This list is dedicated to discussing and furthering the works of Dr. Conrad W. Baars and Dr. Anna A. Terruwe, Christian Psychiatrists, in order to help promote healing of all people - in body, mind, and spirit. This list welcomes discussion on the profound topic of affirmation and the effects of being deprived of affirming love in one's life and in society. We welcome discussion on topics such as: how to live an affirming life, how to love and affirm others, affirmation therapy, emotional deprivation disorder (formerly called deprivation neurosis), obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety and mood disorders, and related personality disorders. We welcome discussion on what constitutes a healthy emotional life, rational guidance of one's emotions, forgiveness vs. premature forgiveness, and related topics such as anxiety, fear, phobias, depression, anger, insecurity, inferiority, loneliness, worthlessness, hopelessness, scrupulosity, difficulties in one's spiritual life, and other emotional and self-esteem issues. This work is based on that of Thomas Aquinas.

We also have a sharing and support group which serves as a companion to this group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/caring-sharing

We have a list devoted to the creative expression of thoughts and feelings and invite all forms of creative expression here -- poetry, prose, stories, drawings, etc.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Baars_Creativity

Our announcement and information list for those who do not wish to participate in a discussion list is found at: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/cwbaars_information

Book recommendations and additional posting rules are found in the database.

*This list is authorized by the Baars' family and is moderated by counseling professionals. Please note that the discussions on this list are NOT a substitute for therapy. Please seek appropriate therapy if these issues create difficulty or distress in your life.

Thank you and God Bless you!
Bonnie Shayne, M.A. Mod