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Posts by rschlauch
I wonder if I am the only one who questions the following: Are we, as Americans, Parents, and Christians doing enough to prevent terrible tragedies like the mass shooting at a Connecticut elementary school? As a clinician in the helping profession, I am extremely saddened and affected by the news that 27 people died today. The tragedy is even worse and horrific in nature as the majority of the victims...
12/17/2012 10:09:22 PM
The Breakfast Club is a series of workshops designed to provide professionals with education and training on today's behavioral health issues. Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Networking Opportunity 5 pm - 5:30 pm "New Trends in Substance Abuse" Presented by Robert E. Martin, J.D., CEAP Attendees of this lecture will learn: Biological, psychological, and social modalities Theories of addiction...
7/28/2012 12:12:14 AM
As part of my counseling practice, I counsel clients on the destructive impact of how negative thinking can contaminate our feelings and behavior. As a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, I frequently work with people who are trapped in a cycle of engaging in catastrophic and negative thinking that contribute to intense feelings of depression, anxiety, or anger. As noted in the recent article, "CBT Cuts...
7/28/2012 12:10:42 AM
In this issue, we feature a Book Review from our very own, Ms. Jean Earhart, MSW, LISW-CP, LCSW. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, please know that there is help available - For more information, please visit Palmetto Counseling's website or call (803) 329-9639 to schedule an appointment. In working with families in recovery I find several self-help books to be very helpful....
7/28/2012 12:09:36 AM
Anxiety can be defined as experiencing intense feelings of fear, dread or apprehension that have not been connected to a specific danger or identified threat. The word “anxiety” originates from the Latin word anxius, which is a state of agitation and distress (Brantley, 2003). Most all of us experience feelings of anxiety or nervousness on occasion. This is perfectly normal. However, when excessive...
7/28/2012 12:08:21 AM
Now that we are in the full swing of summer, it is a time for family and friends to come together and celebrate. Summer time provides us with the opportunity to take that overdue vacation, relax, and decompress from our hectic lives and enjoy ourselves! However, for some, this time may trigger feelings of sadness and loss as they may serve as painful reminders of loved ones who are no longer with us....
7/28/2012 12:06:37 AM
Interesting article from the LA Times and follow-up video on YouTube..."Antidepressants are now the third most-prescribed medication by Primary Care Physicians in America." Although the article and You Tube video is hardly flattering in terms of their criticism and suggestion that physicians are providing less-than adequate care by perhaps over-prescribing antidepressants to their patients for conditions...
7/28/2012 12:05:35 AM
Stressed-Out? Here are some easy and practical ways to cope with stress and anxiety: -Get up 20 minutes early -Don't rely on chemical aids to help you feel better -Prepare for the morning the night before -Don't rely on your memory.....write it down! -Set priorities in your life -Say 'no' more often and set healthy boundaries in your life -Stop saying negative things about yourself -Set goals for yourself...
7/28/2012 12:04:35 AM