This is an incredibly important article for all healthcare professionals. Suicide (and suicidal thoughts/behaviors) are among the most important issues healthcare providers will need to communicate about. However, the terms we use to describe these behaviors can be confusing, at a time when we must get it right. I found Dr. Rajnish Mango’s writing on how to define and […] Read more…
While loneliness is a natural emotion and it’s something we all feel, it’s not something any of us want to feel. Plus, more and more research is showing that loneliness in and of itself may lead to negative mental and physical consequences. For example, loneliness has been shown to affect the brain similarly to feeling […] Read more…
Is it time to admit your marriage could use some help? If so, it could be a good thing. In fact, it could be one of the most beneficial things you ever do. Despite the myth of meeting “the one” and then living happily ever after, relationships (and especially marriage relationships) take work. The problem […] Read more…
Experiencing a pregnancy loss is extremely difficult. In fact, it’s one of the most difficult experiences a parent will ever endure. I will deal with the physical ramifications of miscarriage in a future post. In this article, however, I want to specifically discuss a range of topics regarding the emotional impact of pregnancy loss. ——- […] Read more…