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Anger vs. Drama

David Richo, in his book, How to Be an Adult, does a beautiful job of describing the difference between drama and real anger.

Emotions as Weapons: The Case of the Missing Ham

I could hear the screaming from outside of the house.  I stopped and listened for evidence of escalation and/or violence, decided it was just screaming and decided to go do something else until the battle was over.  Aren't the holidays fun?

Finally, Someone Agrees: Anger is Normal

Dr. Ken Eisold, a psychoanalyst writing for Psychology Today states in his article, "Anger and Exercise", "Anger is a normal and adaptive response to an attack or a threat. It has been useful in our evolutionary struggle for survival. The brain detects the danger and the body is aroused and energized to react with fight or flight."

The Opposite of Love is Not Hate

The opposite of being totally consumed by someone you cannot live without is not being totally consumed by someone you can't stand.  The consumption is still there, only inverted.  The opposite of love, therefore, is not hate...

ADHD Medications Do Not Affect School Performance

A recent article on the Child Psychology Research Blog, "ADHD Medications and School Performance" cites a research study which shows that "medication alone may not have a significant impact on" the childrens' school functioning.   

When Childhood Bipolar Disorder - Isn't

I really have a problem with the recent surge in diagnosing children with Bipolar Disorder.  The children I see with this diagnosis are often the victims of serious issues at home, issues which may even include abuse.  Some struggle with PTSD and the mood swings which are inherent in a traumatized individual are attributed to "Bipolar Disorder" and medicated. 

Escaping the Scapegoat Role: Expressing Forbidden Emotions

Another possible way that Scapegoats make themselves targets is by expressing forbidden emotions within a relationship system.

Trauma and Numbing

Survivors of trauma, especially childhood abuse, often use numbing as a technique for dealing with strong or painful emotions.

Are We Thinking Beings Which Feel or Feeling Beings Which Think?

It seems most Americans like to think of themselves as thinking beings who happen to feel.  But research into the human brain shows that we are instead feeling beings who are able to think.  I believe our failure to recognize this causes untold frustration and the current epidemic of people being diagnosed with depression.

Just Say "NO" to Christmas Presents and Obligatory Gifting

What would happen if everyone just decided not to exchange presents any longer?  Would the Earth spin off its axis?