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	<title>Counseling CEUs</title>
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	<description>Find patient handouts and continuing education on mental health and addiction related topics</description>
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		<title>Additions Counselor Certification</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2008/04/18/additions-counselor-certification/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2008/04/18/additions-counselor-certification/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2008 12:23:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Unlike many licenses, most states and organizations such as the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors do not require addictions counselor training to be from a formal educational institution like a university.  Many certifying bodies require a certain number of hours (usually 350-450) and certain courses such as pharmacology, group counseling, relapse [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Continuing Education Options for Counselors</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2008/04/18/continuing-education-options-for-counselors/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2008/04/18/continuing-education-options-for-counselors/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2008 12:08:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Mental Health Counselors, Rehabilitation Counselors, Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Addictions Counselors are all required to take continuing education in order to maintain their license. Here are some things to consider when choosing a CEU provider
1. Are they approved providers for your license?  Many people have more than one license/certification.  Often [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Counselor Continuing Education (CEUs): Anxiety</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2008/02/01/counselor-continuing-education-ceus-anxiety/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2008/02/01/counselor-continuing-education-ceus-anxiety/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 11:58:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[When dealing with addictions, anxiety, depression and co-occurring disorders, it can be difficult for counselors and nurses to find effective, reliable information for professional development and to provide to their patients. According to CARF and JCAHO, treatment methods, programs and handouts must continually be monitored to ensure the health and safety of the persons served, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Counselor Continuing Education (CEUs): Depression</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2008/02/01/counselor-continuing-education-ceus-depression/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2008/02/01/counselor-continuing-education-ceus-depression/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 11:32:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[With the myriad of information on the web about addictions, anxiety, depression and co-occurring disorders, it can be difficult for counselors and nurses to find effective, reliable information for professional development and to provide to their patients. Both of these activities are vital in agencies that are CARF or JCAHO accredited.  Treatment methods, programs [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Adaptations: Let the Wookie Win!</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/08/03/adaptations-let-the-wookie-win/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/08/03/adaptations-let-the-wookie-win/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Aug 2007 11:32:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Okay, so he is a smart critter. I conditioned him to be aware that biting me would not result in being put back in his cage and that I mean him no harm.  We were to the point where I can hold him pretty much like a &#8220;normal&#8221; rabbit.  He loved being cuddled.
But [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The saga continues</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/07/22/the-saga-continues/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/07/22/the-saga-continues/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 22 Jul 2007 19:14:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Hey everyone.  I have been remiss on posting.
The first couple of weeks were touch and go&#8212;literally&#8212;I cannot say I really did anything all that remarkable.  I set a schedule and got him out each day after dinner.  I would hold him and rub his head and behind his ears.  This area [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Hannibal Assessment</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/05/27/hannibal-assessment/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/05/27/hannibal-assessment/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 27 May 2007 12:34:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[I decided to write this journal after finidng relatively little available on the web or in books about extreme aggression in rabbits.  This is not an authoritative guide by any means, but it will help you see my thought process as I work with an aggressive rabbit.  
Hannibal came into my care after [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Notch and Turner Hoppy Endings</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/05/27/notch-and-turner-hoppy-endings/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/05/27/notch-and-turner-hoppy-endings/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 27 May 2007 11:55:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Well, the boys got adopted by a very loving home.  They now live indoors among cats, dogs and birds on a farm with two wonderful parents.
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		<title>Da Bunnies</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/05/14/da-bunnies/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/05/14/da-bunnies/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2007 15:46:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Well, it was brought to my attention that I play favorites   Sorry Notch.  Anyhow, credit where credit is due&#8230;Notch is an awesome bunny as well.  He is coming out of his shell, but is more timid.  He will hide his head under Turner&#8217;s belly when he gets scared.  Rabbits [...]]]></description>
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		<title>5-7-2007</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/05/08/5-7-2007/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/05/08/5-7-2007/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2007 21:39:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Well, the boys are recovering from their adventure at PetSmart.  They were pawed at (pun intended) by more people than they are used to, but took it quite well.  Turner groomed me for the first time this afternoon&#8212;I am so honored.  They have not been allowed out because of the smoke, but [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Rabbits as Pets</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/05/08/rabbits-as-pets/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/05/08/rabbits-as-pets/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2007 10:18:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Rabbits as Pets
Rabbits are growing in popularity as house pets. Social as well as active and playful, they have the potential to be wonderful pets for the prepared owner.
