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Attachment, Love, and Trauma: David Kazmierczak on Integrating EMDR With Relational Models

Videos

The conversation with David Kazmierczak, LCSW, offers a clear look into how attachment wounds shape trauma responses, and how EMDR clinicians can work more…

Updated Dec 6, 2025 – Blog

EMDR as a Transpersonal Therapy: A Cross Cultural Perspective Where East Meets West Hawaiian Retreat

On-Going Professional Trainings

Early Registration Presented by Irene Siegel, Ph.D.Co-sponsored by Green Will Conservancy April 19 – 24, 202630 EMDRIA Credits, 30 CEsOpen to All Mental Health…

Updated Oct 28, 2025 – Blog

Awakening Ancestral Memory

On-Going Professional Trainings

Early Registration Now Open Presented by Irene Siegel, Ph.D.Co-sponsored by Green Will Conservancy April 26 – May 1, 2026Open to Anyone Called To The…

Updated Oct 28, 2025 – Blog

The Impact of Foster Care on Child Development: Brain Chemistry, Stress, and Healing

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Introduction   This video explores the profound impact that foster care placement can have on a child’s mental and emotional development. With multiple placements, foster…

Updated Nov 4, 2024 – Blog

What’s Causing the Foster Care Crisis and How to Fix it?

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Transforming Foster Care: The Story of Alexis and CarePortal In this compelling video, the U.S. foster care system’s deep-rooted challenges are explored through the…

Updated Nov 4, 2024 – Blog

Emotional, First Hand Story of Going Into Foster Care

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPmAGTft4as This video shares a poignant firsthand account from a former foster child reflecting on the challenges and resilience developed while growing up in…

Updated Nov 4, 2024 – Blog

EMDR Therapy Clearly Explained from a Professional

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YouTube Video Link In this informative video, therapists Haley Moritz and Jenny Dalcore from Christian Family Care discuss Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)…

Updated Nov 4, 2024 – Blog

Will EMDR Help My Foster Kids?

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In his recent video, Nick from “Let’s Go Dad” delves into EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy, a treatment method gaining traction within…

Updated Nov 4, 2024 – Blog

AWAKENING ANCESTRAL MEMORY

On-Going Professional Trainings

Hawaiian Spiritual Retreat May 11 – 16, 2025 Presented by Irene Siegel, Ph.D.Co-sponsored by Green Will Conservancy Join us in Hawaii for a transformational…

Updated Nov 3, 2024 – Blog

Essential Books for Foster Care Professionals

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Books can be powerful tools in helping foster care professionals and social workers gain insights into the unique needs and experiences of children in…

Updated Nov 2, 2024 – Blog

Top Reads Recommended for Foster Parents

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Navigating the journey of foster parenting can be both rewarding and challenging. Having the right resources can make a significant difference. Here’s a curated…

Updated Nov 2, 2024 – Blog

Best Books to Support Children in Foster Care

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Books can play a vital role in helping children in foster care process their experiences and find comfort during uncertain times. Through relatable stories…

Updated Nov 2, 2024 – Blog

Foster Care Assessment: The Journey to Becoming Foster Parents

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Becoming Foster Carers: A Journey of Compassion and Commitment Fostering a child is a path that requires dedication, empathy, and a well-prepared support system.…

Updated Oct 28, 2024 – Blog

Top Instagram Resources for Foster Care Information: Essential Accounts to Follow

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For foster care children, parents, and social workers, Instagram is an invaluable platform for resources, support, and inspiration. Here’s a list of the top…

Updated Oct 28, 2024 – Blog

Hawaii-Based Foster Care Resources on Instagram: Organizations and Accounts to Follow

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For foster parents, children, social workers, and advocates, Hawaii has several dedicated organizations sharing resources, support systems, and advocacy tools to create a nurturing…

Updated Oct 28, 2024 – Blog

Foster Care & Money: Everything You Need to Know

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All Things Money in Foster Care: A Comprehensive Guide for Prospective Foster Parents When it comes to foster care, financial considerations are often at…

