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A bolder title, but the same content as How Not To Ruin Your Life!
A gentler title, but the same content as How Not To F*UCK Up Your Life!
A stand alone primer, or a guide for human resources about sexual harassment. This book also operates as a companion for our online sexual harassment course and is complimentary with course purchase.
We have all suffered from the emotional turmoil of a relationship breakup. Learn how to get better sooner and recover gracefully with the best of what psychology offers and the assistance of this 30 day activity book.

The divorce process is complex. Get better sooner and heal your heart with the help of our 30 days activity book. Get a complimentary copy with our parent education family stabilization and high conflict coparenting courses.
Resolving an anger problem is no easy task. Learn how to better manage your emotions with our 30 day activity book. Your family will love you for it! Get a complimentary copy with the purchase of one of our anger management online courses.
Improve your marriage or relationship by taking our 30-Day challenge. You can use this 30 day activity book and watch Dr. D’Arienzo and his wife, Erica, on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook participating in the same challenge for 30 days.
Dr. Scott Fehr was a former professor of mine and my personal mentor at Nova Southeastern University. I (Dr. D) published Chapters 19: Hardiness Enhancement: A Pathway to Resilience and Chapter 79: Stress Innoculation Training for Trauma and Stress-Related Disorders.
I (Dr. D) published chapters 24: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder with Combat Veterans using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Chapter 90: Stress Innoculation Training for Trauma and Stress-Related Disorders.

I (Dr. D) wrote the section entitled: Solution Focused Application Approach, pp. 174-176.

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MMPI Testing is Important for All Armed Security Officers

In today’s world, security guards play a vital role in safeguarding people, properties, and organizations. While many states have specific requirements for physical fitness and background checks, psychological fitness and suitability often get overlooked. A comprehensive psychological evaluation, including the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI), is essential to ensure that security personnel are mentally and emotionally equipped to handle their duties. Even in states where psychological testing isn’t mandatory, these evaluations should still be conducted. Here’s why every security guard, regardless of legal requirements, should undergo MMPI testing and other psychological assessments. Dr. Justin D’Arienzo is a national leader in armed security MMPI Testing and Psychological Evaluations and welcomes the opportunity to work with your organization. Note that these evaluations should be a two pronged approach assessing for both psychological fitness and psychological suitability. Evaluations can be tailored to your company’s specific needs. 

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Biden Anxiety and Dementia

Whether Republican or Democrat, President Joe Biden’s behavior on camera is concerning to most causing anxiety about whether he should either be the Democratic candidate or about who Former President, Donald Trump, will be running against in November 2024. It’s also concerning that Biden may have lost insight about his own abilities due to his cognitive decline. As a public service announcement, I have provided information below about dementia as well as the lack of insight into one’s own symptoms that often accompanies dementia and other cognitive disorders. Then, I discuss the difference between dementia and the normal aging process. 

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Psychological Traits for Armed Guards and Law Enforcement Officers

Key Psychological and Physical Traits Essential for Armed Guards and Law Enforcement Officers: For armed guards and law enforcement officers, certain psychological and physical traits are critical for ensuring effective performance and maintaining public safety. Proficiency in these traits is supported by recent studies in psychology and security, providing insights into the best practices for training and operation in these fields. Dr. D’Arienzo employs psychological testing such as the MMPI-3, California Psychological Inventory, and a Psychological Interview to assist agencies and companies in identifying psychologically fit and suitable armed and unarmed officers. Contact us today at 904-379-8094 or at [email protected]. Dr. D’Arienzo, a Navy Veteran, is licensed in Florida, New Mexico, and Texas has reciprocity in most states to provides these services. 

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