Is Trauma Victim Becoming the New N-Word?
by Robert A. Yourell, MA1
A prevalant stereotype of trauma victims is the person transformed into a serial killer or other threat to society. The Oakland... READ MORE →
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Clinical Psychologists’ Perceptions of Persons with Mental Illness
by Isabella MoriMany people have fabulous relationships with their psychologists. They feel supported, understood, well-liked. But there... READ MORE →
The Silent Epidemic of Health Illiteracy
by Sajid Surve, DONobody questions the fact that healthcare is a confusing profession. Doctors and nurses seem to speak in foreign tongues;... READ MORE →
Woman Comparable to Men in Domestic Violence: Stereotypes and their Consequences
by Robert A. Yourell, MAIt’s very common to hear about violence against women and about male batterers rather than about violence against men... READ MORE →
In Deed, Indeed – Compassion and Empathy
by Patti HerndonI find the subject of compassion compelling. I believe this aspect of human-kind is a pivotal component in successful negotiation... READ MORE →
Why Some Men, Like Women, Cannot Read Maps Too
by Sudip Ghosh, MDI never quite got around to write the sequel to Barbara and Allan Pease’s evocative work (1), although I had figured... READ MORE →
Brain Damage, Part VI: Advanced Recovery, Brain Process Remediation
by Robert A. Yourell, MAOnce again, I’m dedicating this to folks in more or less advanced recovery from brain injury. Remember, brain damage... READ MORE →
Brain Damage, Part V: Advanced Recovery, Reclaiming Splinter Skills
by Robert A. Yourell, MASince you’re pretty much on your own once they tell you you’re recovered, I’m dedicating this topic to... READ MORE →
Brain Damage, Part IV: Unfolding Your Map
by Robert A. Yourell, MAA woman called me recently about her uncle (for confidentiality, some of the details have been scrambled), who is tending... READ MORE →
Brain Damage, Part III: In the Clinical Dark Ages
by Robert A. Yourell, MAIn this entry of my brain damage series, I’ll provide a clinical example to convey how the cultural dynamics of stigma... READ MORE →
New ‘Brain Games’ Exclusive Preview – Times Square Mass Mind Reading
This Sunday February 14th (9 p.m. ET), the Emmy-nominated Brain Games tv-show is back! Wonder junkie Jason Silva returns to our screens, teaming up with... READ MORE →
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