Tag: psychiatry
Mental Health: 4 Qualities Dr King Emphasized We All Need
As you read the headline I’m sure you questioned what relevance Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr is to the discussion of mental health and the field of psychiatry. Rarely do we ever hear people emphasize the importance of following the example of Dr. King …
Should Clients Be Touched By Therapists? Some Say No, I Say, Develop A Balanced View
Some therapists completely shy away from touching/hugging their clients for fear of sexual assault lawsuits or being manipulated. I was once this therapist until I recognized that this wasn’t me, but a common fear in my field that had almost controlled my style. Now that I have freed myself from the chains of fear caused by repeated discussions of this topic by fearful therapists, I believe developing a balanced view of touch with clients is more healthy and beneficial to everyone involved.
4 Signs of A Multiple Personality Disorder in Children
At what age did you or someone you know have an imaginary friend as a child? Were you able to “see” this imaginary friend and hear his or her voice? At what age did this imaginary world end? For many children, imaginary friends are the …
Checking the background of your doctor
When you first look at a doctor what are your preconceived notions? Does he look intelligent, harmless, and well put together? Does he look innocent? Do you find yourself thinking “he/she is a doctor, they want to help people not hurt them.” If so, you’re …
Effective problem-solving in a crisis
Crisis. What comes to mind when you hear this term? Do you think of natural disasters such as hurricanes, national health concerns like the Ebola virus, personal struggles such as a divorce or failed relationship, or perhaps something less dramatic but still emotionally draining such …