Updated Oct 28, 2024 – Blog

Top Podcasts Every Foster Family in Hawaii Should Tune Into

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Navigating the foster care system can feel challenging, but you’re not alone. Whether you’re a seasoned foster parent, just beginning your journey, or considering…

Updated Oct 28, 2024 – Blog

How to Build Trust After Experiencing Trauma

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The Foundations of Trust and Trauma-Informed Parenting: Key Takeaways from the Video In this insightful video, the speaker explores the intricate process of building…

Updated Oct 28, 2024 – Blog

Understanding Attachment Styles for Secure Relating

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Understanding Attachment Theory and Its Lifelong Impact Attachment theory explores how our earliest bonds with caregivers shape our emotional, social, and psychological well-being. Developed…

Updated Oct 28, 2024 – Blog

The First Six Years: Understanding Early Brain Development and Its Lifelong Impact

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The first six years of a child’s life, beginning even before birth, are crucial for brain development. During this period, a child’s brain is…

Updated Oct 28, 2024 – Blog

Advice From a Family Social Worker

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Unlocking Creative Confidence: Embracing Innovation and Self-Belief In our fast-paced, innovation-driven world, one essential skill often lies dormant in many of us—our creative confidence.…

Updated Oct 28, 2024 – Blog

How to Succeed as a Social Worker with Foster Parents

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YouTube Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KxLf_g-1Qho Fostering Healthy Partnerships: Key Principles for Social Workers and Caregivers Overview This video presents a guide on building effective and…

Updated Oct 28, 2024 – Blog

7 Tips to Prepare You for Foster Parenting

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7 Things We Wish We Knew Before Becoming Foster Parents Foster parenting is a journey filled with surprises, growth, and lessons you won’t find…

Updated Oct 28, 2024 – Blog

The Psychology of Secure Attachment in Childhood

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Understanding the Four S’s of Attachment and Their Role in a Child’s Development Introduction to Attachment Theory Attachment theory explains the profound and enduring…

Updated Oct 28, 2024 – Blog

Becoming a Foster Parent: Real Life Advice

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Insights into Fostering – A Family’s Journey Introduction • Brief introduction to the speakers, Jared and Kaylee, a couple with five children, including an…

Updated Oct 28, 2024 – Blog

What Happens When You Outgrow Foster Care as a Child

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Supporting Youth Transitioning Out of Foster Care: Essential Skills and Resources In this insightful video, former foster youth and professionals outline the essential skills…

Updated Oct 28, 2024 – Blog

Why the Feeling of “Belonging” Matters

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The Importance of Belonging for Youth in Foster Care: Insights from Braden Chapas Belonging is an essential human need, and for youth in foster…

Updated Oct 14, 2024 – Blog

EMDR for Addiction Treatment with Frank Capatch

On-Going Professional Trainings Videos

https://youtu.be/-ShLtB9GGis In this video, Frank Capatch LCSW a licensed clinical social worker from Hawaii Island Recovery, and The Green Will Conservancy Inc. provides an…

Updated Sep 9, 2024 – Blog

Tech Bridge

Pre-vocational training Videos

https://youtu.be/CFQnLaSp0oQ In this video, participants in a community-based program share their personal reflections and experiences around nature, connection, and resilience. The program promotes mental…

Updated Jun 24, 2024 – Blog

Teen Elder I-Pad Program

Pre-vocational training

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Updated Feb 26, 2024 – Blog

Food Insecurity Forest

Food Pantry

Local Food Banks or Non=Profits …that need Food

Updated Jan 8, 2024 – Blog

EMDR as a Transpersonal Therapy: A Cross Cultural Perspective Where East Meets West Hawaiian Retreat

On-Going Professional Trainings

EMDR as a Transpersonal Therapy: A Cross Cultural Perspective Where East Meets WestHawaiian Retreat Presented by Irene Siegel, Ph.D.Co-sponsored by Green Will Conservancy April…

