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by Dr. Ana Nogales
Dr. Ana Nogales is a clinical psychologist and well-known media personality, columnist, speaker, and advocate for victims of domestic violence. See full bio

Family Secrets

December 7, 2009

Merry or Melancholy?

The holidays can usher in an emotional tug of war-between happy childhood memories and not-so-happy adult tensions. For many, the disconnect between how the holidays felt then and how they feel now can lead to cynicism and even depression. Perhaps when you were a child, your family's festive celebrations, special meals and treats, and brightly wrapped packages made you believe in the magic of the season. Read More

November 4, 2009

The Thanksgiving Challenge

As we approach the Thanksgiving season, a time when families are called upon to embody a Norman Rockwell sense of togetherness and gratitude, some may feel pressured to become a family they’re not. Read More

October 1, 2009

Do Children Learn to Adapt to a Parent’s Betrayal?


When a married parent secretly chooses to become sexually involved with another partner for whatever personal reason-a sense of adventure, a physical or emotional yearning, an antidote to unhappiness with one's spouse or oneself-chances are that he or she has not considered how their children will be affected. Read More

August 31, 2009

Can You Really Keep a Family Secret?

The Sanford and Edwards infidelity stories bring up a more general issue that touches countless lives: family secrets. Read More

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Books by Dr Ana Nogales

Image of Parents Who Cheat: How Children and Adults Are Affected When Their Parents Are Unfaithful
Parents Who Cheat: How Children and Adults Are Affected When Their Parents Are Unfaithful
Image of Dr. Ana Nogales' Book of Love, Sex and Relationships
Dr. Ana Nogales' Book of Love, Sex and Relationships
Image of Amor, Intimidad y Sexo: Una Guia Para La Pareja Latina
Amor, Intimidad y Sexo: Una Guia Para La Pareja Latina
Image of Latina Power! Using 7 Strengths You Already Have to Create the Success You Deserve
Latina Power! Using 7 Strengths You Already Have to Create the Success You Deserve
Image of ¡Latina es poder! (Latina Power): Descubre las 7 fortalezas que tienes para triunfar (Using 7 Strengths You Already Have to Create the Success You Deserve) (Spanish Edition)
¡Latina es poder! (Latina Power): Descubre las 7 fortalezas que tienes para triunfar (Using 7 Strengths You Already Have to Create the Success You Deserve) (Spanish Edition)

Relationships Basics

Love is the most profound emotion known to human beings. For most people, romantic relationships are the most meaningful element in their lives. But the ability to have a healthy, loving relationship is not innate. Almost all of us have experienced a failed relationship, and most of us have to work consciously to master the skills necessary to make them flourish.

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