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41. Judging by Appearances

Fifty years ago, famous novelist Ralph Ellison wrote about being black: "I am ...invisible...simply because people refuse to see me....When they approach me, they see only my surroundings, themselves, ...

Created on 30 April 2001

42. From Ecstacy to Agony

It's Friday night. Your 19-year- old college student has been invited to a "rave" (a large, all-night dance party). Friends tell her it's the hot new thing. Curious, she accepts. As she walks into ...

Created on 31 January 2001

43. A Simpler Christmas

My children aren't supposed to know there is an oversized American Girl Place shopping bag stuffed with presents stashed away in my bedroom closet. I have a mountain of bargain finds, admired goodies and ...

Created on 30 November 2000

44. Easing the Pain of Blended Families

Blending families when divorced or widowed parents remarry can be a challenge. Here are some steps to take to help the process go smoothly. Stepmom. What word pictures come to mind when you hear that word? ...

Created on 30 November 2000

45. After an Affair

As Christians who are not in the public eye, most of us will be spared the drama President Clinton experienced as a result of his relationship with Monica Lewinsky. However, a number of us may have ...

Created on 31 October 2000

46. Dr. Linda on Dr. Laura

Dr. Laura, the well-known radio talk-show host who ends her daily program by saying, "Now go take on the day," may have to change her directive to "Go take on the gay"--gay activists, that is! Dr. ...

Created on 30 September 2000

47. Video Violence

Exposure to violent video games can increase aggressive behavior. Remember the first video games that came out about 25 years ago--Pong and Pac Man? They seemed harmless enough. How much aggression ...

Created on 31 August 2000

48. Avoiding Substance Abuse

The best protection against addiction is filling yourself full of the Word of God. The current statistics for substance abuse in our country are staggering. An estimated 13.6 million Americans are users ...

Created on 30 June 2000

49. Power Over Drug Abuse

Subtance abuse occurs because people want to feel powerful in relationships. As a therapist, I'm fascinated by TV shows that chronicle the lives of famous people. I learn a lot by watching their journeys ...

Created on 31 May 2000

50. What to Do If Your Child Says He's Gay

... e. Rather than alienating them, choose to be part of their healing. Linda S. Mintle, PH.D., is a licensed clinical social worker based in Chicago. She welcomes your questions about relationships, emotiona ...

Created on 31 March 2000