by Terry Levy | Jan 12, 2015 | Psychology, Theory & Research
For many years science believed that genes are immutable and unchanging. It was presumed that we are either saved or condemned by our genetic make-up. We now know that biology’s most sacred tenet, genetic determination (life is controlled by genes), is a flawed...
by Terry Levy | Jan 12, 2015 | Parenting, Psychology, Uncategorized
Family meals are a good indicator of how families become and stay connected. It is well-known that they are a unifying force in families and reduce behavioral problems in children. Research shows that children who eat dinner with their families do better in school,...
by Terry Levy | Jan 9, 2015 | Parenting, Trauma
A landmark research project over the last 20 years, the Adverse Childhood Experiences study, assessed thousands of adults’ physical and emotional well-being, then asked them about their childhood traumas: abuse, neglect, family dysfunction, and attachment. They found...
by Evergreen Psychotherapy | Dec 13, 2014 | Attachment, Uncategorized
Experiential change: Recovering from trauma, rewiring the brain, developing secure attachments, learning constructive coping skills, and changing core beliefs are best achieved via positive experiences with significant others—therapists, parents, spouses, and...
by Evergreen Psychotherapy | Dec 13, 2014 | Psychology, Uncategorized
Until recently, the field of mental health focused primarily on psychopathology and mental illness. Positive psychology, conversely, is the study of positive emotions, psychological strengths, and paths to a meaningful and fulfilling life. Additionally, lessons...
