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A Person-Centered Approach to the Medical Professions
Have you ever had a medical professional who was caring, compassionate, and good at helping you feel comfortable? Have you ever had a medical professional who listened, encouraged, and motivated you to make a positive change in your overall health? If so, then that professional was utilizing a skill set within the field of psychology. One particular skill set within the field of psychology is a person-centered approach to clients. This approach encourages medical professionals…
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Critical Concern for Women
"We realize the importance of our voices only when we are silenced."– Malala Yousafzai "The day will come when man will recognize woman as his peer, not only at the fireside, but in councils of…
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A Legacy of Mercy: 175th Anniversary
What does Mercy mean to you? To Catherine McAuley, the founder of The Sisters of Mercy, it meant to care for the economically poor, to provide shelter and educate women and girls in Dublin, Ireland.…
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Little Words of Thanks
As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday this week, I am thinking of the power of the two little words that we use at this time of year: Thank you. Of course, the English teacher in…
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Values and Dignity in Relationships
Many years ago I heard a talk that stuck with me on the importance of knowing our values. Knowing our values allows us to make informed decisions when faced with important choices in life, and…
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