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Psychology Feature Writer: Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen

Introverted personality traits, psychological disorders, emotional cheating, and various mental health and wellness issues are covered in Psychology at Suite101.

Here, you'll find information about psychological disorders such as schizophrenia, depression, seasonal affective disorder, phobias, & anxiety disorders. You can improve your love life by learning about the stages of love, addictive relationships, & marital affairs.

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And don't forget your body image & relationship to food! Psychology at Suite101 also has information about eating disorders, & emotional eating.


Feature Writer Articles in Psychology

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Children
Children who experience major life changes or stressful events may develop post-traumatic stress disorder. Here are several signs and symptoms of PTSD in young people.
Choosing the Right Antidepressant for Depression
Coping with depression can involve taking antidepressants, talking to a cognitive-behavioral psychologist, or finding the right balance between therapy and medication.
Managing the Side Effects of Antidepressants
Antidepressants can cause dry mouth, anxiety, or weight gain. Here are tips for managing side effects of depression medications, plus new research for depressed people.
Inexpensive Christmas Presents for Lovers
These inexpensive ideas for Christmas presents range from practical gifts for lovers to symbolic, romantic ways to show love and affection. Here's something for everyone!
How Much Do Family Therapists Make?
Family counselors earn less than psychologists or psychiatrists, but can still earn a good living! Certain factors affect how much money a relationship therapist earns.


Contributing Articles in Psychology

The Behaviorist Manifesto
In 1913, the emerging field of psychology lacked a clear focus; John B. Watson hoped it would become a "purely objective experimental branch of natural science".
How to Make Lifestyle Changes Last
Every January it's the same thing: people start off with good intentions to lose weight or quit smoking, only to slip back into old habits within a few weeks.
Six Degrees of Separation Theory
The theory that aims to demonstrate the possibility of linking any two people in the world through a chain of only six people or less.
Grit as a Psychological Trait
While intellegence is clearly a difference-maker in terms of achievement, there are other factors that are equally important. Studies have shown grit may be one of these.
How to Banish the Winter Blues
Miserable weather, early sunsets, Christmas credit card bills, and failed-before-they-even-started New Year's resolutions make January the cruelest month.
Achieving New Year's Resolutions
Resolutions fail because people don't know the core issue behind their desire for change or even how to get started. Luckily, there are ways to remedy this.
Evolving Positive Psychology
In the last century, psychology has evolved from a science that only treated mental illnesses and diseases to a science that also promotes wellness: positive psychology.
How to Have a Beautiful Day
In order to have a beautiiful day, Dr. Martin Seligman suggests three activities for lasting happiness: a gratitiude visit, strength dating, and an altruistic activity.
The Secret of Living Well
An article entitled 'How to be Happy' might be assumed by many to be a treatise on how to get rich. But the best way to be happy is through acts of kindness.
Think Better, Live Better
The unpredictability of life can be stressful in today's fast paced society. Here are some ways to reduce stress and anxiety through correcting thinking errors.
Quantum Focusing for IBS Relief
Quantum Focusing™ is a group of practices designed to help resolve IBS symptoms
Why Do People Lie?
People lie everyday. They learn how to lie early in life, and continue lying their entire lives. They lie protect themselves and control their lives.
Hypnotherapy and Interpersonal Communication
Is it possible to access the subconscious mind and discover mind to mind communication?
Psychological Research and Ethical Guidelines
Due to ethical abuses of psychological experiments in the past it became necessary to set clearly defined ethical standards to protect the subjects involved in research.
New Year's Resolutions to Lose Weight
Losing weight is the number one New Year's Resolution, but more fail than succeed. Imaging yourself at your goal weight and acting "as if" may help you get there.

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