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August 10 at 2:29pm · Edited · 
This article examines the concept of a “life story,” and the human inclination to lean towards the narrative mode. However, life’s complications and disarray often deviate from the logical progression of “good” stories, in which all aspects come perfectly together. Rather than the chronology, a life story is about the meaning an individual derives from their lives. This is an interesting read, particularly for those who devote themselves to these stories, and work to help others find meaning, balance, and insight.
The Story of Your Life
How you arrange the plot points of your life into a narrative can shape who you are—and is a fundamental part of being human.
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July 29 at 3:21pm · 
“Inattentive, hyperactive, and impulsive behavior may mirror the effects of adversity, and many doctors don’t know how-or don’t have time- to tell the difference.”
While completing her residency in pediatrics at John Hopkins Hospital, Dr. Nicole Brown noted that many of her low-income patients had been diagnosed with ADHD. However, after more careful analysis, she realized that many of them exhibited behavior similar to post-trauma. She conducted a national survey of 65,000 children diagnosed with ADHD, and found that these children also experienced higher levels of poverty, divorce, and family substance abuse.
How Childhood Trauma Could Be Mistaken for ADHD
Some experts say the normal effects of severe adversity may be misdiagnosed as ADHD.
THEATLANTIC.COM|BY REBECCA RUIZ
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July 6 · 
Traditionally, rather than being at the forefront of couples’ therapy, topics such as communication and blame have taken precedence over sex. Previously, sex was only discussed if broached by the couple, rather than the therapist. With relationships being continually redefined, new voices of qualified clinicians have emphasized the importance of sex, and its significant role in a relationship. The article highlights recent conferences such as, “Sex and Attachment: Coming Together” by the New York Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy, and nine workshops within the Psychotherapy Network Symposium in Washington, D.C. which focused on sexuality, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Both were widely attended and reveal a new lens of focus within couples therapy.
First Comes Sex Talk With These Renegades of Couples Therapy
Offering the radical notion that couples should fix issues in the bedroom before tackling other concerns like communication.
NYTIMES.COM|BY AMY SOHN
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July 1 · Edited · 
This article focuses on the behavior of those who witness cyber-bullying, and the similarities of their behavior in the virtual world to that of real life. A new study by the National Communication Association highlights specific situations in which by-standers are more or less likely to intervene on behalf of the victim. The results of the study could be useful for future intervention services as well as serve as an educational tool for parents and professionals.
Exploring bystander intervention in cyberbullying
Cyberbullying is drawing increasing attention, with online activity soaring and a larger number of bullying cases resulting in tragedy. A new study reveals...
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  • Christine Grounds I would be interested to hear what our Director of Teen Talk Leah Kramnick has to say on the topic.
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    • Leah Kramnick Looks like a good study. I'd love to see the original paper. Bystander intervention education is crucial, not only in preventing online bullying and harassment, but in sexual assault prevention. We need to encourage youth from an early age (and in developmentally appropriate ways) to intervene when they see harmful behavior among their peers.
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June 24 · 
This touching and compelling story displays the difficulty of termination; of a severed tie and wonderings of what ever became of a patient. Steven’s story about “John” provides a lens into a therapist’s perspective of a slowly and delicately built, powerful therapeutic relationship, and the hardship of its abrupt closure.
The Patient I Abandoned
Therapy is rife with difficult goodbyes. But this was the hardest.
OPINIONATOR.BLOGS.NYTIMES.COM|BY STEVEN KUCHUCK
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June 4 · 
Information from the Alabama Research Institute on aging reveals that 1 in 4 people over the age of 65 do some form of volunteer work each year. Those over 65 are a more reliable resource than their counterparts, as they are more likely to commit to the role and put in more hours with a greater number of organizations. Erik Erikson characterized this stage of life as a challenge of generativity, which includes establishing a legacy for future generations. This also helps an individual feel useful and able to help others. Volunteering can also improve and sustain physical health, and maintain a strong sense of emotional well-being and cognitive functioning.
Get Into the Act: The Benefits of Volunteering As We Age
By Patricia A. Parmelee, PhD, and Rebecca S. Allen, PhD (Alabama Research Institute on Aging, The University of Alabama) The best way to find yourself is to...
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June 2 · 
In today's New York Times, Gordon Marino talks about his 45-year long therapeutic relationship with the infamous Beatrice Beebe. What do you think about the kind of therapeutic relationship Marino and Beebe share?
The Long Conversation
What have 45 years of therapy with the same person given me? In short: myself.
OPINIONATOR.BLOGS.NYTIMES.COM|BY GORDON MARINO
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May 28 · Edited · 
“Steve” was an Ivy League graduate who endured a series of psychiatric hospitalizations, including electroshock treatment. He was diagnosed with Schizoaffective Disorder, and feared his death would arrive before the world would discover his “gift.” As his therapist, the author described poetry as the medium used for treatment. Together, they would explore his interpretations and associations of works by favorites like Shakespeare, T.S. Eliot, Emily Dickinson, Edna St. Vincent Millay, and others. The author related poetry to dream analysis; as a way to divulge into Steve’s deeper world. It was the catalyst for a deep and cherished therapeutic relationship.
Poetry Kept My Patient Alive
It soothed. It agitated. It connected him to others.
OPINIONATOR.BLOGS.NYTIMES.COM|BY RUTH H. LIVINGSTON
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April 13 · 
As technology enhances the accessibility of information, more therapists are being "googled" or researched by current or future patients. Reversely, this can also include therapists "pre-screening" patients, and making use of the same technology. This practice has great potential to affect the therapeutic relationship, and blurs the distinction between personal and professional boundaries.
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April 8 · 
Women emotionality is a sign of health, and source of power. However, there is constant pressure for women to restrain their emotional lives. This has led to a stark increase in the number of psychiatric medications prescribed to "silence" and seemingly "apologize" for women's emotions.
Medicating Women’s Feelings
Emotion should be seen as a sign of health, not disease.
NYTIMES.COM|BY JULIE HOLLAND
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March 16 · 
Conversion Therapy is a set of dangerous and discredited practices that attempt to change sexual orientation or gender identity of a person.
In this article William S. Meyer writes to state legislators, urging them to vote against a bill that will legalize this practice.
Dr. Meyer will be speaking here at the Training Institute this spring.
Duke psychiatry professor: Sally Kern's conversion therapy bill would do irreparable harm to...
It is with alarm and a sense of urgency that I urge the Oklahoma state legislators to vote against the bill, "Freedom to Obtain Conversion Therapy" sponsored by state...
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February 2 · 
After describing her experiences with loved ones’ mental illnesses, Chirlane McCray announced plans for a review of the problems affecting New Yorkers to help the city address their care.
New York City’s First Lady Shares Family History as She Unveils Push on Mental Health Care
After describing her experiences with loved ones’ mental illnesses, Chirlane McCray announced plans for a review of the problems affecting New Yorkers to help the...
NYTIMES.COM|BY NIKITA STEWART
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January 19 · 
In this article from the New York Times, T.M. Luhrmann discusses the benefits of Talk Therapy and how the rethinking of mental illness supports it.
Redefining Mental Illness
New research recognizes that diagnoses and drugs are not the only approach.
NYTIMES.COM|BY T. M. LUHRMANN
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We are pleased to announce our Couple Therapy Training Program will be hosting Daniel Shaw, LCSW, to speak about the meaning of his concept of the “traumatic narcissism” in the couple relationship.
Registration is only $15.00!
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