John A. Lundin, PsyD
Clinical Psychologist
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Co-authored Articles (5)
How to
Be Human
This article will walk you through the process of living as a human, from the basic necessities of life to the abstract reaches of human aspiration. This article uses the Hierarchy of Needs (conceived by Abraham Maslow, ...
How to
Speak Supportively to Someone with Depression
Depression is a serious mental health issue. If someone you love is depressed, you probably want to help. People with depression are often hesitant to open up, so gently encourage the person to talk. Let them know you're...
How to
Cope With Grief
Grief can be caused by a variety of factors, from the loss of a loved one or a pet to the loss or failure of a cherished dream. Anyone can agree that coping with grief is a difficult and complicated process and that ther...
How to
Tell Your Parents that You're Depressed
Talking to your parents about your depression can bring on a lot of pressure. You might worry that they won’t take you seriously, or you might be afraid of being stigmatized. But, you can break the news to your parents...
How to
Deal With Being Rejected by Your Parent
There’s no argument: rejection hurts. The pain felt after being rejected by a person who is naturally supposed to accept you, however, is an altogether different pain. When a parent rejects you, you may feel insecure a...
