Periodically in my practice I notice a theme common to several different cases at once. It seems that lately I find myself exploring with patients the difference between selfishness and self protectiveness, or asserting one’s needs in a relationship. Read More …
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Press Release for Life
TOKYOPOP announced the release of the popular Japanese shojo manga series Life. Tackling real life subjects of teen angst and self-torment such as cutting, suicide, bullying, and gangs in a candid and honest manner, Life features the work of acclaimed manga-ka Keiko Suenobu … Read More …
My Date’s Sending Out An SOS!
When the woman you’re seeing is going through a difficult time — she just got laid off, her beloved dog died — you want to be there for her… right? Right. But what does being there mean, exactly? Read More …
Why We Love Bad Boys (Even When We Know Better)
My recent conversation with a friend about movie-star crushes turned into a celebration of some of the most twisted men ever seen on screen. From Viggo in “Eastern Promises” to Christian Bale in “American Psycho,” it turns out that a lot of women love the image of cold, even violent, dudes. Read More …
Are Money Woes Hurting Romance?
The dinner was romantic; the wine was fantastic. But once again picking up the tab for your boyfriend? Far from priceless, say the growing number of chicks who are footing the bill. Read More …
The F-Word
In many ways psychotherapy and feminism seem like they should go hand in hand. Both are about empowerment, self-understanding and health. Both deal with the negative effects of (patriarchal) society on the psychology of women and men. Read More …