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Angela Duckworth and Long Term Goals
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Biased About Biases: The Origins and Growth of Human Conflict
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Celine Dion: “The Power of Love” or the Power of Dopamine?
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Why won’t my baby stop clinging to me? The waxing and waning of stranger anxiety
Does your 6-to-12-month-old infant follow you around the room like a shadow, cry in the presence of unfamiliar people, and refuse to be comforted or held by anyone but you? No worries! This is a normal part of development. As exhausting as this phase may be for you, it will pass, and your baby will…
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Everything You Need to Know about RDoC: Answers to 5 Commonly Asked Questions
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), a frequently referenced manual of clinical diagnosis published by the American Psychiatric Association (APA), has been called the “Bible” for the field of clinical psychology. Consistent with its prominent role in diagnosis and treatment considerations, research on mental health has traditionally focused on the DSM’s classification…
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Improve creativity by working in a coffee shop
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The Truth about Domestic Violence: Literature Review
As more and more clients are entering therapy with concerns related to abuse, such as domestic violence incidents, it seems prudent to review how these issues might play a role in mental health and treatment. The facts on domestic violence are startling. Estimates by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Bureau of Justice, and Centers…
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New paper by UCLA alums highlights emerging trend in cognitive neuroscience
Psychologists aim to better understand the link between internal and external states, that is, between cognitions and behaviors. Behaviors are often clear enough to measure, but accurately capturing the essence of a cognition can be a much fuzzier task. For instance, suppose you were interested in the relationship between how much someone enjoys rewards (reward…