This article was co-authored by Catherine Boswell, PhD and by How.com.vn staff writer, Christopher M. Osborne, PhD. Dr. Catherine Boswell is a Licensed Psychologist and a Co-Founder of Psynergy Psychological Associates, a private therapy practice based in Houston, Texas. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Boswell specializes in treating individuals, groups, couples, and families struggling with trauma, relationships, grief, and chronic pain. She holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Houston. Dr. Bowell has taught courses to Master’s level students at the University of Houston. She is also an author, speaker, and coach.
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“I hit my boyfriend…again. Now what?” Intimate partner violence (IPV) is always wrong, and you’ve taken an important first step by admitting you have a problem. The next step—stopping your violence—requires a dedication to change and a willingness to accept help, but these are things you absolutely can do. Read this article for help in achieving your goal of never hitting your boyfriend again.
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- QuestionHow can I make amends for my mistake?Catherine Boswell, PhDDr. Catherine Boswell is a Licensed Psychologist and a Co-Founder of Psynergy Psychological Associates, a private therapy practice based in Houston, Texas. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Boswell specializes in treating individuals, groups, couples, and families struggling with trauma, relationships, grief, and chronic pain. She holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Houston. Dr. Bowell has taught courses to Master’s level students at the University of Houston. She is also an author, speaker, and coach.
Licensed PsychologistIt is essential to forgive yourself. Be accountable for your mistake and learn from it. - QuestionWhat is the meaning of rage?Catherine Boswell, PhDDr. Catherine Boswell is a Licensed Psychologist and a Co-Founder of Psynergy Psychological Associates, a private therapy practice based in Houston, Texas. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Boswell specializes in treating individuals, groups, couples, and families struggling with trauma, relationships, grief, and chronic pain. She holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Houston. Dr. Bowell has taught courses to Master’s level students at the University of Houston. She is also an author, speaker, and coach.
Licensed PsychologistA rage is an intense form of anger. At times it is a significant and protective behavior. But mostly, it is more harmful than helpful.
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- ↑ Catherine Boswell, PhD. Licensed Psychologist. Expert Interview. 29 December 2020.
- ↑ https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2010/apr/17/i-used-to-hit-my-husband
- ↑ Catherine Boswell, PhD. Licensed Psychologist. Expert Interview. 29 December 2020.
- ↑ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2975361/
- ↑ Catherine Boswell, PhD. Licensed Psychologist. Expert Interview. 29 December 2020.
- ↑ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2975361/
- ↑ https://www.apa.org/topics/anger/control
- ↑ https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/soloish/wp/2018/10/25/i-verbally-abused-my-husband-heres-how-i-stopped/
- ↑ https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2010/apr/17/i-used-to-hit-my-husband
- ↑ https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/soloish/wp/2018/10/25/i-verbally-abused-my-husband-heres-how-i-stopped/
- ↑ https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2010/apr/17/i-used-to-hit-my-husband
- ↑ https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/pdf/ipv-technicalpackages.pdf
- ↑ https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2010/apr/17/i-used-to-hit-my-husband
- ↑ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2975361/
- ↑ https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/pdf/ipv-technicalpackages.pdf
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