Updated Jan 3, 2024 – Blog

Awakening Ancestral Memory Hawaiian Retreat

On-Going Professional Trainings

Last Chance For Early Registration DiscountAwakening Ancestral MemoryHawaiian Retreat Presented by Irene Siegel, Ph.D.Co-sponsored by Green Will Conservancy April 21 – 26, 2024 Open…

Updated Jan 3, 2024 – Blog

Treating Grief with EMDRDr. Roger Solomon, PhD. / Co-Sponsored by the Green Will Conservancy

On-Going Professional Trainings

March 13-14, 2022 in East Hawaii Contact: Frank Capatch LCSW 808-965-5349

Updated Jan 3, 2024 – Blog

Utilizing EMDR with Complex TraumaDr. Roger Solomon, PhD. / Co-Sponsored by the Green Will Conservancy

On-Going Professional Trainings

May 4-5, 2023 in East Hawaii Contact: Frank Capatch LCSW 808-965-5349

Updated Jan 3, 2024 – Blog

Treatment Of Dissociation / The use of the Fraser’s Table

Videos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8GVdM0rtAA In this video, the presenter provides an introduction to Fraser’s Table, a therapeutic technique used to help individuals with complex trauma and dissociative…

Updated Nov 15, 2023 – Blog

Comparison of CBT Behavioral Therapy REBT and EMDR Therapist Series 

Videos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zg1mKp2OZKQ In this video, the presenter offers a detailed guide on how to create a winning team using insights from leadership, team dynamics, and…

Updated Nov 15, 2023 – Blog

EMDR Consultation for Complex Trauma Review and the Integrating of Ego State and EMDR Psychotherapy

Resources for Social Workers Videos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MP23ISFToGk In this video, licensed clinical social workers engage in a peer review and cross-training session focusing on the use of EMDR (Eye Movement…

Updated Nov 15, 2023 – Blog

What is the difference between EFT and EMDR Psychotherapy?

Q&A Resources for Social Workers Videos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJF77Nhrywo In this video, the presenter discusses the differences between EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy and the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT). While…

Updated Nov 13, 2023 – Blog

How is violence addressed in EMDR family and couples therapy?

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=snckJwEA4n0 In this video, the presenter discusses how EMDR therapy approaches cases involving family violence. The speaker emphasizes that not every family, couple, or…

Updated Nov 13, 2023 – Blog

What happens in the patient in between EMDR sessions?

Q&A Videos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F1dq0rWJMQ8 In this video, the presenter explains how EMDR therapy continues to work even after a session has ended. Once the processing of memories…

Updated Nov 13, 2023 – Blog

How is communication between families and couples addressed in EMDR psychotherapy?

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RC71oO-02Y In this video, the presenter discusses how EMDR therapy is used in couples and family therapy, emphasizing the importance of communication. The therapy…

Updated Nov 13, 2023 – Blog

Are families and couples prepared to handle EMDR Psychotherapy?

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRfN6H5rliQ In this video, the presenter explains how EMDR therapy is used in couples and family therapy, focusing on the importance of communication throughout…

Updated Nov 13, 2023 – Blog

Is EMDR Psychotherapy for everyone and for every therapist?

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fXRU70fhX88 In this video, the presenter addresses whether EMDR therapy is suitable for all therapists and clients. The answer is clearly no, as EMDR…

Updated Nov 13, 2023 – Blog

Can EMDR Psychotherapy be used on a patient with no history of therapy?

Q&A Videos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_l6eD5UOPXc In this video, the presenter answers whether EMDR therapy can be effective for individuals without prior exposure to psychotherapy. The answer is yes.…

Updated Nov 13, 2023 – Blog

Can EMDR Psychotherapy be used with children, families, and couples?

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YsZGGMUwwgs In this video, the presenter discusses how EMDR therapy can be effectively applied to children, families, and couples, not just adults. Children often…

Updated Nov 13, 2023 – Blog

How does EMDR effect a disturbing memory?

