Category: ADHD

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Hope for Christmas: The Psychological Meaning of the Christmas Tree

Given that the Christmas season is upon us, I felt compelled to write a short piece on the meaning of the Christmas tree. Over time,...

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Seasonal Affective Disorder: What the Blues Really Mean

Summer days are gone. Autumn has begun. For many, this time of the year signals the launch of fall festivities, savory treats to indulge along...

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Perinatal Depression

Changes in emotions and mood swings may be expected during and for a period after childbirth. What may not be unexpected are symptoms of depression....

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Logic or Emotion: Which Mental Faculty is Superior?

Introduction Many people believe that rationality or logic is the supreme mental faculty and that it ought to be viewed as superordinate to emotion. This...

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Addiction and Isolation in the Time of COVID

“We cannot live only for ourselves. A thousand fibers connect us with our fellow men.” ― Herman Melville A pandemic in the time of a pandemic,...

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Cornerstone’s Response to Racial Injustice

The Cornerstone Family is deeply saddened by the tragic events across our country. The protesters’ reactions to the murder of George Floyd and previous injustices, reflect...

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Better Than Before

We all want another chance to get something right, or to be granted a do-over. The one question that continues to be paramount is: How...

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COVID-19 – The Worry of Violence From An Economic Crisis: Just Another Day For The Poor

“The opposite of poverty is justice.” Bryan Stevenson, lawyer and social justice advocate “Like slavery and apartheid, poverty is not natural. It is man-made and it...

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5 Mental Health Tips for Coping with the Coronavirus

1) Remember emotions are not good or bad. Each emotion serves a purpose to alert us to something important. Anxiety, in particular, can be helpful to...

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Resolving Marital Conflict: A Roadmap on How to Fight Fair with Your Spouse

Introduction Let’s face it, marriage can be hard! When two different personalities decide to intertwine their lives and establish an exclusive union that is expected...

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Eating Disorders 101

The term “eating disorders” refers to a group of disorders that are characterized by eating or eating-related behavior and significantly impairs someone’s physical health and/or...

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Come As You Are: Examining Our Own Narratives Around Food, Health, and Body Image

Common assumptions around eating disorders often narrowly focus on an individual’s food intake and exercise. It’s time to examine how cultural norms directly impact all...

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