This activity developed by Sarah Lane and Josie Bannon in “I’ve Got to Be Perfect” is a great way to challenge yourself to relax and let go of the need…
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Perfectionism means to constantly strive to maintain a standard of perfection i.e., absence of any flaws, mistakes, or defects. Labeling someone as a “perfectionist” can often have negative connotations associated…
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The world of athletics is its own culture. In this culture, perfectionism is deemed a positive attribute to have. These types of athletes are highly motivated, always want to be…
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Students may experience extreme pressure and stress due to the desire to perform well in school and/or with their extracurricular activities. Having high expectations for themselves can be advantageous as…
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Behavioral Modification (b-mod) is a common intervention utilized to treat a range of behavioral issues exhibited by children in home and school settings, as well as to shape maladaptive behaviors…
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A big misunderstanding about family behavior plans is that they are punishments for kids. Some kids also worry that family behavior plans mean giving their parents all control or rule…
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We have all been faced with the need to change a behavior. Usually, this desire comes from our own internal motivation and we put in place a plan to help…
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Overall, reinforcement, both positive and negative, is used to increase a behavior. Positive reinforcement involves adding something that is desired or rewarding that increases the likelihood that the behavior will…
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My boys just turned 1 last month. As I reminisce over the past year, I'm reminded of the challenges of the initial days, weeks, even months after my loves were…
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Pregnancy is an exciting time for parents, however it can also be a stressful one. With the birth mother carrying the load (literally) in the form of the actual baby,…
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