Author Archives: Dr. Dave Wenzel
Older postsWomen Rowing North
Mary Pipher’s book delves into the aging process for women. It came to my attention through a recommendation from a close friend to Hollis, sparking my interest to understand better the complexities of aging. Although primarily aimed at women, the … Continue reading
DSM 5 Resources and helpful links
Highlights of Changes from the DSM-IV-TR to the DSM 5 Notes Handout for DSM 5 Update, Word Doc Allen Frances objections on timeline (2009) Financial ties between the DSM-IV and the pharmaceutical industry Concerns about Medicalization Shedding Light on the … Continue reading
The 36 Questions That Lead to Love
The 36 Questions That Lead to Love Jan. 9, 2015 Explore Your Relationships In Mandy Len Catron’s Modern Love essay, “To Fall in Love With Anyone, Do This,” she refers to a study by the psychologist Arthur Aron (and others) … Continue reading
The Rise Marriage Seminar
The following resources are provided to assist you in your pursuit of an improved and intimate marriage relationship. Family Plan Template Spreadsheet Couple’s conversation cheat sheet Parents safe conversation sheet Planning Retreat Template To fall in love do this (great for … Continue reading
New Hope Staff Training August 17th, 2021
Surge Capacity: excellent discussion of the impact of the pandemic on mental resources Working with Difficult personalities and problems Stephen Ministry
Good Shepherd Community Church Suicide Awareness and Prevention
Suicide GSCC PDF of handout Recommended Web Resources: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: This site has several valuable sections including implementing a screening program
Talking to Children About COVID-19
It is likely that most of us are experiencing some sense of surreal feelings as we watch events around the world unfold. These events create a largely unknown territory for parents in guiding their children. With schools and colleges closing … Continue reading
Good Shepherd Church Marriage Mentors Resources
“Adverse Childhood Experiences” Quiz. The ACE quiz is a helpful tool to recognize and initiate discussion on family background. Helpful article explains the ACE quiz. The article also includes an option to take the quiz online. Printable PDF of the … Continue reading
Door of Hope Marriage Seminar
Household Jobs Participation Chart Parents safe conversation sheet Domains-of-function-circle to fall in love do this: excellent date night activity FamilyPlanSpreadsheet Planning Retreat Template Recommended books Door of Hope The Discovery Game for Couples: A great date-night game Big Talk Cards: … Continue reading