| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
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| Father with anger problems | 11/12/2009 | Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D. |
Q: I have a father who has retired and does nothing all day but watch TV and look at the computer. He ...
A: A "dry drunk" is a person who is acting as if they were drinking. That is, when someone drinks they ...
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| Father with anger problems | 11/11/2009 | Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D. |
Q: I have a father who has retired and does nothing all day but watch TV and look at the computer. He ...
A: Your father sounds like he may be suffering from depression. Depression can sometimes be anger ...
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| I am concerned about the possibility of having post-surgical depression. | 11/9/2009 | Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D. |
Q: I have a concern that I would like to address. 8 weeks ago I had two different surgical procedures. ...
A: Post surgical depression is quite common and I am sorry to hear that your friends and family laugh ...
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| new relationship, old friend. | 10/26/2009 | James Middleton |
Q: I am 26... and have been friends with a man for many years.. i always had strong feelings for him, ...
A: From what you describe it seems like you need more CBT. Your anxiety appears to be the end result ...
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| emotional eating | 10/18/2009 | James Middleton |
Q: my name is Natasha im 18 and right now im having a really tough time not sure whats bothering ...
A: Sorry for the troubles you are having. You seem to have reached the stage where you really need ...
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| panic disorder & stress | 9/22/2009 | Lela Simon |
Q: hey lela so basically i suffer from panic disorder for 2 months now and im 19 is that normal?, what ...
A: Daylin, Normal? What is normal anyway? I can't tell you what causes your stress; it could be school ...
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| Constant stomach problem | 9/22/2009 | James Middleton |
Q: Hey, I am 16 years old, and I have has what I think to be is stress-related stomach problems similar ...
A: With this level of distress at your age, you need to try and fix this as soon as you can. If you ...
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| panic disorder | 9/21/2009 | James Middleton |
Q: i get Shortness of breath,Heart palpitations or a racing heart,Chest pain or discomfort,Choking ...
A: A hypnotherapist or counsellor would be helpful. Some people say that Cognitive behaviour treatment ...
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| panic disorder | 9/21/2009 | James Middleton |
Q: i get Shortness of breath,Heart palpitations or a racing heart,Chest pain or discomfort,Choking ...
A: Heart attacks at 19 years old are pretty rare. However suffering from panic attacks for prolonged ...
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| Wired little stress ball | 9/21/2009 | Lela Simon |
Q: Do you have any ideas how I can have a more relaxed lifestyle all the time? I am a wired up stressed ...
A: Suira, Being tense and freaked out isn't normal. I think exercise is a good thing- I think yoga ...
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| Negative Thoughts: A Natural Defense Mechanism? | 9/20/2009 | James Middleton |
Q: . My situation is quite difficult to put into words, but I'l try my best to explain: Many a ...
A: It's not something we all do all the time, but we do this kind of thinking from time to time. It ...
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| Stressful Thoughts | 9/20/2009 | Lela Simon |
Q: My husband and I have been dealing with infertility for a couple of years now. We are going to have ...
A: Amber, I think that the best way to deal with this is directly. Sit your mother down and talk to ...
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| Stressful thoughts | 9/20/2009 | James Middleton |
Q: My husband and I have been dealing with infertility for a couple of years now. We are going to have ...
A: I wouldn't be too bothered about what they think. What is important is how you feel about it. After ...
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| Stressful Thoughts | 9/20/2009 | Christine Jandke |
Q: My husband and I have been dealing with infertility for a couple of years now. We are going to have ...
A: My friend Giovanni Cavalieri (www.questionthemind.com) once told me this story that has helped me ...
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| Please can you help me? | 9/19/2009 | Lela Simon |
Q: I cannot deal with my parents how can I stop this? They stress me out because they curse and scream ...
A: Brando, Chances are your school has a mentoring program that connects young people with adults that ...
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| Stress | 9/13/2009 | Lela Simon |
Q: My stress levels seem to have been increasing a lot lately. Unfortunately, a lot of harsh realities ...
A: Amber, First take a deep breath- there is a lot going on and a lot of that stuff is out of control. ...
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| Stress and then more Stress | 9/13/2009 | James Middleton |
Q: My stress levels seem to have been increasing a lot lately. Unfortunately, a lot of harsh realities ...
A: Unfortunately - the more stressed you are, the less likely you are to be able to conceive naturally. ...
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| Dealing with Several Stressful Issues | 9/13/2009 | Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D. |
Q: My stress levels seem to have been increasing a lot lately. Unfortunately, a lot of harsh realities ...
A: You are dealing with a lot right now. Economically many, many, people are going through tough ...
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| Father abandoned me....again.... | 9/9/2009 | Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D. |
Q: I am struggling very much w/ an issue involving my father who left me when I was 6 months old. Now, ...
A: If you have no expectations that does not mean you are not yourself. It seems you "set up" ...
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| Father abandoned me....again.... | 9/8/2009 | Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D. |
Q: I am struggling very much w/ an issue involving my father who left me when I was 6 months old. Now, ...
A: It is hard to want a relationship with someone and they do not show the same interest or enthusiasm ...
