Beth McHugh's commentsComments On: EverythingArticles Blogs Journals Photos created by: EveryoneBeth Dealing with a Narcissistic Mother - Blog Entry11 Jan 2008 03:59 PM Hi Lynda, it's really up to your son to step in and make some changes in this situation, as grandparents have such limited power in these cases. Your son moving back home would definitely help. Is he aware of the level of his son's distress? It may be a good idea for your grandson to speak to a child psychologist also, as his mother's behaviors will then become apparent to the therapist and steps can be put in place to at least limit her input. Your grandson sounds very fearful, caught between loving his mother and not feeling loved. It is important that you and your husband try to maintain as normal a life for him as possible, at least when he is with you. Keep up the Teddy-talk, do not shower him with material gifts but with real love and attention. He needs stability in his life and will do so for many years. You can contact me at http://youronlinecounselor.com if you need further help. Best wishes, Beth Do dreams really mean anything? - Blog Entry11 Jan 2008 03:47 PM Are you on any medication? Many prescription drugs suppress REM sleep (the dream state). Dealing with a Narcissistic Family Member - Blog Entry09 Jan 2008 02:34 PM Hi Larry, this must be a difficult situation for you. There are several options you could consider. If you require, you may like to contact me at http://youronlinecounselor.com if you need professional guidance in dealing with this problem. Recovering from a Breakdown (1) - Blog Entry08 Jan 2008 03:54 PM CBT or indeed any therapy is not designed to "make things go away." Nothing can ever make horrendous events go away. In fact, denial, that old standby, is probably the worst action one can take in response to trauma of any kind. I don't take your comments as a criticism at all, it seems that you are not in a very good phase at the moment, yet your ability to read and comment indicates that there is still a good measure of positive energy there. Recovering from a Breakdown (1) - Blog Entry06 Jan 2008 11:03 PM The sentiment in the last sentence is what you have to work on. Your beliefs about yourself require adjustment. Being unwell, you cannot operate at full power, why would you think you could? If you would like help in changing yourself you are welcome to contact me. Your current attitude, though understandable, is sabotaging any hope of recovery. How to Help a Suicidal Person (1) - Blog Entry06 Jan 2008 10:32 PM Nothing can really stop a person who is determined to end their life. As you say, these tips are for crisis situations only and intended to help people who would have few ideas on how to deal with such a situation. Of course feelings concerning ending one's life will not change in a day or two, however without the efforts of a caring person at a critical time, there is no help of any future at all. The hospital system is not designed in such a way to actually help a suicidal person, they are just holding bays unfortunately. If you read my other blogs on suicide you will see that I do not consider it to be a temporary impulse, rather the act of a person who has reached the end of their resources, and not through any fault of their own. When Antidepressants aren't the best option (3) - Blog Entry06 Jan 2008 09:52 PM I think your psychologist has a very valid point. New Year's Mental Health Resolutions - Blog Entry06 Jan 2008 09:45 PM Ok Cal, let's opt for the former. I completely understand the latter, yet while you're still here I hope you will try to make the best of it. It sounds like you are feeling very down today, but things might improve, just for a moment, some time today. That moment is precious because it demonstrates that you can be at peace, if only just for a moment. And life is just a series of moments. Hold on to that Cal, and I hope 2008 will be a bright new start to the rest of your life. Beth Depression: The myth of "Chemical Imbalance" - Blog Entry06 Jan 2008 09:40 PM Cal, I do understand how you feel and the hopelessness of the situation that we can find ourselves in at times. The fact that you are still here, no matter how poorly you perceive that you perform, is a sign of immense strength. It IS hard to do simple things when you are bogged down with depression and anxiety. Have you read my series on Recovery from a Breakdown? See if that says anything to you. If you think you'd like to talk to me professionally, you can contact me at http://youronlinecounselor.com Pornography and Teenagers - Blog Entry04 Jan 2008 03:03 PM Hi Ase7, you will find several additional postings on pornography at http://mental-health.families.com/blog/pornography-addiction-can-it-happen I cannot link articles to subsequent ones which had not yet been posted at the time. Thank you for your patience. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 |
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