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The Psychiatric Crisis
FreePsychArticles #4: Pinchas: The Ultimate in Crisis Intervention In the story of Pinchas, in the Biblical book of Numbers (Bamidbar), that traverses two parshiot, we see a snapshot of crisis intervention and resolution. To review, we are witness … Continue reading
Dealing WIth Trauma
FreePsychArticles#24 NEW PERSPECTIVES OF TRAUMA I use the word “New” because these observations are new to me, and may have been discussed by others already. My handle on PTSD and other trauma-related disorders has recently come in contact with a broader view. Treatment … Continue reading
Advise for Bipolar Child
FreePsychArticles#23 UNSOLICITED LETTER TO THE PARENT OF A BIPOLAR CHILD To Whom It May Concern: You didn’t ask or inquire or request my advise. I’m almost sure you don’t really want to know what I’m going to … Continue reading
A Need for Vigilance
FreePsychArticles#22 OUT OF THE CLEAR BLUE SKY? Recent events over the last month have shocked the world…again. Innocents were brutally murdered in Borough Park, Norway and Beersheva by different men for different reasons. We are horrified … Continue reading
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The Stigma of Mental Illness
FreePsychArticles #6 The Stigma of Mental Illness? Let’s start by defining ‘stigma’ and start thinking about how it works in modern society. stig·ma “a mark of disgrace or infamy; a stain or reproach, as on one’s reputation.” The idealism … Continue reading
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The Psychiatric Crisis
FreePsychArticles #4: Pinchas: The Ultimate in Crisis Intervention In the story of Pinchas, in the Biblical book of Numbers (Bamidbar), that traverses two parshiot, we see a snapshot of crisis intervention and resolution. To review, we are witness … Continue reading
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Advice for Families and Friends
FreePsychArticles #3: How Do Those Who Care Deal With The Identified Mental Patient? I believe this question is one of the most broad reaching questions in the field of mental health. Even a meager attempt to answer it would … Continue reading
Why see a psychiatrist?
FreePsychArticles #2: When’s the right time to see a psychiatrist? There are probably thousands, or tens of thousands of people suffering from problems involved in their thoughts, feelings, behaviors or relationships that secretly wonder if they should seek professional help. … Continue reading
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