By Michael Ian Rothenberg, PhD, LCSW Introduction Dr. Michael Ian Rothenberg, LCSW holds a faculty appointment at the University of Central Florida School of Social Work where he teaches courses in Human Sexuality and Child Abuse Treatment and Prevention and is the...
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Sexual Addiction: Q&A with Michael Ian Rothenberg, PhD, LCSW
By Michael Ian Rothenberg, PhD, LCSW Introduction Dr. Michael Ian Rothenberg, LCSW holds a faculty appointment at the University of Central Florida School of Social Work where he teaches courses in Human Sexuality and Child Abuse Treatment and Prevention and is...
Manage Stress Triggers to Reduce Your Stress Levels
Effective people know that stress management depends upon their ability to recognize their specific reactions and situations that trigger them.
Transforming Anxiety, Transcending Shame
About the Author Rex Briggs, MSW, is author of the book "Transforming Anxiety, Transcending Shame." He specializes in treating, speaking and training others about anxiety, depression and stress-management. Through his clinical practice he has helped hundreds of people...
Excerpt from “Worried Sick”: Food and Mood
When we feel this fatigue, we may turn to quick sources of energy, such as caffeine and sugar, to keep going. Because the effects of those foods are short-lived, and they give us a fast boost but not a sustained one, we turn to them again and again.
Psychological First Aid for Abuse Survivors
By John D. Weaver, MSW, LCSW, BCD, ACSW, CBHE Someone you know has just shared his or her story of having been physically, sexually, and/or emotionally abused. This could be the first time he or she has told anyone, or maybe it is just the first time it was shared...
What to Do If You Think Your Adult Child Is Mentally Ill
f they are open to it, talk directly and gently with them about your concerns. Let them know that you are there to support them, and that you want to help them get help.
Asperger’s Syndrome Q&A
Asperger’s was thought to affect more boys than girls by a wide margin. However, we’ve learned that girls present differently and therefore are frequently missed or misdiagnosed.
Depression and Stress During the Holidays
By Maribel Quiala, MSW, LCSW Introduction Peace, Joy and many guests (sometimes unwelcome guests) like Depression and Stress, which can affect your health and ruin your holidays. Planning ahead, being realistic and seeking Help (support) in time of need can...
Depresión y Estrés durante las Fiestas
Algunos consejos simples pueden ayudar a aliviar el estrés que es parte de la temporada navideña. Puede que incluso acabes disfrutando de estas vacaciones más de lo que imaginabas
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