What is dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)?

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a cognitive behavioral treatment that combines cognitive behavioral theory and methods with the principles and practices of Eastern meditation. Dialectical behavior therapy was developed by psychologist Marsha Linehan. Who benefits from DBT skills training? DBT may be helpful for borderline personality disorder, substance abuse, self-harm, bulimia and binge eating disorder, bipolar disorder, and depression. Dialectical […]

We all scream for ice cream

We might think of ice cream as a modern creation because it’s frozen, but ancient flavored ice cream dates back to the inventive Chinese, who began eating their version as early as 3000 B.C. It was originally snow or ice mixed with honey and maybe some berries. And once again, that adventurous explorer, Marco Polo, can take credit for bringing […]

Compare cheap car insurance

When it comes to cheap auto insurance, your options are vast, with hundreds of insurance companies trying to woo you with the best possible cheap auto insurance rates and quotes. With the increase in the number of vehicles on the road in general, the competition between insurers is as intense as it is between the manufacturers of these elegant beauties. […]

The 34 principles of an extraordinary home

Planning to remodel or build soon? Do you want to have an Extraordinary Home? One that goes way beyond the norm in your neighborhood but doesn’t it blow your budget? We started collecting over 1,000 rares, affordable convenience built in 1998, when we started writing books and consulting to help people have truly extraordinary, but affordable — houses. And by […]

Why people don’t seek mental health treatment

Due to the increase in school shootings in the United States, there is an ongoing debate about solutions. One of the most sought-after causes behind mass shootings is the mental state of the shooters themselves. Most mass shooters have a few things in common with each other. 1. Growing up in a home without a father 2. Was Taking Prescription […]