How a Trauma-Informed Psychological Evaluation Is Completed
This is the third in a series of articles regarding Trauma-Informed Psychological Evaluations. Part 1 here | Part 2 hereby Dr. Julianne LudlamTests and measures used in trauma-informed evaluationsThe range of possible posttraumatic outcomes requires both broad and specific measures. Briere and Spinazzola (2005) recommend at least two broadband screening measures, such as the MMPI-2 and […]
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Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder?
We all have that one friend who will re-fold laundry that wasn’t folded “perfectly,” or who will obsess over a crooked painting on the wall with the excuse of, “sorry, it’s my OCD!” While crooked photos and wrinkled sheets are annoying, the realities of Obsessive- Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD) stretch past organizational quirks and can […]
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It Is Not Always About PTSD
This is the second in a series of articles regarding Trauma-Informed Psychological Evaluations. Part 1 hereby Dr. Julianne LudlamAlthough disorders like PTSD are considered synonymous with trauma, a history of trauma can lead to a variety of other psychological disorders and physical problems – issues that are not always considered unless a careful assessment is […]
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Oprah 2020 Vision Tour Review: Part 1
By Dr. Whitney WallThe arena was completely packed with women (and a sprinkling of men) hoping to be inspired to live their best lives in 2020. A full day workshop (9am – 4pm) led by Oprah Winfrey herself – I couldn’t wait! My husband was skeptical and tried to prepare me for disappointment saying that […]
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Tough Conversation Coming Up? Ten Tips For Providing Constructive Feedback
Written by Dr. Katrina Kuzyszyn-JonesWhen providing feedback to a loved one or someone at work, we usually provide feedback with the hope that raising awareness will lead to an improvement in the other person’s behavior. It’s important to consider what your current relationship is like; are you the best person to provide this feedback? Do […]
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IQ or EQ: Which Measurement Is The Best Predictor For Success?
By Lisa J. Foss, MA, LPCAAre you worried about your child’s future success? If so, this article is for you!An individual’s intelligence quotient (IQ) is determined by completing standardized testing that assesses an individual’s mental abilities using measurements of skills from verbal to spatial abilities and comparing scores to others of similar age. However, IQ […]
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What Is Narcissistic Personality Disorder?
In the age of social media, constant validation through likes, subscribers, and selfies has added a new term to the vocabulary of modern society: narcissistic. While the Greek god Narcissus is well known for glancing one too many times in the mirror, and those who are obsessive over their exterior appearance often coin the term […]
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What Is Borderline Personality Disorder?
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is an extremely difficult disorder to deal with, both for the person who has it, and, for family and friends. BPD is characterized by severe mood swings that can lead to impulsivity, low self-esteem, unstable relationships, and extreme reactions to stressors, such as psychotic episodes, severe depression, or self-harm. People affected with […]
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Trauma-Informed Psychological Evaluations
This is the first in a series of articles on this topic by Dr. Julianne LudlamDo you have clients who you believe are struggling with traumatic backgrounds? Do you wonder if your clients’ past stressful experiences affect their present behaviors, whether or not they have psychiatric diagnoses or see their own pasts as relevant? If […]
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Books That Matter To Us
In this post, each of us will share some books that have been helpful to us and some books that we would recommend. We hope you find it interesting and insightful. Please contact us with any questions or feedback. Thanks! – Julianne Ludlam, Ph.D. – Lisa Foss, MA – Kaytie Mero, MA – Whitney Wall, Ph.D – Katrina Kuzyszyn-Jones, Phy.D. […]
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