Attachment

The Likely Cause of Addiction Has Been Discovered, and It Is Not What You Think | Johann Hari

Fascinating article regarding the need for connection and bonding to alter the dependence on addictive substances. Allowing yourself to depend on a healthy relationship with a therapist instead of a drug, shopping, gambling, etc. can bring lasting, deep change.   The Likely Cause of Addiction Has Been Discovered, and It Is Not What You Think | Johann

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Psychodynamic Psychotherapy: How Learning About Your Mind Can Help Your LIfe | Deborah L. Cabaniss, M.D.

This is a clear explanation of how psychodynamic therapy works – learning about your mind and how unconscious thoughts/feelings drive so many of the things you do. Knowing about these ‘things’ – being aware – allows you to make choices about your interaction with yourself and others in the world. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy: How Learning About

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Talking to your child after school – Getting more connection

This is a short video from Hand in Hand Parenting and NBC that explains the importance of close connection with your child. Working to make a time right after school, for even a few minutes helps to increase the connection, leading to more safety and openness. “How Was School Today?” “Fine.”The founder of Hand in

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