From the monthly archives:

March 2009

Elder Care: Institutional or Home Care?

by Dr. Neill Neill

There has been much in the news about bed closures in care facilities, new nursing homes opening, and the stress for the elderly of being moved. Many issues should be taken into consideration when deciding if an elder care facility is the right choice. Sometimes it is not.

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Moral Evasion through Pop Psychology

by Dr. Neill Neill

Pop psychology has worked its way into our culture. If a man makes a mistake, its OK to blame it on something he ate or an addiction he has. Has pop psychology made it so people no longer have to accept responsibility for their own actions? Is pop psychology making us a society of victims?

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What To Do When Your Marriage Lacks Communication

by Dr. Neill Neill

Developing communication skills in marriage is a very important step toward maintaining a happy marriage. When you as a couple have taken on a pattern over time of not talking an issue through to some sort of resolution, and you want to change that pattern to save your marriage, what can you do?

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The Support Group Groupie

by Dr. Neill Neill

Mutual support can be a double-edged sword. Joining a support group can lead to renewal, likening it to pressing the REFRESH button on life. However, a support group can also keep you stuck pressing the REPLAY button and hearing the same thing over and over. The picture of your life can get out of focus.

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Is Stonewalling Causing Problems in Your Marriage?

by Dr. Neill Neill

The dictionary defines “stonewall” as “to refuse to comply or cooperate.” Does your marriage relationship involve stonewalling? Stonewalling is one of the big four deal breakers or marriage-enders.

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