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The Negative Consequences of Sexualization: One Woman’s Story and What You Can Learn From It

Licensed professional counselor Rob Jackson interviewed a woman who is recovering from addiction to pornography.

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Help for Women Addicted to Sex: 7 Key Topics

Do you have information and help for women who struggle with sex addiction? 

Should Christians Get Prenuptial Agreements?

I’m engaged, and my fiancé wants a prenup.

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Sexual Assault and Rape: Help for Teens

Ways to help teens understand or heal from sexual assault and rape.

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Just Annoying, or Truly Unsafe? How to Navigate Get-Togethers With Difficult Family

How do I decide whether to attend a family event? I didn’t come from a healthy family of origin, and I don’t always feel safe around my relatives. But I feel pressure to be at every get-together.

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Mindfulness: A Christian Approach

What is mindfulness?

IVF: Moral and Ethical Considerations

What’s your opinion of in vitro fertilization (IVF)?

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Do Parents Matter? Nature vs. Nurture

Do I really have any influence over how my kids turn out?

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What the Bible Says About the Beginning of Life

The Bible is far from silent on the topic of the sanctity of human life, especially preborn life in the womb.

Drug & Addiction Resources

The following is an alphabetized, non-exhaustive list of agencies, organizations and other programs where you can find more information about drug abuse, opioids, and where to find help. American Addiction Centers: This group offers specialized help for first responders battling substance abuse. Brigid’s Path: An Ohio facility caring for babies born with opioid-related issues. Celebrate …

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Spiritual Warfare: Winning the Battle

Could the psychological and emotional struggles I’m going through be an attack from Satan and his demons?

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Schizophrenia: An Overview

What are the symptoms of schizophrenia? My teenage daughter’s behavior has become strangely erratic. I’m scared because schizophrenia runs in my family. Is it possible I’m doing something to make the situation worse?

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Bipolar Disorder: An Overview

What is bipolar disorder?

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Anxiety Disorders: An Overview

I’m a worrier, and the problem is getting worse. I’ve heard people talk about “anxiety disorders,” but I don’t know what that means. How can I tell if my worry is normal or if I have an anxiety disorder? And what should I do?

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Depression: An Overview

What does depression look like? My husband has been unusually withdrawn and seems emotionally “low.” His sadness has become a regular part of life in our household, and I’m concerned. What can I do?

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Spouse Is Caught up in Opioid Epidemic

Is there anything I can do to address my spouse’s addiction to opioids? Our entire family is concerned about his obvious dependence, but he denies there’s a problem. His substance abuse is taking a horrible toll on our marriage and every other relationship in the house. How should I handle this?

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Helping Kids Avoid Opioid Addiction

How can I make sure my kids don’t get caught up in the opioid epidemic? I’ve been reading about it, and I’m worried. These particular drugs – especially the prescription varieties – seem to be widely available and easily accessible, even on public school campuses. What I really need to know is why teens and …

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Adult Child Is Caught up in Opioid Epidemic

How should I talk to my grown son about his addiction to opioid drugs? It’s obvious to all of us who care about him that he’s developed a serious problem, but he’s completely unwilling to admit it – either that, or he doesn’t realize how far gone he really is. His substance abuse has impacted …

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Helping a Spouse Become More Financially Responsible

How can I encourage my wife to be more thoughtful about money? Our family has really struggled recently. I was laid off from my job two years ago and have finally found full-time employment. My wife worked a couple of part-time jobs, but we still have a lot of bills to pay. And no matter …

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Wife No Longer Attracted to Overweight Husband

How do I deal with the reality of having lost all physical attraction for my severely overweight husband?