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Metaphors of the Mind

The brain (and, by ... the mind) have been compared to the latest ... ... in every ... The computer metaphor is now in vogue. Computer hardware ... were replace The brain (and, by implication, the mind) have been compared to the latest technological innovation in every generation. The computer...

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Taming the Beast: Pathological Narcissism and the Quality of Life

Question:You seem to be very sceptical that someone with a Narcissistic Personality Disorder can be treated successfully. Answer:The Narcissistic Personality Disorder has been recognised as a distinct... Question:You seem to be very sceptical that someone with a Narcissistic Personality Disorder can be treated successfully. Answer:The Narcissistic Personality Disorder has been...

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A Letter about Trust

The ... ... emanates from a seismic breach of trust, a tectonic shift of what should have been a healthy ... between the ... and his Primary Objects (parents or caregive The narcissistic condition emanates from a seismic breach of trust, a tectonic shift of what should have been a...

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Narcissistic Personality Disorder - An Introduction

... (n. sing.)A pattern of traits and ... which signify ... and ... with one's self to the ... of all others and the ... and ruthless pursuit of one's gratific NARCISSISM (n. sing.)A pattern of traits and behaviours which signify infatuation and obsession with one's self to the exclusion...

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Even in the Movies

The other night, I watched the movie "The Family Man" starring Nicholas Cage. I enjoyed it very much, although that's not intended to be my ... story takes place in two ... New Jersey and The other night, I watched the movie "The Family Man" starring Nicholas Cage. I enjoyed...

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Books As A Life Saver

I cannot take credit for writing this, for I am only sharing with you ... I found today. It is a very old page, worn and ... from "The New ... dated December 8, 1917. What struck me I cannot take credit for writing this, for I am only sharing...

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AN AMERICAN TRAGEDY

One of my children is a daughter adopted 22 years ago from a little known ... in Pune, India. She joined our family at six weeks and became a US citizen before she could speak. Her ... One of my children is a daughter adopted 22 years ago from a...

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Desperately Seeking Perfection

A working ... of ... styles ... types) will have a profound impact on the way you perceive yourself and will greatly enhance all of your ... If you are a salesper A working understanding of temperament styles (personality types) will have a profound impact on the way you perceive...

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PSYCHOTHERAPY, SPIRITUALITY, AND AGING

As I work with people fifty and over, I am aware that no matter how ... the ... related issues of their personal lives may be, it is rare when ... doesn't become an issue fa As I work with people fifty and over, I am aware that no matter...

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What You Still May Be Experiencing, After September 11, 2001

What You Still May Be Experiencing After September 11, 2001Every one of us who has experienced the events of September 11th and the aftermath, has encountered stress which is far beyond what is usual ... What You Still May Be Experiencing After September 11, 2001Every one of us who has...

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Transition

TransitionPassage from one stage, place, stage, or subject to another—so states the dictionary definition—words that describe movement, but that say nothing of substance and the depth of human feeling... TransitionPassage from one stage, place, stage, or subject to another—so states the dictionary definition—words that describe movement, but that say nothing...

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What Do We Tell Our Children?

What Do We Tell Our ... Pitchers Have Big EarsIn the last few days, be it on a TV ... a call in program, at a meeting or a ... people ask ... of the ... que What Do We Tell Our Children?orLittle Pitchers Have Big EarsIn the last few...

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When the Terror Won't Stop

WHEN THE TERROR WON'T STOPThe New ... planes bursting in air causing mayhem and ... gave ... a rallying point to come ... to hoist our flags and to be ... As was appr WHEN THE TERROR WON'T STOPThe New RealityThe planes bursting in air causing mayhem and destruction gave...

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Reactions To Traumatic Events - Part 2

What to expect: Women A woman's work is never done--so goes the saying -- and during this time of ... and healing, perhaps this is truer than ever. Women tend to be the ones ... for ke What to expect: Women A woman's work is never done--so goes the saying...

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Sex With Your Ex

The death of a marriage must be mourned like any other lost ... It is often ... as a death of family, of ... hope, or a dream. Dreams die-hard as there is nothing tangible ab The death of a marriage must be mourned like any other lost relationship. It...

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The Decision: A True Story

Part Three Of A Series On ... Once you have made the decision to find help, be wary of ... ... the ... type of ... such as glib call-in radio shows, simplist Part Three Of A Series On Psychotherapy Once you have made the decision to find help, be...

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Real Families Have Fights - How to Keep the Holidays Happy


Due to the ... of our new ... ... ... holiday cheer may take a little extra work this year. For many people, ... heralds a month of myths often ... in January Due to the complexity of our new normalcy, achieving wonderful holiday cheer may take a little extra...

In Sickness And In Health Until Death Do Us Part


A simple love storyHe was young and arrogant and intent on marrying an heiress. Long black hair flying behind her, she walked into his life. He thought he was superior to her. She didn’t notice, as sh A simple love storyHe was young and arrogant and intent on marrying an...

Divorce Is Not A Good Idea Right Now


Since September 11th although tempers have flared, depression has increased and sleeplessness has become an unwelcome visitor to many, committed relationships have not faltered and divorce filings hav... Since September 11th although tempers have flared, depression has increased and sleeplessness has become an unwelcome visitor to many, committed relationships have...

Is It A Crisis Or Does It Just Feel Like One


Part one of a series on ... to the way most of us think about crises, genuine crises are few and far between. Life or death ... such as serious illness, a bad ... or a s Part one of a series on psychotherapyContrary to the way most of us...

Coming of Age: Part 1


A ... For ... All Those Who Will Someday Be Over ... One of Two Every six seconds, an American man or woman enters the sexual ... of life after 50. There are close to 60 mi A Valentine For Grown-UpsAnd All Those Who Will Someday Be Over FiftyPart One...

One Person's Cross May Be Another Person's Salvation - Part 2


Your genetic makeup, personal history, and ... ... and ... help dictate not only how you view the world, but also what ... may cause you concern. Some people take so much Your genetic makeup, personal history, and particular preferences and abilities help dictate not only how you view the...

Holiday Blues


There is no stigma attached to getting ... help. After all, if you sprain your ankle you wouldn't think twice about going to a ... If you "sprain your brain," so to speak, you need to There is no stigma attached to getting emotional help. After all, if you sprain...

Marriage And Money


Studies show that money issues are the highest cause of marital conflict and cause for divorce. ... over money and money ... outweigh ... over sex ... affairs) and ... Studies show that money issues are the highest cause of marital conflict and cause for divorce. Conflicts over money and...

Give At The Office: Empty At Home


As the stigma of seeking therapy has ... serious ... have ... become ... and symbols for much that is wrong with the mental health field. This distrust of the ... As the stigma of seeking therapy has diminished, serious therapists have themselves become scapegoats and symbols for much that...

New Year New Love


January tends to be an awful month. For many ... ... ... and they yearn to be brought to life by the passion of romance. This ... romantic love is not just a form of love, January tends to be an awful month. For many individuals loneliness increases, and they...

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New Year New Love

January tends to be an awful month. For many ... ... ... and they yearn to be brought to life by the passion of romance. This ... romantic love is not just a form of love, January tends to be an awful month. For many individuals loneliness increases, and they...

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