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What would a psychologist say? There’s an easy way to find out: just ask! Get feedback directly from a Clinical Psychologist on issues ranging from relationships to depression and anxiety, trauma, and a whole bunch more. Please note that replies are provided for informational and educational purposes only.

Rude Smoking in a Social Situation

By Dr Joseph M Carver, PhD

Q: I would like some insight on a particular situation. My father, 83, has two neighbours, Bob and Sheila. Anne is in her 60s. All are non-smokers. My father often visits them for drinks and at Christmas and New Year meals. Sometimes Joyce, Sheila’s mother, joins these meals. Once or twice, Joyce has been known [...]

Uncontrollable Crying

By Dr Joseph M Carver, PhD
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Q: I am a 51-year-old man with an embarrassing problem. I cry very easily. If a sad song comes on the radio I often break into tears. My parents live 3 hours drive from me. They are in great health, but as I leave them after a visit I cry uncontrollably. I even begin to [...]

I Was Very Verbally Abusive and My Wife Left

By Dr Joseph M Carver, PhD

Q: I have been married for 9 years. My wife was right out of high school. We have 4 kids, a house and two dogs. During this time she went through 4 years of school, now she has been working there for 2 years. I was very verbally abusive, and she walked out 3 month [...]

Caring for a Friend with DID

By Dr Joseph M Carver, PhD

Q: My friend was recently diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). It was actually because of some odd behavior when she and I were on a trip for our high school debate team that she finally was diagnosed. Well her mom has asked me to come stay over with her a few days whilst her [...]

Relationship in Crisis…What Can I Do?

By Dr Joseph M Carver, PhD

Q: Hello, I need some advice on what to do right now. My boyfriend and I have been together for about a year and half. We have pretty much lived together since before we were even official. I love him with all my heart and he loves me the same and I don’t doubt that [...]

Haunted by Emotional Memories of an Abusive Father

By Dr Joseph M Carver, PhD

Q: I am 34 years old. When I was 4 my half brother and half sister moved out…and never came back for years. They left me alone with him. He was the reason they left. So I was raised pretty much an only child. My mom worked 3rd shift as a nurse. She left before [...]

Marital Fighting While Living with Mother

By Dr Joseph M Carver, PhD

Q: My husband, my son and I are currently living with my mother! We are about to move into our own place, but frankly I’m worried. The thing is that my husband and I fight constantly. We fight so much that I’m really starting to question my love for him. I strongly believe that my [...]

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