Dawn C Welch LCSW

This Is How Narcissistic Parents Treat Their Children

New research shows how the narcissistic parenting style affects children.

Surviving a Narcissistic Partner: Should You Stay Or Should You Go?

Dear Terry, I’m definitely a “Fixer” and I married Tim knowing that he was controlling and self-centered. But I just never realized how hard it would be to live with someone who is so arrogant and …

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

What to Know in Case You’re Towed · Consumer Federation of America

While parking lot rules and local towing ordinances vary, there are some simple steps that you can take to lessen the chances that your car will be towed.

I’m a trans woman who codes, and this is what I’ve learned about gender in tech

My experience transitioning in midcareer gave me a unique perspective on how the industry should approach gender inclusion.

How many licensed psychologists are in your school district?

Among the 20 largest districts as a whole, there are an average of 1,000 students per licensed psychologist.

Where are the highest concentrations of licensed psychologists?

There are approximately 106,000 licensed psychologists in the United States, but the distribution of those psychologists is uneven across the country.

Social Services for the Elderly: How Can I Get Help?

Have you considered how you can get help should you need it? There are a range of social services available to you as a senior.

Social Psychologists Have Identified When It Is Smart to Brag and When to Keep Quiet

Pondering A Social Services Career?

So you’re thinking of getting into the field of Social Services? Why? I’ll bet it’s because you want to help people; make a difference. Noble of you really, and we can never have enough good people with good intentions who care and are willing to serve others. ...

4 ways to become a better person, according to a social psychologist

"There’s a lot of good people who are doing things that aren’t so good."

Social Services: Listen to People Who Have Experienced Poverty

We need the people who administer social services at the state and local levels to do a better job of providing programs and policies that work in people’s lives.

A social psychologist explains why people misunderstand each other

Elderly housing with supportive social services can reduce hospital use, study finds

Investing in affordable housing that offers supportive social services to senior citizens on Medicare has the potential to reduce hospital admissions and the amount of time needing inpatient hospital care by better managing chronic health conditions, according to a Rutgers study.

Affordable housing with supportive social services may trim hospital costs, study finds

At a time when policymakers are trying to reduce hospital-related costs, a relatively simple adjustment could help dramatically. The proposed solution? Invest more in affordable seniors’ housing that offers supportive social services, according to a Rutgers University study.

Parents who won't let their son wear a skirt may have to be referred to social services, schools...

Parents who refuse to let their son wear a skirt to school may need to be referred to social services, a council’s guidance has advised schools.

When Social Services Undermine Well-being

The intertwined challenges that many people face might be addressed more effectively together than separately.

Four Things Everyone Gets Wrong About Mass Violence—A Social Psychologist’s Perspective

The human desire to impose order on chaos means it is unlikely for us to truly avoid the temptation of an easy fix in the face of tragedy. However, we can resist this tendency. We must recognize that, despite their motivational strength, simple solutions, especially those taking the form of legislation, will be neither beneficial nor effective.

Is Your Medical Practice A Social Service Or A Business?

These are two entirely different goals and if a definitive answer doesn’t immediately pop out of your mouth you’re in trouble.

Social psychologists have identified when it’s smart to brag about yourself and when to keep quiet