Partner abuse can be a ”muddy” issue for the two people directly involved, concerned friends and relatives, and even helping professionals. What defines an abusive relationship? What differentiates it from an up-and-down, stormy or just plain bad relationship? And, if someone feels abused or threatened by their romantic partner, how do they decide whether...
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Traumatic Stress in the Workplace: How Managers and Supervisors Can Help
Traumatic events are so identified as being outside the range of normal experience and presenting some (real or perceived) threat to one’s safety or sense of self. Some examples include bad accidents or injuries, sudden deaths, acts of interpersonal violence, and natural disasters. Vicarious...
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Helping Guidelines for Managers and Supervisors
Remain primarily focused on work performance and conduct. Without probing for details, acknowledge that personal issues can affect an employee at work. When it seems appropriate, refer to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Let employees know that the EAP can help them personal and...
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Emotional Recovery Information and Guidelines
Get professional help. Find a therapist who understands trauma and dysfunctional family issues. Consult with a psychiatrist about managing severe or persistent symptoms including: insomnia; depression; anxiety or panic;...
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Healthy Lifestyle Motivation Inventory
This inventory can help you think more broadly about your motivations for developing and maintaining certain healthy lifestyle changes. Rate each item according to the strength of its motivation...
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Creating a Healthy Family Environment
The adults set the tone in terms of everyone being treated with love and respect. The needs of the children come first, though it is important for the adults...
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