Playing Together Sexually Is Your Greatest Strength
CONGRATULATIONS!
This is the BEST place to have your strongest suit! Relationships like yours can survive even major problems is necessary, because you both have so many "strokes" (so much attention) at stake. If you are also strong in "thinking clearly together," you have a dynamite relationship!
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(2009, July 17). Playing Together Sexually Is Your Greatest Strength, HealthyPlace. Retrieved
on 2024, October 12 from https://www.healthyplace.com/self-help/inter-dependence/playing-together-sexually
Last Updated: August 15, 2014
Sharing Opinions Together Is Your Greatest Strength
Sorry to say, but your strength is in the LEAST important aspect of your relationship.
If you are also weak at either "playing together" or "thinking together," you have some very difficult problems to overcome. If, on the other hand, you are strong at either "playing together" or "thinking together," and you also have extremely strong religious or philosophical beliefs you both share equally, you might be content.
If there are serious disputes, remember to call in a therapist or other professional.
NOTE: Sometimes older couples will score strongly at "sharing opinions" and also be strong at "thinking together" but weak at "playing sexually." If there are physical problems or if, sadly, sex has become less important to both of you, you might actually have an excellent (if unexciting) relationship!
APA Reference Staff, H.
(2009, July 17). Sharing Opinions Together Is Your Greatest Strength, HealthyPlace. Retrieved
on 2024, October 12 from https://www.healthyplace.com/self-help/inter-dependence/sharing-opinions-together-in-your-relationship
All of the examples given in this questionnaire are about primary, sexual relationships. But if you are analyzing a non-sexual relationship you can answer each question without referring to the examples at all. (For instance, if the example I give is "he touches her caringly" but touch isn't appropriate in the relationship you are thinking about, you should disregard my example completely and just rate "how caring he is" compared to "how caring I wish he was.")
The most significant question for you to "translate" is the last one which asks about sex. All you need to do here is CHANGE QUESTIONS #9 AND #10 TO ASK ABOUT "PLAYFULNESS" INSTEAD OF SEX.
APA Reference Staff, H.
(2009, July 17). Analyzing Non-Sexual Relationships, HealthyPlace. Retrieved
on 2024, October 12 from https://www.healthyplace.com/self-help/inter-dependence/analyzing-non-sexual-relationships
Last Updated: August 15, 2014
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(2009, July 13). hi, HealthyPlace. Retrieved
on 2024, October 12 from https://www.healthyplace.com/support-blogs/myblog/hi
The topic of Tuesday’s show, Surviving the Suicide of a Child, was quite difficult, but we hope it may prevent the tragic loss of another life by suicide. HealthyPlace.com Medical Director, Dr. Harry Croft, provided some reasons why children and teens might choose to die by suicide: • Depression • Loss of relationship • Drug and alcohol abuse
While these are only a few of the many reasons out there, Dr. Croft concluded that the end result causes pain, suffering and guilt for those loved ones left behind (Parents Surviving the Suicide of Their Child).
My Son's Suicide: A Personal Story
Our guest, Elaine, can attest to the reasons given by Dr. Croft. Her son Mark, chose to take his life 11 years ago when he was just 17. Between his unstable relationship with his biological father, trouble with this girlfriend, and moving around with family, life seemed to be too much for Mark to bear (Elaine's Blog).
Elaine relived that fateful day and told us that Mark's behavior did not seem the same. Looking back, she recounts how her son made an effort to spend quality family time…maybe a sign that he had already made that painful choice to die by suicide.
The Pain of Suicide for Those Left Behind
Even though it has been 11 years since she lost her son, the pain remains as if it were the day after. "An empty hole will always be in my heart," laments Elaine. She copes by helping others deal with their own loss. She now knows that life is too short to take for granted and hugs everyone she comes in contact with, not knowing if she will ever see them again.
Signs of Suicidal Thinking
Unfortunately for those suffering like Elaine and her family, it’s too late. To avoid this pain and premature loss, Dr. Croft suggested that parents look for these warning signs of suicidal thinking in their child:
• Depressed mood • Not enjoying things anymore such as friends, TV, games, studying, etc. • Change in sleep habits • Change in appetite • Change in ability to concentrate • Feelings of guilt or worthlessness • Decreased energy • Talking about suicide
The last sign, talking about suicide, should be taken the most seriously. When your child experiences a loss such as breaking up with their boyfriend or girlfriend, the best thing you can do is talk them. Dr. Croft reminds us that parents carry a great deal of wisdom that should be shared with your child. Another important action is to empathize and acknowledge their pain. Sometimes brushing off the issue can result in tragedy--and then its too late.
The video interview with Cheryl is no longer available. I hope the following TEDxHelena talk How can we prevent childhood suicide? with Jenny Buscher will help you.
You can also find detailed information on suicide and suicide support here. At Healthyplace.com, we want to provide you with as much trusted information as possible to help you or your family members get through your difficult time.
Join us next Tuesday evening (5:30p PT, 7:30 CT, 8:30 ET) as we talk about sexual addiction.
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Well I'm new here. I have been diagnosed with Bipolar disorder just recently. I don't know much about it becuase I feel I get the same information over and over again. I also have an anxiety disorder
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(2009, July 10). New, HealthyPlace. Retrieved
on 2024, October 12 from https://www.healthyplace.com/support-blogs/myblog/New
For parents, the thought of a child dying for any reason is a tragedy beyond compare. But what happens when your child commits suicide? How do you even begin to deal with that?
"Surviving the Suicide of a Child" On HealthyPlace TV
Eleven years ago, Elaine's 17- year old son committed suicide. The impact it had on her and how she survived that horrible afternoon is the subject of this Tuesday's HealthyPlace Mental Health TV Show.
Join us Tuesday night, July 7. The show starts at 5:30p PT, 7:30 CT, 8:30 ET and airs live on our website.
We have many tools on the HealthyPlace website designed to help you analyze and manage your mental health needs. Since we re-launched our site in February, nearly 5,000 people are taking advantage of the HealthyPlace Mediminder - Mental Health Medication Reminder Tool. It will send you an email or text alert when it's time to take your medication, plus a reminder when it's time for a re-fill.
Over 4,000 people are keeping track of their depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety levels using the HealthyPlace Mood Tracker - Mood Journal. Not only can you track your moods via charts and notes, but you can pre-set an alert to be sent to your doctor, therapist, or caregiver if your mood reaches a serious level.
Our online psychological tests are designed to be instantly scored and saved to your profile. That allows you to initially check out your symptoms and by taking the psychological tests on a regular basis, you can monitor any improvement or deterioration in your condition.
All HealthyPlace Mental Health Tools are free of charge. To take full advantage of them, simply register on the HealthyPlace site by clicking the "register" tab on the top-right side of any page.
APA Reference Staff, H.
(2009, July 7). When a Child Commits Suicide, HealthyPlace. Retrieved
on 2024, October 12 from https://www.healthyplace.com/other-info/mental-health-newsletter/when-a-child-commits-suicide
