Research and Additional Info

The concepts and techniques involved with FSC are rooted in sound science and psychology. I am completely understanding to the fact that you might have questions and a desire for concrete information before proceeding. With this in mind, I am happy to provide additional information to help you better understand the concepts that are involved in my approach.

Below you can find a few jumping off points to get started on your journey. And of course, I am always happy to answer any additional questions you may have.

Why Are More American Teenagers Than Ever Suffering From Severe Anxiety?

The New York Times

Benoit Denizet-Lewis, October 11, 2017 Read here

On Campus, Failure Is on the Syllabus

The New York Times

Jessica Bennett, June 24, 2017 Read here

Prozac Nation Is Now the United States of Xanax

The New York Times

Alex Williams, June 10, 2017  Read here

It Takes a Suburb: A Town Struggles to Ease Student Stress

The New York Times

Kyle Spencer, April 5, 2017  Read here

Depression and Anxiety Tied To Cancer Deaths.

The New York Times

Nicholas Bakalar, January 27, 2017  Read here

Mindfulness and Self-Compassion: Exploring Pathways to Adolescent Emotional Well-Being.

Journal of Child and Family Studies

Bluth, K., & Blanton, P. W. (2012) Read

The influence of self-compassion on emotional well being among early and older adolescent males and females.

The Journal of Positive Psychology

Bluth, K., & Blanton, P. W. (2014) Read

Self-compassion and psychological resilience among adolescents and young adults.

Self and Identity

Neff, K. D. & McGehee, P. (2010) Read

Does Self-Compassion Protect Adolescents from Stress?

Journal of Child and Family Studies

Bluth, K., Roberson, P. N., Gaylord, S. A., Faurot, K. R., Grewen, K. M., Arzon, S., &
Girdler, S. S. (2015) Read

Self-compassion as a buffer against homesickness, depression, and dissatisfaction in the transition to college.

Self and Identity

Terry, M. L., Leary, M. R., & Mehta, S. (2012). DOI:10.1080/15298868.2012.667913 Read