How to Escape the Social Media Scroll
Friday, 22 February 2019
You’re on your phone, scrolling through your feed, and suddenly an hour has gone by. How did this happen? How did a five-minute Facebook check turn into a 60-minute mind number? The fact is that it is far too easy to fall into the social media scroll. Those minutes spent aimlessly clicking through apps take
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The Myth of the ‘Identified Patient’
Friday, 15 February 2019
By UB staff therapist Michael Maloney, LCPC The Identified Patient. What does that mean? To quote Wikipedia the Identified Patient is “a term used in a clinical setting to describe the person in a dysfunctional family who has been unconsciously selected to act out the family’s inner conflicts as a diversion.” The term helps explain
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Netflix’s Russian Doll Portrays the Complexity of Trauma Recovery
Wednesday, 13 February 2019
Netflix has persistently produced shows that tackle today’s mental health issues. Black Mirror portrays the dangers of social media addiction; Maniac reveals the importance of therapy as opposed to ‘alternative’ recovery methods. Now the platform has a new victory to add to its list – an eight episode mini-series called Russian Doll. SPOILER ALERT: This
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What to Expect from Marriage Counseling
Monday, 28 January 2019
What actually happens during marriage counseling? How can my spouse and I benefit from it? In the first part of this guide, we looked at the logistics of marriage counseling (How Marriage Counseling Works – Step by Step). Now we will explain what to expect from marriage counseling to give you more insight into the
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How Marriage Counseling Works – Step by Step
Friday, 25 January 2019
Marriage counseling is a proven platform for resolving relationship conflicts. If you have considered starting marriage therapy, you may be curious how the process works. In this guide, we will explore how marriage counseling works step-by-step, so you know what to expect along the way. Before the First Appointment The first step in the journey
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Mental Health New Year’s Resolutions for 2019
Monday, 31 December 2018
As you set your 2019 New Year’s resolutions, think about your mental health. What can you do to feel better next year? What would make you happier in your day to day life? These are the things that will ultimately help the rest of your resolutions come true. Here are some mental health resolutions that
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