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What is emotional abuse? According to the United Stated Department of Justice, emotional abuse is defined as, “Undermining an individual’s sense of self-worth and/or self-esteem. This may include, but is not limited to constant criticism, diminishing one’s abilities, name-calling, or damaging one’s relationship with his or her children.” Being a victim of emotional or verbal …

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We all worry. Sometimes it’s good to worry because it helps us to problem solve or avoid trouble in the first place. But when does worrying become unhealthy?  It’s a good question because according to leading experts 19 million Americans are “chronic worriers”.   Dr. Borkovec who developed the Penn State Worry Questionnaire defines unhealthy …

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