I was sitting in my office the other day with a mother and her 11 year old daughter. I watched as the young girl held her cell phone and continued texting her friends as my conversation with her and her mom progressed. At some point I commented that her cell phone seemed rather important to her. She [...]
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Most people know that psychologists are experts in providing therapy or counseling. We have all seen television shows and movies depicting a “typical” psychologist’s office on a “typical” day on the job. Comfy couches, shelves full of books, and lots of pregnant pauses followed by insightful comments are what most of us think of [...]
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The field of positive psychology looks to enhance good health with a focus on traits and behaviors that cultures through time have valued as worthy or virtuous. The practice of gratitude is a good example.
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