Dr. James Tobin Ph.D. - Psychologist
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Dr. Tobin regularly publishes blog articles and posts information and writings by other authors on various issues including child development and adolescence, parenting, romantic love, men and masculinity, the psychotherapy process, the training and supervision of psychologists, sexual compulsivity and addiction, and organizational culture and change. If there is a topic you would like Dr. Tobin to feature, please email him directly at jt@jamestobinphd.com.
Attachment vs. Relatedness
In this talk, I attempt to distinguish attachment vs. relatedness (mature erotic love or adult relationships). Essentially, attachment is parent-child bonding, i.e., as children we learn to adapt to our caregiver so that we can get what we want as we are entirely...
9 Types Of Dysfunctional Relationships
The #Polarized Relationship: -Roles, feelings, and behaviors are polarized. EXAMPLE: one feels more and more dependent and craves connection, the other craves separation and independence. The #Flip-Flop Relationship: -You adopt the role of your lover...