Interventions for Survivors of Sexual Trauma

    One in 6 females and one in 33 males have experienced some form of sexual trauma in their lives (RAINN, 2009). Many who seek treatment present with issues unrelated to sexual trauma. Given the high percentage of sexual trauma survivors, it is very likely...

Causes of stress or anxiety

        What causes you stress or anxiety? Why do you find these issues to be stressful or anxiety-provoking? What are the strategies you use to help reduce your stress or anxiety? Do you have any recommendations for others? In addition, why do you...

Stigma associated with mental health problems

        Why do you think there is so much stigma associated with mental health problems? What contributes to individuals having negative feelings towards getting help for mental health problems? What do you feel would be effective strategies to...

Language Development, Nature or Nurture?

  One key aspect of Chomsky’s theory of language is the following: Because Chomsky views language as largely innate, delayed development of language is often viewed as red flag to parents. Early on, children often make normal grammatical errors in language...