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What are the Dialecticals in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy?
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a form of psychotherapy that was initially developed to treat individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD).
However, it has since been adapted to treat various other mental health conditions.
Here are the six main points of DBT…
What happens when you ignore a Gaslighter?
What happens when you ignore a gaslighter?
Ignoring a gaslighter can be a complex and challenging endeavor, as gaslighting typically involves manipulation and psychological control tactics aimed at undermining your sense of reality and self-worth.
Why narcissists do what they do…
Classic narcissistic behaviors include exploiting others without guilt, needing constant praise, and displaying a sense of entitlement.
Narcissists behave the way they do because of insecurity and not because they are full of themselves, a recent study finds.
People with these tendencies use classic narcissistic behaviors to cover up their low self-worth...
How to make a narcissist fear you…
Navigating the treacherous waters of narcissism requires a blend of finesse, strategy, and a pinch of dark humor.
While the topic may seem daunting, fear not, gentle reader… for we're about to dive into the depths of psychological warfare armed with a toolkit that's as potent as it is practical.
So buckle up and prepare to outmaneuver even the most cunning narcissist…
Here are 7 ways to make a narcissist fear you…
How to Communicate with a Narcissist…
As a couples therapist, navigating communication with a narcissistic partner can present unique challenges.
However, research in psychology provides valuable insights into practical strategies for communication in such relationships…
The Neurobiology of Narcissism
The latest research on the neurobiology of narcissism and its implications for therapeutic interventions aimed at improving relationship dynamics is up-and-coming.
It might offer couples therapy a raft of new tools and interventions.
Are you married to a Covert Narcissist?
Navigating a relationship with a covert narcissist can be akin to walking through a minefield blindfolded.
The subtle manipulation, emotional abuse, and constant gaslighting can leave one questioning their reality and sanity.
Can being neurotic reduce your risk of death?
Researchers found that humans who scored highly on one aspect of neuroticism related to worry and vulnerability had a reduced risk of death regardless of how they rated their health….
Is neuroticism protective?
66% of severely depressed humans respond to a new type of brain stimulation protocol…
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is an emerging, approved treatment for treatment-resistant depression, But a new iteration of TMS is showing breathtaking promise!
Why is emotional intimacy in marriage so hard these days? Here are 4 reasons…
Emotional intimacy in marriage is pretty challenging to achieve nowadays.
Here are 4 proclivities that get in the way.
7 Signs you’re a Workaholic…
The emotional, lived experience of Workaholics in their work environments, as well as their emotional reactivity to job stressors, have been poorly investigated by social science researchers…
Is talking to yourself healthy and normal?
Researchers have been studying self-talk for a long time.
Scientists have been fascinated by what humans say to themselves, going back to the Victorian Era.
Why do we undertake talking to ourselves aloud, and what do we hope to accomplish in doing so?