On April 18, 1930, a BBC news announcer had nothing to report, simply stating, "There is no news today." For the rest of the segment, listeners heard nothing but piano music. The idea of "no news today" seems foreign in a time when the newsreel never stops. Starting in June of 1980, when CNN introduced 24-hour news ... Read More
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What to Expect with a Teletherapy Appointment
What is teletherapy, and could it be the right option for you? If you're wondering what to expect from an online counseling appointment, this guide explains what teletherapy is, walks you through the process and addresses any concerns you may have about virtual therapy sessions. What Is Teletherapy? Teletherapy, also ... Read More
Lisalee Loew
Lisalee Loew Breathwork Therapist Lisalee Loew is a holistic therapist specializing in master-level Integral Breathwork Therapy (IBT), with a focus on the interconnection and unification of the breath and the body. She is also a Reiki master, certified Access Bars practitioner, and motivational speaker. Her life ... Read More
5 Tips to Quit Using Benzos, from the Experts
When a person is struggling with benzodiazepine abuse and addiction, knowing how to get off benzos and actually being able to do so successfully are two very different things. Like other addictive substances, benzodiazepines have the potential to take hold of a user's brain and body, making the process of getting sober ... Read More
Countertransference and Transference: Understanding the Phenomenon to Improve Therapy
Psychoanalytic theory introduced the concepts of transference and countertransference. Today, clinicians use these terms across disciplines and theories to describe the relationship dynamics between professionals and the people they treat. High success rates suggest that psychotherapy can aid clients with depression, ... Read More
What Is Angel Dust?
Angel dust, also known as PCP (phencyclidine), is commonly found as a white powder. This powder may be smoked, eaten, snorted or injected. The drug was first developed as an anesthesia for use during surgery and other medical procedures. When its toxic effects became known, it was quickly removed from use in ... Read More
What Is Intermittent Explosive Disorder?
Have you ever seen someone shift from seeming completely fine to violently angry in a matter of seconds? This may be more than just a short temper. They may be living with intermittent explosive disorder, a real condition with significant impact on the lives of people who suffer from it. In this piece, we'll break ... Read More
Enmeshment in Families and What It Looks Like
The concept of "family togetherness'" is often billed as the ideal. Families want to be close, they want to be supportive, and they want to enjoy each other's company. All of these are great values to aspire to, but what happens when the family gets too close? Yes, it is possible for a family to be too close. It's ... Read More
