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Intimacy Measured by Social Networking “Relationship Status”

On March 15, 2012 By

In the age of social networking, many don’t consider relationships real until Facebook tells them so. Known as ‘Facebook official’ by young adults and teens, the term can be an intense negotiation for any new couple. To some, the significance of “Facebook official” may be silly. Conversely, it’s not so different than past relationship markers [...]

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March is National Professional Social Work Month

On March 13, 2012 By

March is National Professional Social Work Month. On March 1, 2012 the National Association of Social Work (NASW) introduced this year’s theme “Social Work Matters” to showcase the impact of more than 642,000 professional social workers in America. According to NASW Executive Director Elizabeth J. Clark, PhD, ACSW, MPH,  “Social workers weave together the threads [...]

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Birmingham Maple Clinic Reports That Overuse of Social Media May Contribute to Anxiety

On February 27, 2012 By

The Birmingham Maple Clinic, providers of professional mental health services in Michigan, recently reported on an article by Kathryn Gregory of the West Virginia Gazette that suggests there is a link for many between social media and the fear of “missing out”. As reported by the mental health treatment clinic in Michigan, Gregory’s article discusses [...]

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How Social Media May Be Hurting Your Feelings

On February 20, 2012 By

Kathryn Gregory of the West Virginia Gazette recently wrote an article discussing the link for many between social media and the fear of “missing out”.  In her article, Gregory discussed how the many forms of social media can cause anxiety, “As the constant need for communication is becoming the social norm, it’s increasingly difficult for [...]

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Birmingham Maple Clinic Reports on Studies Linking Oxytocin, Reduced Social Anxiety

On December 16, 2011 By

Birmingham Maple Clinic, providers of professional mental health services in Michigan for over 30 years, recently reported on the results of a study linking Oxytocin use with reduced social anxiety.  According to the Clinic’s blog, psychcentral.com recently published findings on a new study carried out by Concordia University which found that Oxytocin (a naturally occurring [...]

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How Oxytocin May Help Reduce Social Anxiety

On December 12, 2011 By

While social anxiety can become a troublesome issue for many individuals at different points throughout their lives, many who suffer from chronic social anxiety can easily become overwhelmed during this time of year as they find themselves inundated with holiday party invitations and invitations to New Year’s celebrations.  The holiday season is particularly difficult for [...]

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