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Negative Comments About Weight, from a Peer, Can Impact How a Young Woman Views Her Body
(2008)
When it comes from a peer, a negative comment about a young woman's weight can make her feel unhappy with her body – even when the young woman is not overly concerned with her weight. This is the first study to demonstrate ...
People That Are Abused by Their Family Members Need Specialized Treatments to Cope with Their Trauma
(2011)
People who have experienced abuse by a family member have a hard time confronting these experiences in the future. Effective therapy requires the patient to bring up their painful experiences and also recognize that it was ...
Discharge of Psychiatric Patients to Shelters Increases Homelessness
(2012)
A comprehensive care plan for patients, including at least income support and assistance resettling in the community, will prevent homelessness.
Emotionally Intelligent People Choose More Supportive Partners
(2008)
Emotionally intelligent people – in other words, people with a greater ability to understand and use their emotions in their day-to-day life – tend to choose romantic partners who are supportive and not critical. The ...
Graduate Students Who Hold Themselves to High Standards Are More Prone to Depression Than Others
(2008)
Academic perfectionists are more prone to major depression than others. Self-critical and 'needy' personality types are at risk for experiencing recurring bouts of major depression.
Reflecting on Emotions Helps Patients in Therapy
(2009)
Accepting and reflecting on emotions has a positive effect on people who are in therapy.
Attachment and Treatment Response for PTSD Patients
(2013)
Attachment is an important factor to address with trauma patients. Using an inpatient, group therapy setting can enhance the impact of treatment, increase secure attachments with others, and reduce trauma symptoms.
Motivational Interviewing (MI) May Help People Who Worry Excessively
(2010)
Motivational Interviewing (MI), when administered prior to Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), may help reduce worry in people, especially severe cases.