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.
Q: I am desperate for help. My husband and I have been together for 24 years. Not to make excuses for my behaviour, but I have had 4 affairs in our marriage, the latest one a year ago and I believe because my of husband’s withdrawal of affection, because of his depression. If that makes [...]
Q: I have been reading the articles “Are you Dating a Loser” and the Stockholm Syndrome. I can identify some of these behaviours and patterns in my current relationship. We have been together for 6 years and have a four-year-old son. About 3 weeks ago I confessed that I was attracted to another man and [...]
Q: Some time ago I was diagnosed with Paranoid Personality Disorder (the primary characteristic being a psychotic sense of thought projection). I’ve had thoughts of a certain person poisoning the food, etc. (because I feel I perceive their true motive). On occasion, I’ve felt as Jim Carrey would on ‘The Truman Show’ — that my [...]
Q: My son has this irritating issue with bras and underwear. He is 15 and has an absolute fit if he has to touch bras or underwear even to help fold clothes. It drives me crazy. Can you provide me with some insight into this issue? Can you tell me what would cause such an [...]
Q: If I feel my 13-year-old daughter may have been sexually abused by her father, can I have her hyptnotised to prove it, and does he need to agree to it since he is legally supposed to agree to all medical decisions concerning her? A: A 13-year-old girl can identify and report sexual abuse without [...]
Q: I have been in a serious, committed, and loving relationship for more than a year. My boyfriend and I love each other very much, and I’m the happiest I’ve ever been. However, there is a problem. I am aware that in the past, my boyfriend has done something he’s not very proud of. He [...]
Q: Lately (the past few days) things have seemed like it’s all just a dream, even though I KNOW that it’s not…well…I kinda don’t anymore, I’m so confused, but anyway… I tried seeing what people thought on a forum and told them about it, but I have yet to get a response that will help [...]
