How are guilt and shame part of anxiety? Shame and/or guilt go hand in hand with anxiety. These emotions are old, primitive lodestars in our development. It is commonly thought that guilt serves as a more evolved feeling than...
Read MoreTo tell… or not to tell When I speak about the importance of using positive language to move you toward your goals, some of you may be wondering, “J., do I say these positive words to myself or do I also say these words to...
Read MoreWhat aspects of sexual response (e.g., desire, arousal, orgasm, and sexual comfort) might change after breast cancer treatment? Any or all aspects of sexual response might change after breast cancer treatment. The...
Read MoreHow is the diagnosis of anorexia determined? In many areas of medicine and healthcare, a diagnosis is made with the use of a diagnostic test, such as an x-ray or an MRI. In the case of psychiatric illnesses, however, a diagnosis...
Read MoreExperts point out that it is very important to screen for developmental delays at regular well-child visits. Screening should start when your child is an infant and continue through school age. A common way that pediatricians...
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