Monthly Archives: August 2014

The Unwelcome Blessing: The Movie

Posted on August 17, 2014 by diospsytrek

Well, the message about coping with and overcoming depression is still spot-on even if it is contained in a shameless infomercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yScNh8kpu40 I made this video about five years ago. I wrote the book about ten years ago. I have … Continue reading →

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RIP: The Fisher King

Posted on August 14, 2014 by diospsytrek

The outpouring of shock and grief over the suicide of Robin Williams has been impressive, heart-wrenching, and in my opinion a tad over-the-top. But it is not surprising given the ethos of a culture that is entertainment and media-driven. He … Continue reading →

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Caregiver Fatigue and Codependency

Posted on August 5, 2014 by diospsytrek

This past week I attended a symposium titled “Aging and Addictions” at the Hanley Center in West Palm Beach. This is the fourth time I’ve attended a workshop at Hanley and they’ve all been very worthwhile. The presenters this week … Continue reading →

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The Safety Net. . .

Posted on August 2, 2014 by diospsytrek

. . .of mental health services for the most disturbed and indigent leaks like a sieve. This is the case in Florida in 2014, and I have no reason to believe that it’s substantially better in any other state even … Continue reading →

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