As we celebrate love on Valentine’s Day, it’s clear that love is not just an emotion—it’s a biological and evolutionary necessity. The brain releases neurochemicals, the heart regulates emotions, and the vagus... Read more »
Nicotera, N., Connolly, M. M., Jawdat, L., & Ostrow, L. (2024). A qualitative study examining the lived experiences of stress among female sexual assault survivors in an 8-week trauma-sensitive yoga intervention. Traumatology, 30(2),... Read more »
Laurie never thought she’d be the kind of person who yelled at her partner over something as trivial as a box of Goldfish crackers. But there she was, seething with anger, berating... Read more »
Mills, N. T., Nikolin, S., Glozier, N., Barton, D., Baune, B. T., Fitzgerald, P. B., … & Loo, C. K. (2025). Effect of ketamine on anxiety: findings from the Ketamine for Adult... Read more »
This post is taken from my remarks at a City Council meeting. First, I want to thank Councilmember Jones for the honor of recognizing the work we do at Male Behavioral Health... Read more »
Phubbing is the act of snubbing someone by focusing on a mobile phone instead of engaging in face-to-face interaction. This behavior can negatively impact relationships by reducing the quality of communication and... Read more »
Eating disorders, particularly anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa, are influenced by genetic, neurobiological, and environmental factors. One emerging perspective is the role of archetypal imprinting, where sociocultural ideals—especially those of beauty—become deeply... Read more »
Dating involves a more intentional exploration of a romantic connection, while hanging out is more focused on enjoying the present moment without any pressure to define the relationship. It’s normal to feel... Read more »
Recently, some Midwestern relatives visited us in California and, much to my surprise, the three children ranging in age from 8 to 10 sat in our living room, pulled out books, and... Read more »
The friendzone isn’t a physical place, but a metaphorical one. It describes the situation where an individual desires a romantic relationship with someone who only sees them as a friend. This can... Read more »