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How Thanksgiving Dinner and Politics Can Mix – Happily

Nov 27, 2024 | usnews.com | Lawrence Torcello |Judy Ho

The United States is a paradox: Media and public opinion polls portray us as a nation divided along partisan lines, but deeper research reveals that Americans share common ground on many core values and political issues. As a political philosopher, I worry about the growing chasm between our shared concerns and the often ugly polarization that divides the electorate.
I'm an American in Canada. Before You Flee Across the Border, Here's a Reality Check.

Nov 25, 2024 | usnews.com | Debby Waldman |Judy Ho |Albert Hunt |Olivier Knox

Donald Trump’s victory was barely 24 hours old when an anxious childhood friend from upstate New York called me about moving to Canada. Phone calls like this are nothing new. Over the nine U.S. presidential elections since I settled in western Canada, I’ve lost track of how many American friends and relatives from back home have reached out when a Republican wins the White House. Their questions are always the same: Will I sponsor them for immigration and/or do I have extra room to house them?
Democracy Dies Without Local Newspapers

Oct 30, 2024 | usnews.com | Josh Stearns |Eric Effron |McKenzie Sadeghi |Judy Ho

The rise of the internet 25 years ago promised a new era in access to information. We now understand that this revolution led to both a flourishing of knowledge and an explosion in news and information from unverified sources. At the same time, the shift in advertising to the web undermined the business model for news, killing thousands of newspapers and magazines across America.
Anxious About the Election? Here’s How to Keep Peace With Friends and Family On the ‘Other Side.’

Oct 28, 2024 | usnews.com | Judy Ho |Anthony Vaccaro

With a week to go before Election Day, the presidential candidates’ final arguments have gotten sharper than ever. Former President Donald Trump and his celebrity endorsers filled Madison Square Garden in New York City Sunday, riling up the crowd with remarks that critics condemned as racist, sexist and vulgar.
CBD For ADHD: Does It Really Work?

Aug 13, 2024 | forbes.com | Jennifer Fisher |Judy Ho

Getty Creative Table of Contents {{ tocState.toggleTocShowMore ? 'Show more' : 'Show less' }} Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that affects children and adults. It can lead to difficulties in maintaining attention, controlling impulses and managing energy levels. Treatment often includes behavioral therapy and/or medication, but some individuals may explore alternative options, such as cannabidiol (CBD). CBD, an active compound derived...
How to Heal Anxious Attachment by Prioritizing Your Own Needs

Jun 27, 2024 | greatergood.berkeley.edu | Judy Ho

Are you a chronic people-pleaser, prioritizing others’ needs over your own? Do you struggle with saying no, and feel responsible for others’ happiness? Do you find that your self-esteem is often dependent on what happens in a given day, or how others react to you? If so, the roots might lie in your attachment style. At its most basic level, attachment refers to the first emotional bond that forms between you and your primary caregiver(s).
How To Break Up With Your Therapist

Jun 13, 2024 | forbes.com | Leigh Weingus |Judy Ho

Table of Contents {{ tocState.toggleTocShowMore ? 'Show more' : 'Show less' }} Over the past few years, the amount of people in the U.S. seeking mental health treatment has increased. According to data from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the volume of individuals who sought mental health treatment—whether through medication, counseling or therapy in the past 12 months—increased from 19.2% to 21.6% between 2019 and 2021 . While it’s great that more people are seeking help...
Gina Rae Mitchell

May 9, 2024 | ginaraemitchell.com | Judy Ho

The New Rules of Attachment: How to Heal Your Relationships, Reparent Your Inner Child, and Secure Your Life Vision by Dr. Judy Ho | Guest Post ~ 1 Signed Copy Available | #NonFiction #SelfCare #Motivation @iReadBookTours @DrJudyHoA book blog tour from iRead Book Tours. Thank you to the author, publisher, & Lauren at iRead for providing me with the information for this tour.
12 Things Your Partner Should Never Say To You, According to an Expert

May 6, 2024 | rd.com | Judy Ho

What do experts wish you'd stop saying during arguments? These are the comparisons, exaggerations and generalizations you should ditch. Trust and open communication are the cornerstones of a healthy relationship, and the words we choose not only have a profound impact on our partner’s feelings and well-being but also our overall relationship satisfaction.
If you use these 4 phrases regularly, you’re more likely to form healthy relationships than most, says psychologist

Apr 16, 2024 | newsbreak.com | Judy Ho

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