Q&A Videos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQhRKoJP_XE In this video, the presenter explains dysfunctional memories and how they are processed through EMDR therapy. A dysfunctional memory is one that remains…

Updated Nov 13, 2023 – Blog

EMDR a truly cross-cultural and universally applicable psychotherapy for the 21st century

Videos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4tkJBwNXAT4 In this video, the presenter discusses the use of EMDR therapy from a multicultural and cross-cultural perspective. The video emphasizes that EMDR is…

Updated Nov 13, 2023 – Blog

Why do some people report negative experiences with EMDR Psychotherapy?

Q&A Videos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iheh8INA0b8 In this video, the presenter explores why some individuals report negative experiences with EMDR therapy and provides insights into understanding and addressing these…

Updated Nov 13, 2023 – Blog

How does EMDR Therapy help in resourcing, regulation, and resiliency?

Q&A Videos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-APo3FB-v38 In this video, the presenter delves into the resourcing, regulation, and resiliency aspects of EMDR therapy, focusing on how these elements form the…

Updated Nov 13, 2023 – Blog

How does EMDR Therapy help relationship problems and attachment?

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aHKOkfuaQUs In this video, the presenter discusses the role of EMDR therapy in healing and improving relationships, particularly focusing on attachment theory. The video…

Updated Nov 13, 2023 – Blog

What is EMDR psychotherapy and how does it work in resolving trauma?

Q&A Videos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWZxF5FHvxk In this video, the presenter provides an overview of EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), explaining its origins, the adaptive information processing…

Updated Nov 13, 2023 – Blog

Easy to Understand EDMR

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhS-QGpfVFY EMDR 8 phase cartoon. Understanding the brain, defensive system, time orientation and adaptive information processing of a traumatic memory. This can be for…

Updated Nov 13, 2023 – Blog

Keys to Soil Preparation and Nutrition

Quizzes

Check your understanding of healthy soil, preparation steps, and nutrients that help gardens thrive.

Updated Nov 9, 2023 – Quiz

The Peanut Butter and Jelly Problem

Study

Updated Nov 9, 2023 – Blog

EMDR connection PowerPoint

Study

Updated Nov 9, 2023 – Blog

Choosing food crops

Quizzes

Practice choosing food crops that fit local conditions, available space, and community food goals.

Updated Nov 9, 2023 – Quiz

Garden Activity

Quizzes

Review basic garden activities, tools, and care steps for keeping a growing space healthy.

Updated Nov 9, 2023 – Quiz

Hilo Bay Pollution

Quizzes

Test your awareness of Hilo Bay pollution concerns and everyday choices that protect local water.

Updated Nov 9, 2023 – Quiz

Puna Gardening

Quizzes

Explore Puna gardening basics, from local growing conditions to simple stewardship practices.

Updated Nov 9, 2023 – Quiz

Composting Toilets

Quizzes

Review how composting toilets work and why safe compost systems can support water and soil health.

Updated Nov 9, 2023 – Quiz

PTSD Test

Quizzes

A brief self-check to reflect on trauma-related symptoms and consider whether extra support may help.

Updated Nov 9, 2023 – Quiz

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Community Updates

Our water tank at the Friendship House, where we host all of our events and activities, was destroyed during the latest storm that hit…

Updated Dec 18, 2021 – Blog

EMDR article-participants experiences in the UK

Study

Updated Mar 22, 2017 – Blog

Developmental Trauma Disorder Diagnosis For Children And Adolescents Papers Oct 2009

Study

Developmental Trauma Disorder Diagnosis For Children And Adolescents Papers The goal of introducing the diagnosis of Developmental Trauma Disorder is to capture the reality…

Updated Sep 27, 2015 – Blog

Dissociation in Trauma: A New Definition and Comparison with Previous Formulations

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Pierre Janet’s Treatment of Post-traumatic Stress

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

The Theory of Structural Dissociation of the Personality as Model for Understanding Dissociative Psychosis

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

The Phobia and Present Anxiety EMDR Protocol

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Intro to REBT

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Adaptations to EMDR Protocol for use with Children

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

The Compulsion to Repeat the Trauma Re-enactment, Revictimization, and Masochism

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Socratic Questioning Techniques

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Common Elements Across Evidence-Based Trauma Treatment: Discovery and Implications

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Module 2–The Socratic Questioning Method

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

A meta-analysis of the contribution of eye movements in processing emotional memories

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Managing Depression Using Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

EMDR: Where did it come from? What is it? Where is it going?

