Karen Kerschmann LCSW Psychotherapist
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Self Help, quizzes and interesting articles:

http://psychologytoday.com

Recommended Books:

Positive Discipline for Teenagers
by Jane Ed.D. Nelsen and Lynn Lott

The Disease to Please: Curing the People-Pleasing Syndrome
by Dr. Harriet Braiker

The Art of Happiness: A Handbook for Living
by The Dalai Lama

The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work
by John Gottman

"Studies demonstrate that if you engage in helping activities as a teen you will still be reaping the health benefits 60 or 70 years later. And no matter when you adopt a giving lifestyle your well-being will improve...generous behavior is closely associated with with reduced risk of illness and mortality and lower rates of depression...giving is linked to traits that undergird a successful life , such as social competence, empathy, and positive emotion"
- Post and Newark, Why Good Things Happen to Good People

Links

Clearinghouse of many projects in San Diego, including the 'Flexible Volunteering' Program
www.volunteersandiego.org

San Diego Humane Society
www.sdhumane.org

Voices for Children is a program designed to help adults advocate for foster children in San Diego County Courts
www.voices4children.com

 

You're happiest while you're
making the greatest contribution.
- Robert F. Kennedy