COPING & TREATMENT, MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES Robert M. Gordon, PsyD and Elizabeth L. Malkin, MA, MSCP COPING & TREATMENT, MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES Robert M. Gordon, PsyD and Elizabeth L. Malkin, MA, MSCP

The Impact of Unprocessed Grief and Loss During COVID-19

By Robert M. Gordon, Psy.D., and Elizabeth Malkin, MA, MSCP. - In the past 3 ½ years, we have experienced an incomprehensible level of unprocessed grief and loss over the number of people who have died due to COVID-19. Many individuals helplessly witnessed loved ones die alone in hospitals and nursing homes without the normal healing mourning rituals. Imagining the enormity of these losses is “like looking directly into the sun for too long; although the image persists, one must nonetheless turn away for protection” (Gensler et al., 2002, p. 96).

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COPING & TREATMENT, FAMILY / INTIMATE RELATIONSHIP CHALLENGES, RESILIENCE AND POST TRAUMATIC GROWTH Gabriela Nordeman Sumarriva, MA, and Robert M. Gordon, Psy.D. COPING & TREATMENT, FAMILY / INTIMATE RELATIONSHIP CHALLENGES, RESILIENCE AND POST TRAUMATIC GROWTH Gabriela Nordeman Sumarriva, MA, and Robert M. Gordon, Psy.D.

How to Improve Communication with Your Partner

by Gabriela Nordeman Sumarriva, MA, and Robert M. Gordon, Psy.D.,

Improving communication with your partner can be challenging—especially during times of turmoil, like the post-pandemic transition. These strategies can help you deal with uncertainty together.

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COPING & TREATMENT Rita M. Rivera, M.S. and Denise Carballea, M.S. COPING & TREATMENT Rita M. Rivera, M.S. and Denise Carballea, M.S.

Digital Hygiene During COVID-19

by Rita M. Rivera, M.S., and Denise Carballea, M.S.

Excessive screen time during the coronavirus pandemic may pose threats to our mental and physical health. These tips can help you take control of the time you spend online.

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COPING & TREATMENT, HEALTH BEHAVIORS AND SELF-CARE, RESILIENCE AND POST TRAUMATIC GROWTH Robert M. Gordon, PsyD and Jed N. McGiffin, PhD COPING & TREATMENT, HEALTH BEHAVIORS AND SELF-CARE, RESILIENCE AND POST TRAUMATIC GROWTH Robert M. Gordon, PsyD and Jed N. McGiffin, PhD

How to Build Resilience During the Post-Pandemic Transition

By Robert M. Gordon, PsyD and Jed N. McGiffin, PhD - The pandemic transition phase presents unique psychological challenges. Taking steps to increase flexibility and resilience may help us navigate them.

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Sustaining Hope in Pediatric Care During COVID-19

By Robert M. Gordon, Psyd, Taylor Groth, MS, and Sara Schapiro, MS - Parenting children with medical conditions during COVID-19 is challenging. Here are tips to sustain hope.

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COPING & TREATMENT, HEALTH BEHAVIORS AND SELF-CARE Robert M. Gordon, PsyD, Usha Persaud, MS, and Sara Schapiro, MS COPING & TREATMENT, HEALTH BEHAVIORS AND SELF-CARE Robert M. Gordon, PsyD, Usha Persaud, MS, and Sara Schapiro, MS

Self-Compassion and Kindness During COVID-19

By Robert M. Gordon, PsyD, Usha Persaud, MS, and Sara Schapiro, MS - Self-compassion and kindness toward others can help us heal during the pandemic. Here are strategies to express these humanistic values.

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COPING & TREATMENT, HEALTH BEHAVIORS AND SELF-CARE, RESILIENCE AND POST TRAUMATIC GROWTH Robert M. Gordon, PsyD, Joanna B. Wolfson, PhD, and Elina Talis, MA COPING & TREATMENT, HEALTH BEHAVIORS AND SELF-CARE, RESILIENCE AND POST TRAUMATIC GROWTH Robert M. Gordon, PsyD, Joanna B. Wolfson, PhD, and Elina Talis, MA

Why Am I So Tired?

By Robert M. Gordon, PsyD, Joanna B. Wolfson, PhD, and Elina Talis, MA - Dealing with the pandemic can be exhausting. Here are strategies to deal with stress and fatigue.

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Stress-Management Strategies for Healthcare Workers

By Rita M. Rivera, MS and Denise Carballea, MS - These strategies can help healthcare workers reduce overall stress and burnout.

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COVID-19 Overwhelm: Self-Care for Abuse Survivors

By Denise Bossarte - Abuse survivors are often triggered during the pandemic. A survivor of childhood sexual abuse shares research-based self-care practices to reduce the overwhelm.

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Suicide by Intentional Overdose in Children

By Patricia A. O’Gorman - Simple steps we can take during this addiction epidemic within the pandemic to detect teens at risk for suicide.

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Surviving and Thriving as a Couple in the Pandemic

By Irina Wen - The pandemic has put many intimate relationships to the test. Learn how to protect your relationship from conflict and promote better communication.

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Children at Risk for Maltreatment During COVID-19 Pandemic

By Christina Rodriguez, PhD - Children may be hidden victims during the pandemic. Two new studies reveal how parenting under pandemic-related stress may be undermining children’s safety.

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Existential Interventions During the Age of COVID

By Robert Gordon, PsyD - Life-threatening illness can be a catalyst for thinking about life’s meaning. Here are existential strategies to promote hope, growth, and purpose in patients and therapists.

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