by Gina Simmons, Ph.D. Victims of child sexual abuse often develop problem anger as a defensive reaction to a profound violation of safety and trust.  These children need our love, support and acceptance as they try to recover from the abuse.  As we learn more about the Penn State child rape scandal, my thoughts and [...]

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by Gina Simmons, Ph.D. Move it! Move it! One major cause of irritability is inactivity. The average American spends more than 4 hours a day watching television, or 28 hours per week. If you keep this up until you’re 65 years old, you will have spent 9 years watching television. Experts calculate that it takes [...]

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