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Grieving the Loss of a Pet
By: Other | August 7, 2013
Written by Francine Martinez, Ph.D. According to the Humane Society of the United States there are over 78.2 million dogs and 86.4 million cats that are living as part of a human family, and there are over 2-3 million cats and dogs who are adopted each year. Adoptions are only one indicator of the commitment […]
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The Role of Medication in Therapy
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | July 25, 2013
For the past twenty years and more, filmmakers have depicted various types of therapy situations. From the comedy Analyze This starring Robert De Niro and Billy Crystal to the provocative HBO series In Treatment, the role of a Psychiatrist has captured the fascination of the general public. Probably the most recognized image of a Psychiatrist […]
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Grief in the Public Media: Mourning the Loss of ‘Glee’ Star Cory Monteith
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | July 17, 2013
Grief is in the news this week with the death of 31-year old ‘Glee’ actor Cory Monteith who passed away Saturday, July 13th of an overdose of heroin and alcohol. The Canadian-born actor, who played Finn Hudson on the Fox TV series about a high school glee club, has touched thousands of lives with his […]
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Normal or Not? The Distinction between Grief and Depression
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | July 5, 2013
Recently a client came to my office following the death of her husband. When asked what brought her to therapy, she responded by saying her adult children had suggested she come. “Why?” I asked, for which she replied, “They are worried that I might be depressed.” In fact, many people who are grieving a loss […]
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Trouble with Your Teen?
By: Other | June 27, 2013
Written by Rebecca Zygar Parenting can be the most rewarding experience. However, it can also be very difficult, especially through the teen years and specifically in these modern times. It is important to develop and maintain strong bonds within the family. Teens need to know that their parents can handle their issues, however complicated they […]
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Thinking about Getting Married?
By: Other | June 19, 2013
Written by Francine Martinez, Ph.D. I was at a Padres game recently and between the third and fourth innings this “gaggle” of Padres women and the Friar mascot came bounding down the stairs stopping two rows behind us. The commotion was followed by a gentleman getting down on one knee, pulling out a ring box […]
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Conversations with Your Children
By: Other | June 14, 2013
Written by Fabiola Figueroa, Ph.D. Being a parent during this generation can be as rewarding as it can be challenging. As society evolves and the family unit is redefined and increases in diversity, as a parent, it is important to think about what kind of relationship you would like to have with your child, what […]
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How to Keep the Fire Burning in a Relationship
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | June 4, 2013
A long-term healthy relationship takes hard work. This fact is often overlooked because it is easy to become complacent or comfortable in long term relationships or marriages. However, a small increase in time and energy spent on the relationship can reap great rewards. When our relationships are working well, everything else in our lives runs […]
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Terror At The Finish Line: Understanding Trauma Reaction After The Boston Marathon Attacks
By: Other | May 29, 2013
Written by Fabiola Figueroa, Ph.D. The culture of athletic events has developed over the course of thousands of years. Athleticism has been defined and viewed as a sign of physical strength and incredible focus. Some say that certain athletes are on the verge of being superheroes. Over time, athleticism has come to be viewed as […]
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A Parent’s Guide to Managing the Transition to College with Your Son/Daughter Part 2
By: Other | May 24, 2013
Written by Francine Martinez, Ph.D. High school graduation is behind us, thank you notes are written, graduation parties are over, and summer jobs are now confirmed…so what’s next? The summer before your student leaves for college is an important transition time for him/her, there will be expectations of time with you and an unspoken assumption […]
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