The Intelligent Divorce

Addiction

When Addiction Hits the Family

Mark Banschick M.D. on May 5, 2014

When a serious addiction problem hits home, it's time to mobilize. Here is what you can do.

When a serious addiction problem hits home, it's time to mobilize. Here is what you can do.

Many of us are hooked on the popular Home Improvement Network, HGTV. But who knew there were similar ties between these programs and therapy. Guest blogger, Heather Edwards tells us how.

The Game of Thrones series gives us a world of easy sex & deadly power trips. But is it possible to find love in the midst of the morally challenged society of Westeros? What, if anything, is George Martin telling us about our world, today?

Three questions: What makes someone sexy and exciting? Why does great sex often lead to pain. And, how might you have more healthy great sex? Let's start a conversation.

Divorce

Your Limitless Self

Mark Banschick M.D. on April 10, 2014

We deal with limitations everyday. Can we transcend the world as it is? I believe we can.

We deal with limitations everyday. Can we transcend the world as it is? I believe we can.

Sex

Relationship Blues? (Hint: Stop Criticizing)

Mark Banschick M.D. on April 4, 2014

Does your partner second guess you too much? Do you criticize without even thinking? Learn from couples who have found a way to do it differently.

Does your partner second guess you too much? Do you criticize without even thinking? Learn from couples who have found a way to do it differently.

Do you have too much stuff? We cling to things for many reasons, and it can be overwhelming. Guest blogger Marcia Sloman tells us where to start.

Why do people need to get off airplanes in such a hurry? There are many reasons and the fear of flying is only one of them.

Is porn a harmless distraction or a destructive addiction?

Media

How Media Can Exploit People

Mark Banschick M.D. on February 18, 2014

When does a reporter cross the line from doing his job to exploiting his interviewee?

When does a reporter cross the line from doing his job to exploiting his interviewee?

Elite athletes are inspiring. But, what's the next chapter? Many do well, but the bio-psychology of success can backfire. Here's what you can do for your own children.

Relationships

The Fire of Love

Mark Banschick M.D. on February 12, 2014

Keep love burning. Like a fire, it can burn out. And, when stoked correctly, boy can it be great.

Keep love burning. Like a fire, it can burn out. And, when stoked correctly, boy can it be great.

Bad things happen to good people, and sometimes those people are children. How do you begin to help a youngster suffering loss? Here are some guidelines for a problem with no easy fix.

To quote Nietzsche, "The visionary lies to himself, the liar only to others." Politicians are not saints, and some can be narcissistic because grandiosity and entitlement are contagious. They may inspire or annoy us, but politicians can make big errors in judgement; and we all lose. Here's how we can do better.

Does someone you love appear to be lying to you? Is it hurting your relationship? Small lies can turn to big ones. Here's how—and what you can do about it.

Can you have a great childhood, and yet have a rocky love life? What are the reasons why people become needy? Let's unpack this problem and look at some ways out.

Everyone has lied at some point in their life. In fact, it's an important part of early child development. Yet most of us give it up. Do you know someone who lies too easily? Here's an insight into what may have gone wrong.

Motivation

Break Bad Habits

Mark Banschick M.D. on December 31, 2013

Habits die hard. And, without help they often stay on...forever. Smoking, overeating, overspending...you name it. Here's six good ways to start anew. You can do it!

Habits die hard. And, without help they often stay on...forever. Smoking, overeating, overspending...you name it. Here's six good ways to start anew. You can do it!

Sex is wonderful. And, sex can be dangerous. Learn more about the sex therapy field and consider what's working (or not working) for you.

Do you find yourself in a rut? Check out five basic tips for success.