As I See It: Vol.1 Issue #3
I’m a fan of the famous advice column Dear Abby begun in 1956 by Pauline Phillips under the pen name Abigail Van Buren and carried on today by her daughter Jeanne Phillips. […]
Timing
You’ve undoubtedly heard the phrase, “timing is everything” in life. It’s not. Timing is indeed an important component when it comes to success in any area of our lives, but to maximize its benefits two critical precursors must be in place: planning and action. […]
As I See It: Vol.1 Issue #2
We’ve all been hurt by someone or have found ourselves on the short end of some situation. And when treated unfairly, there’s a natural tendency to want to right the wrong or level the playing field, so to speak. […]
As I See It: Vol.1 Issue #1
I’ve always liked the signature phrase that helped define the Nike Corporation, namely, “Just Do It.” I like this phrase because it simply and succinctly states the best way to learn something, particularly something new. […]
5 Questions Your Clients Should Ask When Having a Psychiatric Medication Evaluation
How well do your clients communicate with their mental-health medication prescribers? Many clients develop “white-coat brain lock” when it comes to asking questions – particularly on the first visit – because one of the most prevalent communication gaps is between doctors and patients. Clinicians can help, here’s how: On a 3X5 index card, have your client write down the following five questions, and recommend that they ask these after the doctor has completed the initial assessment and has evaluated the [...]