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Is Trich another bourgeois problem?

August 29, 2011 – 12:56 pm

One of TLC’s wonderful, amazing donors recently sent in a check with a short comment attached: “Keep up the good works!  PS: It seems like such a bourgeois problem–that is my challenge when thinking about it.” That unease about supporting Trich as a charitable cause struck a chord with me.  I could really relate to [...]

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Action Needed: Feedback needed on DSM-V Revisions

June 7, 2011 – 11:45 am

The Task Force undertaking the revision of the The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders has made the current draft revisions available for public comment until June 15, 2011.  Christina and I urge you to take a few minutes to voice your opinions to the DSM-V Task Force about the current draft of proposed [...]

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Retreat Reflections by Jennifer Raikes

May 26, 2011 – 12:56 pm

A quick note from TLC: What was formerly “Christina’s Blog” is now the “TLC Blog.” This new format will provide a forum for TLC staff, Board and Scientific Advisory Board Members to share organizational news, treatment and research updates, and reader-submitted essays. Don’t worry, Christina will still continue to share her thoughts and musings on [...]

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