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Derealization and depersonalization: Perceived madness | 2
It’s like you suddenly lost your grip on immediate reality. Or maybe you look in a mirror and a full sense of “you” doesn’t hit home. Derealization and depersonalization: perceived madness – the more we learn, the saner we feel. It just seems to me that when the mind knows it’s mega-overwhelmed, believing even the […]
Mamie Phipps Clark (1917-1983): Pioneer Psychologist on Racial Identity, Child Development, and Systemic Racism
Mamie Phipps Clark was a pioneering psychologist whose work fundamentally shaped our understanding of racial identity, child development, and the psychological impacts of systemic racism. Her contributions were critical to the advancement of psychology and the civil rights movement, particularly through her groundbreaking research and dedication to community-based mental health services. Born in Hot Springs, […]
Male Survivors of Interpersonal Violence: Getting Help
What is Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)? An intimate partner relationship is when two individuals share an emotionally close and/or physical relationship, regardless of how long they have been together. Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) refers to a situation where one person uses power and control over another person in those relationships, which causes them harm. The […]
Margaret Floy Washburn, PhD (1871 – 1939): First Woman to Earn a PhD in Psychology in the USA
Margaret Washburn, a pioneering female psychologist in the early 20th century, was the first woman in the United States to earn a PhD in psychology (1894). During an era when universities refused to grant graduate degrees to women, this accomplishment marked a major milestone in the advancement of women in the field of psychology. […]
Paula J. Clayton, MD (1934 – 2021): Pioneering Psychiatry with Passion and Precision
Dr. Paula Clayton was a trailblazing psychiatrist who earned her medical degree from Washington University School of Medicine in 1960, becoming one of four women in her graduating class1. Her journey from a determined medical student to an internationally recognized researcher exemplifies her dedication and commitment to patient care, destigmatizing mental health treatments and strengthening […]
The Power of Understanding – 4 Positive Ways to Foster Lasting Friendships for Adults with Autism
Building lasting friendships can be a challenge for anyone, but for adults with autism, the hurdles can feel even higher. Autism can make social interactions more difficult, especially when it comes to understanding social cues, managing sensory sensitivities, and navigating complex communication. However, fostering genuine, meaningful friendships is not only possible—it’s essential for emotional well-being […]
How to use mindful practices to manage dissociation
Our brain frequently comes to our emotional and mental rescue, often in mysterious ways. One of them is sacrificing immediate comfort for a crucial mission. How to use mindful practices to manage dissociation: let’s dig in. Your thoughts impact your emotions, but focusing on every part of your body forces you to engage in a […]
Derealization and depersonalization: Perceived madness
It’s been 50 plus years of emotional and mental illness for this hombre. And by far, dissociation is the scariest phenomenon I’ve encountered. So derealization and depersonalization: perceived madness – let’s get down to business. Experiencing just one episode of derealization or depersonalization would motivate anyone to scour the net for answers and explanations. That’s […]
Internet Abuse & PTSD: Interview with NOW’s President Christian F. Nunes, MBA, MS, LCSW
The internet has changed the way we talk, learn, work, and connect. It has also created a place for abuse, especially against women. This abuse can have serious effects on mental health. The Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA) spoke with the National Organization for Women (NOW)’s president, Christian F. Nunes, MBA, MS, LCSW […]
Year 2 of Design for Implementation Conference Assembles Stakeholders in Clinical Guidance and Experts on AI – Coalition for National Trauma Research
DFI participants provided feedback on the beta version of a clinical guidance app developed following Year 1 of the conference. In her introductory remarks to the Design for Implementation: The Future of Trauma Research and Clinical Guidance Conference, Eileen Bulger, MD, ACS Medical Director of Trauma Programs, reminded attendees of the vast scope of the […]