In every relationship, there are going to be problems. Some problems can be worked out between the 2 people in the relationship. There are some other problems that sometimes just can't be fixed. Some marriage therapist have listed the problems they've seen within a relationship that can not be fixed.
9 Relaxation Techniques to Cope with Depression
Depression is a condition that affects your emotional health, and there is very little enthusiasm about life. Depression can be a result of certain health problems, or from loneliness. There are many other factors that could also lead to depression. Depression is difficult to deal with but there are ways to cope with the condition. Ronald E Riggio Ph.D., a contributor writer for Psychology Today, has some relaxation techniques to cope with depression:
What is your conflict management style?
We all deal with conflict differently. Some people are afraid of confrontation and therefore avoid it entirely. Others charge right in and make a decision for everyone involved whether it's a healthy one or not. At the same time, there are others who are too accommodating in order to resolve it. Conflict can be hard for some people. There are both healthy and unhealthy ways of managing conflict too. The following is a list of the various conflict management styles and a description of each:
11 Tips to Help Manage Anxiety
Stress and anxiety are a normal part of life. As humans, we feel anxious because that is the way our body tells us to fear something. However, some people feel anxiety when there is nothing to be feared. This is when anxiety can start to affect your daily life. This is also when it might be time to look for some help to deal with the anxiety. Therese J. Borchard, the Associate Editor for Psych Central, has some tips to manage that unwanted anxiety.
13 Signs You Need to Visit a Marriage Counselor
The idea most people grow up with about marriage, is that it's supposed to be a fairy tale. However, most people tend to forget that marriage actually takes a lot of work and it's not always a perfect. During a marriage there may come a time when you may need to see a marriage counselor. Some problems are easy enough to fix on your own, and others need the help of a counselor. Debra Smouse, a contributor writer for the Huffington Post, has a list of signs that may mean you need to see a marriage counselor:
VIDEO: Jodie Sweetin Opens Up About Her Struggle with Sobriety on DWTS
Jodie Sweetin is most popularly known as Stephanie Tanner, from the 90s sitcom, Full House. Full House was a part of Sweetin's life from when she was 5 to 13. In the video below she describes leaving her Full House family as a "big shift" in her life. She also states that this was the first real loss she had ever experienced, and because of that she didn't know how to grieve. This lead her to getting involved with drugs and alcohol. Watch Sweetin open up about her sobriety in the video below:
8 Self-Care Tips for Parents of Children with Mental Illness
Being a parent is no easy task, but being a parent of a child who has a mental illness can be even more difficult. Taking care a child with a mental illness can be a lot of work and extremely stressful. When taking care of a child with a mental illness it is important that the parents also remembers to take care of themselves as well. Here are so self-care tip for parents of children with mental illness.
7 Steps to Breaking Free of a Controlling Partner
Knowing if you have a controlling partner can be difficult to know when you are the one in the relationship. The people who usually notice first are friends and family. Hearing that your partner is controlling may not be the easiest thing to digest. Being in a relationship with someone who is controlling can be dangerous. If you begin to realize that your partner is controlling here are some steps to take to break free of a controlling partner.
4 Powerful Ways Spirituality Can Ease Anxiety and Depression
Anxiety and depression are know to go hand in hand. If someone has one of the mental illness, they are likely to have the other as well. Anxiety and depression can make life very difficult for an individual. However, with the right help, people with anxiety and depression can live a fairly normal life. The types of help available is medication and therapy. Some people even turn to spirituality for help with anxiety and depression. Barbara Markway Ph.D., a contributor writer for Psychology Today, says there are 4 ways that spirituality can help someone with anxiety and depression.
Listening Mistakes That Can Damage Your Relationship
Communication is one of the most important aspects of a relationship. If a couple doesn't have good communication, they relationship may not work out. Most couple therapists would say that communication issues are one the top things they see in their office. Amy Morin, a contributor writer for Psychology Today, has a list of of listening mistakes that could ruin a relationship.