Background
Orvin, George Henry was born on August 6, 1922 in Columbia, South Carolina, United States. Son of Jesse Wright and Ruth Veril (Walton) Orvin.
(As we all know, adolescence is a time of growth. For many...)
As we all know, adolescence is a time of growth. For many, it is an emotional time, filled with excitement, happiness, fear, rebellion, and confusion. During adolescence, roles are mapped out, and identities are established. Although for centuries society has recognized the effect adolescence has on children, it has all too often failed to discuss its effect on parents. How are parents performing during this time? Many parents worry about not doing enough, but are they doing too much? How is this struggle affecting their lives? Written for parents, Understanding the Adolescent illustrates just what it is the adolescent is attempting to do -- and why he or she must. Dr. Orvin seeks to focus not only on the child's growth during this turbulent period but also on the parents'. He addresses core issues such as how parents can best help their children, spouses, and themselves. With an intended audience including parents, teachers, counselors, and clergy, Dr. Orvin has written an easy-to-read, easily understood text. Readers will come to recognize that despite the tumult caused by adolescence, it is for the most part a healthy and natural process. And for exceptional cases in which families or adolescents become dysfunctional, Dr. Orvin has drawn on more than 30 years of experience to offer help and guidance in getting families back on track.
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Orvin, George Henry was born on August 6, 1922 in Columbia, South Carolina, United States. Son of Jesse Wright and Ruth Veril (Walton) Orvin.
Bachelor of Science, The Citadel, 1943; Doctor of Medicine, Medical University of Southern California, Charleston, 1946; Doctor of Medicine (honorary), The Citadel, 1996.
Private practice, Charleston, South Carolina., 1948-1957; resident psychiatry, Medical University of Southern California, 1957-1960; clinical assistant, U. London, 1960-1961; instructor, Medical United States.C., 1961; with, Maudsley Hospital Institute of Psychiatry/U. London, 1960-1961; chief adolescent psychiatry, Medical University of Southern California, 1967-1989; president faculty senate, Medical University of Southern California, 1977-1979; professor psychiatry, Medical University of Southern California, 1977-1989; emeritus professor psychiatry, Medical University of Southern California, 1993; founder, chairman, New Hope Treatment Centers, Inc., Charleston, since 1984.
(As we all know, adolescence is a time of growth. For many...)
Vice-chairman South Carolina. Committee Alcohol/Drug Abuse, 1973-1989. Member Governor's Cabinetfor Children, 1984, Governor's Task Force Adolescent Pregnancies, 1985.
Fellow American Psychiatric Association (life), American Society Adolescent Psychiatry (life), Royal Society Medicine, St. Andrews Society, Citadel Brigadier Club (founder, president 1948-1953).
Married Rosalie Greer Salvo, September 16, 1944. Children: Candace, Jay Scott, Debra Anne, Nancy Lee.