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| sweating cuz im nervous | 8/22/2009 | James Middleton |
Q: hey im a 17yr old kid and i sweat SO BAD like NOTHING works for me and once i start thinkig IM GONNA ...
A: Yup, there are some products which are really good for this. Specifically Self hypnosis programs. ...
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| snowed under, near breaking point | 8/16/2009 | Lela Simon |
Q: I am a second year university student studying science. I started mid year last year (I'm from ...
A: Abbey, It sounds like you are depressed and may need a break and someone to talk to. Find out if ...
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| Premature aging | 8/11/2009 | Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D. |
Q: I am male, 50. Until a couple years ago, I looked young for my age-people thought I was 40 or less. ...
A: Changing a job to a more stressful one that is more demanding of your time and also pressures for ...
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| Post surgical depression | 8/10/2009 | Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D. |
Q: Do one get "post surgical depression" after every surgery. In 2001 I experience a trauma, losing my ...
A: One can get too analytical after surgery - especially when one has surgery that leaves them in a ...
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| stress/panick/anxiety | 8/7/2009 | James Middleton |
Q: i have a 18 year old daughter who is really stressing me out to the point i cant take no more, i ...
A: I don't think you are doing anything wrong - apart from feeling over concerned for her safety. The ...
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| stress/panick/anxiety | 8/7/2009 | James Middleton |
Q: i have a 18 year old daughter who is really stressing me out to the point i cant take no more, i ...
A: This is difficult to know without seeing you both together. It would be a good idea to insist she ...
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| stress/panick/anxiety | 8/7/2009 | James Middleton |
Q: i have a 18 year old daughter who is really stressing me out to the point i cant take no more, i ...
A: You need to have a talk with your GP and see if they can offer any parenting support or advice for ...
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| Please help me | 7/28/2009 | James Middleton |
Q: I am a 26 year old mother of one, with 'issues'. I have attained a low self esteem over the last ...
A: I am glad you found the answer helpful. There are many good programs on the net, or you may like to ...
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| Please help me | 7/28/2009 | James Middleton |
Q: I am a 26 year old mother of one, with 'issues'. I have attained a low self esteem over the last ...
A: This whole episode has been a big blow to you. It seems that you are having a great deal of trouble ...
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| Please help | 7/28/2009 | Christine Jandke |
Q: I am a 26 year old mother of one, with 'issues'. I have attained a low self esteem over the last ...
A: From what you are writing, it sounds like depression to me. You isolate, you feel insecure, you have ...
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| What do i do? | 7/28/2009 | Lela Simon |
Q: I am a 26 year old mother of one, with 'issues'. I have attained a low self esteem over the last ...
A: Martha, It is time to take an inventory. Start with listing the things that are important, the ...
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| Stress and Bad moods | 6/25/2009 | Lela Simon |
Q: I wonder if you can give me some advice. lately I seem to be in a bad mood everyday sometimes for ...
A: Don, Don't ask Jerry to marry you just to make him feel better- because if your head isn't right, it ...
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| Changing my perceptions | 6/13/2009 | James Middleton |
Q: I have an anxiety disorder and an OCD related to health issues. I have a tendency to see nearly ...
A: The fastest and easiest way would be to take up some high risk activities - like rock climbing, ...
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| Life as an adventure | 6/12/2009 | Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D. |
Q: Schafer, I have an anxiety disorder and an OCD related to health issues. I have a tendency to see ...
A: Sorry to hear you are suffering with anxiety and OCD. As I was reading your message about waning to ...
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| mental stress | 6/4/2009 | James Middleton |
Q: "sir, Iam 6 feet 3 inches tall guy and my age is 22 yrs. Both my father and grandfather are 5'8. ...
A: You need some stress managing tools. Self hypnosis programs will help a great deal. If you can, ...
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| mental stress | 6/3/2009 | Lela Simon |
Q: "sir, Iam 6 feet 3 inches tall guy and my age is 22 yrs. Both my father and grandfather are 5'8. ...
A: Most men are finished growing by age 21, so I doubt you will continue to grow. If you are afraid you ...
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| Abandonment Issues spilling over into relationships | 5/30/2009 | Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D. |
Q: I am a 36 year old woman who lost my father 4 days before my 10th birthday. I have assumed for 26 ...
A: I am sorry to hear about the story of your dad's death and they told you he was away on a business ...
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| Work anxiety | 3/28/2009 | James Middleton |
Q: James, First, thank you for being here to help with these issues! It is much appreciated. My ...
A: Perhaps this is a message - that it's time to look for a new job. If you find going to work ...
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| Nasal Surgery | 3/23/2009 | James Middleton |
Q: My boyfriend had nasal surgery in December to correct a deviated septum which would make it hard for ...
A: It sounds like your boyfriend has become seriously stressed about this operation - and the result is ...
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| please help if you can! | 3/18/2009 | Ray Stiles |
Q: my name is Emily and im 18 years old. Recently I've started cutting myself as a stress reliever. ...
A: Yes, unless you have a strong support system, like family or a close friend you can call and who can ...
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