Psychologists believe in the power of social support to help people maintain physical and psychological health. Social support includes emotional or practical support. Emotional support might involve listening to a…
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Have you ever thought about killing yourself? I did once, briefly. I considered a permanent solution for a temporary problem. Shakespeare created the most memorable suicidal thoughts: “To be, or…
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We all have thoughts, positive or negative, that trigger strong emotions in us. For instance, many people have persistent thoughts that trouble them: I am going to die. I may…
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I just finished watching a Netflix series called 13 Reasons Why, about a teenage girl who kills herself. Some people wanted the series banned because it might spur individuals to suicide….
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I am not a patient person. When I walk somewhere, I walk fast. When I eat, I eat fast. If I eat out, I seek food that can be made…
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When I see someone I know, I usually say: “Hey.” I learned that greeting from Gomer Pile, the title character in an old TV show. My greeting usually attracts a cheery…
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Many women have told others about previously secret events of their life, including being sexually harassed and assaulted. Both men and women testified at the Australian Royal Commission on sexual abuse…
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By John Malouff, Ph.D., J.D. The comprehensive nature of the list of problem solving strategies allows individuals to use a checklist approach to problem solving. It also could facilitate training…
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by John Malouff, Ph.D., J.D. and Nicola Schutte, Ph.D. Introduction With child obesity rates rising (Torgan, 2002) and the negative health and social effects of obesity affecting more children every…
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The R U OK movement promotes providing others with social support when they seem to be struggling. The main goal of the movement is to prevent suicide.
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