Suzanne Degges-White

Nov 1, 2023 | choosingtherapy.com | Suzanne Degges-White

Written by: Suzanne Degges-White, PhD, LCPC, LPC, LMHC, NCC Reviewed by: Heidi Moawad, MD Published: November 1, 2023 Depression is a leading cause of compromised well-being, with over 18% of adults having been diagnosed with it,1 and individuals diagnosed with depression need to maximize their well-being by choosing well-suited jobs that allow them to thrive. Good choices include jobs with low stress, few unexpected interruptions, and a distraction-free environment.

Oct 9, 2023 | choosingtherapy.com | Suzanne Degges-White

Written by: Suzanne Degges-White, PhD, LCPC, LPC, LMHC, NCC Reviewed by: Heidi Moawad, MD Published: October 10, 2023 Occasional constipation is not rare, and 14% of the world’s population experiences chronic constipation symptoms that affect their daily lives.1 Many people may say they have a “nervous stomach,” usually meaning upsetting events upset their stomachs, and researchers have found a definitive link between stress and increased incidence of constipation.2 Even people who drink...

Sep 28, 2023 | choosingtherapy.com | Suzanne Degges-White

Written by: Suzanne Degges-White, PhD, LCPC, LPC, LMHC, NCC Reviewed by: Kristen Fuller, MD Published: September 28, 2023 The internet has greatly increased the accessibility of pornography, and this has likely led to a significant increase in the prevalence of its use.1 The increased availability and viewing of porn has raised new concerns about the potential negative effects of porn on individuals and their relationships.

Sep 18, 2023 | choosingtherapy.com | Suzanne Degges-White

The aromantic spectrum refers to a romantic orientation that describes individuals who experience little to no romantic attraction to others. Aromantic individuals may or may not experience sexual attraction and are not exclusively asexual. Aromantic people do not desire romantic relationships and may engage in other forms of intimate relationships, including deep friendships, dating, and marriage. Therapy is a safe place to explore your sexuality.

Aug 10, 2023 | onlinelibrary.wiley.com | Suzanne Degges-White |Kari M. Mika-Lude |Dana Isawi

THE ROLE OF DEHUMANIZATION Dehumanization is the denial of some aspect of humanity (Haslam et al., 2008), and it can imply less than human (i.e., animalistic), inhuman (i.e., mechanistic), or more than human (i.e., deistic). Elements consistent with each of these can be found embedded in both public stereotypes about first responders as well as within first responder culture.