Supervision for Therapists - A Critique

This article attempts to critique the aspects of counselling supervision, clearly stating the case for a revision of the rules and ways that counselling training is conducted. This is showing a new paradigm and is controversial in nature. All therapists and counsellors should read this article.

The Stress And Disease Connection

Stress is not, by definition, necessarily bad, but it certainly is not always good, either. In fact, it can cause dramatic health problems if it happens to you too often and for too large.

Death and Adjustment - The Hypothesis- Part - VIII

We live our life through many complicated events. But if we think simplifying these, it will be very much apparent that our life, thus us run with very simple aim and objectives like existence and pleasure.

What Is A Bipolar Disorder?

Bipolar disorder is a condition that is still being explored by scientists and doctors around the world. As a brain disorder, it is often hard to diagnose and can present itself in many different ways depending on the patient's past history, lifestyle, temperament and behaviors. The disorder can strike male or female, rich or poor and young or old.

What Causes Panic Attacks?

What are the main causes of panic attacks? Learn what they are and you are on your way to avoiding your panic attacks or reducing their severity.

Autism Statistics

It is quite well known that at this point in time there is no actual cure for autism, yet an earlier diagnosis of the disorder will help in selecting a treatment that will help the individual better cope with day to day life. Therapy may be in two different forms, depending on the degree of autism exhibited by the patient. In examining the autism statistics, the earlier the therapy is started, the more positive will be the results.

Psychodynamic Therapy - Revisiting The Past To Heal The Present

No one on this earth is devoid of inner conflicts. True, there are a lucky few who have escaped having parents who screwed them up, but they still have inner conflicts nonetheless. It is a common notion in sociology, history, and even in modern psychobabble that the past affects the present. But is it really just psychobabble? Does Psychodynamic Therapy really work? Would it work on you?

Anxiety Panic Attacks - Stopping The Attacks Before They Start

Have you experienced the terrifying sensations of a panic attack? Do you suffer from anxiety or its associated symptoms? If so, you are not alone. This article tells how to stop them before they start. Get ready, you won't believe your eyes.

Depression After A Loss

The first aspect that we need to discuss about depression and the loss of a loved one is that everyone will experience some level of grieving for a period of time. Grieving is a natural process that we all go through after such a traumatic event in our lives.

People With Mental Problems and Our Lack of Care For Them

The recent shootings at Virgina Tech illustrate critical problems in our care of the mentally troubled. The situation is serious and getting worse.

Treatments For Anxiety And Related Disorders

If watching the news triggers anxiety, leave it off for this healing season in your life. Eat well, and get the rest you need. Be kind to yourself, it took a long time to become as anxious and possibly depressed as you were, and now it will take some time to fully recover, but it will happen, and with all that you have learned through your healing process, you can look forward to never again feeling that depth of terror and sadness again.

Reduce Risk of Alzheimers - Play Chess

If there was ever a good reason to play chess it's this one, your brain's health. Mental activities like playing chess have been linked to reducing the risk of getting Alzheimer’s disease and Dementia.