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THE SILENT SECRET: Practicing Mindful Meditation
Many people talk about mediation these days, like it’s some kind of fad, but it’s been around for thousands of years. It’s a useful tool...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 24, 20233 min read


COPING WITH P.T.S.D.: Understanding Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health disorder that can occur after someone experiences (or witnesses) a traumatic...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 22, 20232 min read


The Saving Power of the Holy Spirit
Without the Holy Spirit of God, and the conviction He provides man through the Word of God, conversion is unlikely. Consider the story...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 22, 20233 min read


NO EMPATHY, NO REALITY: Specific Personality Disorders
Personality disorders are a type of mental disorder characterized by a rigid and unhealthy pattern of thinking, feeling, and behaving...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 21, 20233 min read


COMMON DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES: ADHD, Autism & Similar Disorders
Neurodevelopmental disorders are a group of conditions that typically manifest in early childhood and are characterized by developmental...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 20, 20232 min read


LIVING A DOUBLE LIFE: Multiple Personality Disorders
Dissociative disorders are a group of mental health conditions that involve a disruption or dissociation of a person's normal...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 20, 20232 min read


OVERCOMING EATING DISORDERS: Bulimarexia, Hypheragia & Treatment
Eating disorders are a group of mental health conditions characterized by a persistent disturbance in eating or eating-related behavior,...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 20, 20232 min read


TRAINING YOUR MIND: The Practice of Mindfulness
In previous blogs I have emphasized the need for meditation. A large component of meditation is mindfulness. But you can also be mindful...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 19, 20233 min read


OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER: When Everyday Is A Struggle
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health disorder characterized by a pattern of uncontrollable, recurring thoughts...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 18, 20232 min read


TOXIC & DANGEROUS SITUATIONS: Narcissism, Psychotic & Personality Disorders
Psychotic disorders are a group of mental illnesses that are characterized by a loss of contact with reality. These disorders are mainly...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 17, 20232 min read


HEALING FROM ADDICTION: Substance Abuse Disorders
Substance abuse disorders, also known as substance use disorders, are a type of mental health disorder. They are characterized by the...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 17, 20232 min read


THE TOP 10 MOST COMMON MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS
There are many different types of mental health disorders. Their prevalence varies depending on the population studied, stressors and...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 16, 20233 min read


Unity in the Spirit
In the Fall of 2015, after a series of tests, it was determined that I needed gall bladder surgery. I have had many surgeries and...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 15, 20232 min read


RECOGNIZING BIPOLAR DISORDER: Managing Mood Swings
Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is a mental health condition that is characterized by extreme shifts in mood,...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 15, 20233 min read


THE ANXIETY MONSTER: Naming the Demon
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. According to the dictionary, anxiety is a feeling...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 13, 20234 min read


THE SILENT KILLER: The Warning Signs of Depression
Depression is a common mental health disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. In fact, according to the World Health...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 12, 20232 min read


THE SELF-HARM PANDEMIC: Common Risk Factors for Teens
Suicide is a serious public health concern, and unfortunately, teenagers are not immune to this issue. Recently I read a poll that said...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 11, 20233 min read


COMMON TEEN STRESSORS: How To Diagnose & Manage Anxiety
Our teens are at an increased risk of anxiety and depression. Teenagers experience high levels of stress for a variety of reasons. Many...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 9, 20232 min read


Resisting The Holy Spirit
The Bible really has a lot to say about the Holy Spirit. I hope you’ve picked up on that in our blogs this year. Previously we’ve talked...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 8, 20233 min read


IGNORING THE OBVIOUS: Teens, Social Media & Mental Health
It's not a popular opinion, but it has to be said... "Social media is corrupting our kids." There. I said it. And I mean it. We may not...

Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 2, 20234 min read
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