Don’t Just Walk… Embrace What You Enjoy!
People are often told when they’re feeling down, depressed, or lacking motivation to be more active. The most common advice is to go for a… Read More »Don’t Just Walk… Embrace What You Enjoy!
People are often told when they’re feeling down, depressed, or lacking motivation to be more active. The most common advice is to go for a… Read More »Don’t Just Walk… Embrace What You Enjoy!
Open discussions about suicide, guided by compassion, connection, care, and complexity, are essential in reducing suicide risk and promoting mental well-being. The Stanley-Brown Safety Plan is a vital tool in suicide prevention, empowering individuals to manage crises through structured strategies. Understanding the suicide risk curve and fostering therapeutic alliances are crucial for effective implementation.
Conflict delayed is conflict amplified. This statement encapsulates a profound truth about human relationships and the nature of unresolved issues. When we avoid addressing conflicts,… Read More »The Hidden Dangers of Delayed Conflict Resolution
I’m currently trying to get a better understanding of the fear of contamination, a hallmark of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). This fear is not just about… Read More »Understanding Fear of Contamination in OCD
Sometimes, I find myself wishing I could be more like a robot, devoid of emotions. This thought, though irrational, often crosses my mind. As a… Read More »Embracing Emotions: A Clinical Psychologist’s Reflection on Anxiety
As I prepare for my upcoming presentation at the Biomedical and Health Sciences Conference (which is tomorrow!), I find myself reflecting on the journey that… Read More »Join the Conference Tomorrow! Insights on Psilocybin Therapy
Do you use a calendar? If not… why aren’t you? How do you manage your time? I was in Stockholm for my PhD not long… Read More »My Time Management System Begins With My Calendar
In my recent workshop on Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) led by Brynjar Halldorsson, I gained invaluable insights into treating this complex condition. From understanding the core misinterpretations that fuel OCD to exploring the power of behavioral experiments, the strategies shared can significantly benefit both clinicians and individuals affected by OCD. We delved into the importance of cognitive work, the role of heightened responsibility, and the necessity of continual learning in this field. Join me as I unpack these key takeaways and discover how a tailored approach can lead to more effective treatment outcomes for those struggling with OCD.
Personality psychology, and thus personality neuroscience, rests on the presupposition that all meaningful ways in which individuals differ have been nested in the world’s languages.… Read More »The Neurophysiological Underpinnings of Personality: Extraversion
Last week, my colleagues and I published a paper in the journal Cognitive Behaviour Therapy about a new clinically-informed instrument that quantifies subjective well-being: The… Read More »Evaluting the Questionnaire on Well-Being: A Clinically Informed Measurement