Life expectancy: varies with breed, anywhere from 5 to 15 years.
Overview:
1.	Rabbits are social with gentle handling are generally quite tame.
2.	They are playful and entertaining to watch.
3.	Being social, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Notch and Turner</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/05/05/notch-and-turner/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/05/05/notch-and-turner/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 05 May 2007 10:51:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[The boys are doing well. I am finding that Turner loves to be a lap-rabbit&#8212;he will sit there and be pet as long as you will have him.  The nipping incidents I mentioned in the the last entry have been eliminated.    I have found that Notch is very motivated by treats [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Update</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/04/25/update/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/04/25/update/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2007 16:50:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Notch and Turner]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Well, the boys are doing fine.  We had to have a Magnolia tree cut down in our yard, so we saved some of the larger branches and made a bunny amusement park.  
Notch is definitely the hungry one.  He will eat most anything.  My daughter has one of those tent things [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Notch and Turner&#8217;s Diary</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/04/10/notch-and-turners-diary/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/04/10/notch-and-turners-diary/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Apr 2007 23:06:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[The day before Easter, we were blessed to start fostering two rabbits: Notch and Turner.  They are products of a large rescue effort.  A bit shy at first, they have started adapting to our menagerie (a 3 year old girl, 6 year old boy (humans), a cat, and 3 dogs&#8230;not the least of [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Certification as an Addictions Professional</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/03/06/certification-as-an-addictions-professional/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/03/06/certification-as-an-addictions-professional/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Mar 2007 12:41:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Research and clinical practice has demonstrated that co-occurring disorders (addictions and mental health issues occurring together) are the rule, not the exception.  This leaves many people who were trained as psychologists, mental health counselors and marriage and family therapists at a great disadvantage, both clinically and professionally.  They are at a clinical disadvantage, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Homeschooling Tip of the Day</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/02/28/homeschooling-tip-of-the-day-2/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/02/28/homeschooling-tip-of-the-day-2/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Feb 2007 12:19:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Why can&#8217;t learning be fun?  Make it a game.  Most anything can be modified to fit a current board or card game out there.  There are many flashcard sites on the internet that have free access to flashcards on many subjects, although I have found most too advanced for my 6-year old.
War: [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Counseling Patients with Cancer</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/02/28/counseling-patients-with-cancer/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/02/28/counseling-patients-with-cancer/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Feb 2007 00:12:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Anxiety]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Each year millions of Americans are diagnosed with cancer.  Nearly 500,000 of those will be diagnosed with breast or prostate cancer.  Many of our patients will have, or have had cancer.  It is important to understand the range of emotions, causes of distress and interventions available to help them.
There are many things [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Homeschooling Tip of the Day</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/02/27/homeschooling-tip-of-the-day/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/02/27/homeschooling-tip-of-the-day/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2007 15:46:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Education]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Combine activities into a service project.  Many colleges now look for evidence of volunteer work, and actually using the material you are learning helps get a lot of children interested.  
Suggestions for Projects 

Volunteer for your local wildlife rescue organization:  Your child can learn about the animals he is rescuing, the habitat [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Choosing a Home Based Business</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/02/22/choosing-a-home-based-business/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/02/22/choosing-a-home-based-business/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Feb 2007 15:51:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[There are so many options for home-based businesses.  Unfortunately, many of them fail.  Why?  Lack of publicity, too much competition, lack of time.  Most businesses take 2 years to start earning a reliable income.  Do not expect million-dollar profits your first month.  So what can you do in a [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Getting Your College Degree Online</title>
		<link>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/02/22/getting-your-college-degree-online/</link>
		<comments>http://dr-is-in.com/2007/02/22/getting-your-college-degree-online/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Feb 2007 14:52:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes</dc:creator>
		
		<category><![CDATA[Education]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[While an online education sounds like the perfect solution, there are several things to consider.  First, you need to figure out whether you are a good fit for online education.  Secondly, you need to find a school.  Finally, financing.
Are You A Good Fit
When I taught at the University of Florida, many of [...]]]></description>
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