Q&A Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

EMDR & Dissociation: Keeping the dissociated client anchored in the therapy room

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Facilitating Emotional Self-Regulation in Preschool Children: Efficacy of the Early HeartSmarts® Program in Promoting Social, Emotional and Cognitive Development

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Sandtray in the Schools: A Developmentally Appropriate Intervention

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

RTI for Behavior: Applying the RTI Logic to Implementing Three Tiers of Support in SWPBS and ED Eligibility and Supports

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Resource-Focused EMDR: Integration of Ego State Therapy, Alternating Bilateral Stimulation, and Art Therapy

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Students Exposed to Trauma: An Efficacy Study of CBITS

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Studies of the efficacy, implementation and sustainability of CBITS: An evidence-based mental health intervention for students exposed to trauma

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

SAMHSA’s National Center for Trauma-Informed Care (NCTIC)

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Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Creating Trauma Sensitive Schools

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

The Heart of Learning and Teaching: Compassion, Resiliency, and Academic Success

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Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

School Based Interventions for Children Who Have Experienced Trauma

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

How to Implement Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

The Early Development of the Autonomic Nervous System Provides a Neural Platform for Social Behavior: A Polyvagal Perspective

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Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Using Elements of EMDR in a School Setting to Help Children Deal with the Impact of Trauma and Negative Experiences

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Treating Covert Ego States with Energy Psychology: The Keys to Healing Trauma and Depression

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Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Proposal To Include A Developmental Trauma Disorder Diagnosis For Children And Adolescents In DSM-V

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Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Emotional Regulation: Considerations for School-Based Group Interventions

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Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Social Cognitive Theory

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Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Revealing Children’s Experiences and Emotions through Q Methodology

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Applying EMDR on children with PTSD

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Trauma-Informed Interventions | August 2008

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Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Evidence-based child and adolescent psychological interventions

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Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Metacognitive Emotion Regulation: Children’s Awareness That Changing Thoughts and Goals Can Alleviate Negative Emotions

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Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Dealing with feelings: How children negotiate the worlds of emotions and social relationships

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Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

EMDR For the co-occurring population

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Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

The Role of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy in Medicine: Addressing the Psychological and Physical Symptoms Stemming from Adverse Life Experiences

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Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

The Relation Between Disinhibition and Emotion Regulation in Boys With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

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Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Fraser

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Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

How to use Frasers table

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Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Dissociation of the Personality in Complex Trauma-Related Disorders and EMDR: Theoretical Considerations

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Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Correlates of EMDR Therapy in Functional and Structural Neuroimaging: A Critical Summary of Recent Findings

Study

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Toward a Psychobiology of Posttraumatic Self-Dysregulation

Study

Reexperiencing, Hyperarousal, Dissociation, and Emotional Numbing

Updated May 29, 2015 – Blog

Keys to Soil Preparation and Nutrition

Conservation Food Pantry

To create a successful garden we must consider several important points. Of course selecting an appropriate location based on the plants we intend to…

Updated Apr 29, 2015 – Blog

Puna Gardening

Conservation

Updated Apr 29, 2015 – Blog

Garden Activities

Conservation

A short presentation about Garden Activities.

Updated Apr 29, 2015 – Blog

Hilo Bay Pollution

Conservation

A short presentation about Hilo Bay Pollution. Retake the quiz, see if you improve.

Updated Apr 29, 2015 – Blog

Choosing Food Crops

Conservation Food Pantry

A short slide about Choosing food crops.

Updated Apr 26, 2015 – Blog

Composting Toilets

Conservation

Updated Apr 25, 2015 – Blog