Developing a Post-Trauma Identity-Who Am I Now?
May 9, 2015
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We are the story we tell ourselves about ourselves. Traumatic events disrupt out story and assault our sense of self. They leave us asking: Who
Dr. Suzanne B. Phillips
Licensed Psychologist, Psychoanalyst, Diplomate in Group Psychology, Certified Group Therapist, Author, Radio Host and Media Consultant Covering a Wide Range of Psychological Topics
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Illusions of Self-Knowledge: Findings and Benefits
June 20, 2014
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How well do you really know yourself? Have you ever discovered with surprise that the type of movie you hate was actually interesting; the sushi
The Family Story of Trauma: Ways to Change the Legacy
February 17, 2013
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Whether in the past or the present, a traumatic event experienced by one or all members of a family, impacts the entire family system. Be
Recognizing and Understanding Depression After Trauma
August 9, 2012
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Disaster and trauma studies often focus on identifying the incidence of PTSD as the sequel to traumatic events. Early interventions with those affected after a
The Psychological Importance of “Our Stuff”
August 2, 2012
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Well beyond the necessities and somewhere between collecting and hoarding…we all have ‘stuff.’ Be it the toy truck, the pasta bowl, the piano, the silver
Important Validation for the Aftermath of Adult Trauma
July 12, 2012
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Many people face a traumatic event in adult life. Be it a serious car accident, combat, rape, a natural disaster or the loss of a
“The Hunger Games”: Some Suggestions For Parents
April 4, 2012
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The new film, “The Hunger Games,” based on the novel by Suzanne Collins, has outstripped Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax as the top grossing film this
Men and the Danger of Hidden Depression
May 25, 2011
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In the past few years we have had too many talented men die by suicide. In 2014 the world lost Robin Williams to suicide and
Teen Cutting and Self-Injury: Why Do They Do This?
March 23, 2011
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A concerned parent commented to one of my blogs “Could My Teen Commit Suicide?” by describing his 14 year old daughter who had begun cutting herself.