His simple question “Are You Dating a Loser?” has struck such a chord with readers that Dr Carver’s discussion thread has become one of our busiest ever on CounsellingResource.com. With 80 individual comments originally posted, we’re now opening up a second thread where Dr Carver can field questions and comments on this popular article.
Our capacity for rational behaviour may stem from an ability to override automatic emotional responses, according to researchers at the University College London Institute of Neurology. The research is the latest in a long series of results from different fields that turn upside down traditional theories about human beings as basically rational creatures.
How do you feel about football? As World Cup fever sweeps the country, an in-depth survey by the Mental Health Foundation highlights how men feel about football and shows surprising attitudes toward the game. The charity says the survey dispels outdated stereotypes of men and their emotions.
If we only have a dollar in our pocket, then most of our decisions become financial decisions. If our partner is an abuser or controller, then the majority of our decisions are based on our perception of the abuser’s potential reaction. This is just one aspect of Stockholm Syndrome, as described by our guest contributor, clinical psychologist Dr. Joseph M. Carver.
Is it always your fault? Have you experienced the mean and sweet cycle? Are you walking on eggshells? Does your partner pass the waitress test? These are among the topics touched on by clinical psychologist Dr Joseph M Carver, PhD, in a guest contribution on dating ‘losers’. Dr Carver will be available to answer relationship questions or comments you’d like to post at the end of this article.
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