Beth McHugh's commentsComments On: EverythingArticles Blogs Journals Photos created by: EveryoneBeth Cocaine: Tolerance, Dependence and Withdrawal - Blog Entry31 Dec 2008 09:22 PM Hi JamiewS, I agree that babies born with addictions suffer needlessly, but the potential for further harm from parents who still use these drugs is even greater. It's a difficult problem for us as a society to deal with. It is especially hard for the addict themselves. There are no winners, although with help and understanding ultimately there can be. Dealing with Difficult In-Laws (1) - Blog Entry31 Dec 2008 09:13 PM Working together as a couple is definitely the best way to deal with difficult in-laws, the problem is that one marriage partner may not be able to do that. This sets up all sorts of problems between the couple when there are enough of life's problems to negotiate simply by being alive! Where in-law problems persist, the problem isn't with the in-laws, it's with the marriage and therefore counseling is advisable if no resolution can be found. Narcissism-Symptoms and Treatment (1) - Blog Entry31 Dec 2008 09:07 PM Hi txgyrl, no, you don't sound choppy or disconnected, you sound like you have had a lifetime of dealing with a very dysfunctional mother. Have you considered having therapy or have any of your siblings done so? To be under the spell of a narcissistic mother is an extremely painful experience and because it starts from the time of your birth, you have no idea what is going on until much later in life. Good boundaries are essential in dealing with your mother and you need to put yourself yourself and your father first, possibly for the first time in your life. This is easy to say but hard to do until you work on understanding how narcissists function. Read as much as you can on the subject. If you need additional help you can contact me at http://youronlinecounselor.com Best wishes, Beth Dealing with a Narcissistic Family Member - Blog Entry31 Dec 2008 08:59 PM Hi CharlieX, have you thought of the possibility of having family counseling? Although many people have trouble admitting they are wrong or saying sorry, there is a "normal" incidence of this and a more abnormal one. It us hard to know if your son is manipulating even when he is being nice but you have experienced several incidences of this being the case. So although you husband has trouble apologizing this will not automatically turn your son into a narcissist. There is the natural adolescent narcissism to take into account as well, and it can be hard at times to tell this normal selfish behavior from the more concerning form of NPD, particularly if your son is not particularly emotionally mature for his age. So perhaps thinking about the possibility of family counseling for all of you as a unit might be worth considering. Best wishes, Beth The experience of losing a parent - Blog Entry31 Dec 2008 08:47 PM Hi Ironside, your mother has died so recently that it is no wonder that you are experiencing a raft of painful emotions. Please know that this is normal and to be expected, although it is incredibly painful. In addition you have have all the other losses to deal with as well and there is only so much that a person can deal with at once, and you have a heavy load at the moment. Do try to let your friends help you as much as they can, you may feel in another world at the moment, and in a sense you are. This will pass but it will take time. You can't get over something beautiful in a moment. You can contact me for additional help at http://youronlinecounselor.com. In the meantime be reassured that whatever you are feeling is entirely appropriate at this point in time. Best wishes, Beth Uplifting Quotes to Inspire You - Blog Entry31 Dec 2008 08:36 PM Yep, keeping positive sayings around your home and changing them regularly can have a subtle but important affect on your mood, Best wishes, Beth Pornography Addiction: Can It Happen? - Blog Entry31 Dec 2008 08:34 PM Hi jserio, thank you for your comment! Depression Is Still a Stigma - Blog Entry31 Dec 2008 08:33 PM Hi Reborn, many of my clients comment that the attitude of their friends and family to their mental illness is often more painful than the illness itself. The rejection and resultant isolation only adds to the pain, as you say. I hope you can find more understanding people in your life. Best wishes, Beth Hugs and Mental Health - Blog Entry31 Dec 2008 08:30 PM Hi Reborn, I agree, if we all hugged more the physical and mental health benefits would be amazing. Plus we'd have closer relationships. It's sad that many families and friends never hug at all. 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