Do You Know Someone Who Is Being Abused?
October 18, 2011
Do you know or suspect that someone you know is in an abusive relationship? Do you often wonder what you can do to help? Your support and encouragement can be of great value to a friend, acquaintance, coworker, neighbor who … Continue reading
Domestic Violence Awareness
October 11, 2011
Every year in October, many people notice purple ribbons on the lapels of friends and neighbors. Similar to the pink breast cancer ribbon, the purple ribbon is a symbol of support in the fight to end domestic violence, and October … Continue reading
Weight Stigma Awareness Week Sept 26-30 2011
September 25, 2011
Please check out the Binge Eating Disorder Association’s website for the latest on weight stigma. http://www.bedaonline.com/2011WSAW/index.html The first National Weight Stigma Awareness Week is finally here! BEDA’s goal is to bring awareness to a common and entrenched social injustice that … Continue reading
Your Privacy
August 30, 2011
The American Psychological Association Convention took place at the beginning of August, in Washington, DC. One of the workshops I attended focused on electronic communications and the practice of psychology (Eric Harris, JD, EdD, and Jeffrey Younggren, PhD). In an … Continue reading
The Power of “fat talk”
February 11, 2011
Words often speak louder than actions. Conversations between teenagers about their bodies, diets and weight are often referred to as fat talk. While they can sometimes be benign, words used can leave a lasting and negative impression. Most of us can accept that … Continue reading