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Reluctance To Get Help: Four Myths Couples Believe
By Susan Orenstein, Ph.D. In our daily lives, there are lots of routine ways we check to make sure things are on track. Consider, for example, annual medical check-up, kids’ report cards, car tune-ups, monthly bank statements, or the dreaded work evaluation. All are seen as a way to proactively detect and address problems to…
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Treat Your Marriage Like Your Teeth!
By Betty Phillips Now what kind of whacked-out title is this? Is Phillips off her rocker? Well, just think about it. We’re told to pay daily attention to our dental health, brush and floss each night and seek professional assessment with dental checkups every six months. When a dental problem is discovered we invest immediately in…
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Marriage Counseling: For Us?
By Betty Phillips Why do people think twice about calling a marriage counselor when they don’t hesitate to call other specialists for professional services? Tax advisers, interior designers, home inspectors, doctors, dentists, all stand ready to provide advice and consultation services when requested. There’s no need for any admission of failure when you call a…