A question frequently asked in treatment: “What’s the difference between love and obsession?” The former is thought to be pure and meaningful, and the latter to be pathological. Clinically, obsessiveness is defined... Read more »
A recent essay by award-winning science writer Emily Anthes titled “In Defense of Dumb Dogs: Your pet is (probably) not a genius, and that’s OK” has generated countless emails, texts, and in-person... Read more »
You have probably had the experience of walking into a room or scrolling past an image, and your body responds before your mind actually registers what you’ve seen. In these moments, something... Read more »
Some friends and I are discussing our favorite dishes. “What’s yours?” one asks me. I can feel the answer, hovering just beyond the horizon of my consciousness, but out of my reach.... Read more »
For many autistic adults, the experience of “losing” skills such as abilities like clear speech, social navigation, or even basic self-care, can be a source of profound fear and confusion. While the... Read more »
For young athletes, sport should be fun first. Importantly, this does not mean that sport cannot also be competitive. And it certainly does not mean kids should not work hard, care deeply,... Read more »
I get it, you see the title of this post, and maybe you say, “Yeah, right, how can five words make such a huge impact in people’s lives? But here’s my response:... Read more »
Like millions of other viewers, I tuned in to the 14th episode of “The Pitt” on HBO, ready to immerse myself in the popular show, which has consistently delivered shockingly accurate portrayals... Read more »
“Holy moly. Neither of us signed up for this.” —Anonymous Infertility does not just happen to one person. It happens to a relationship. Starting a family begins as a shared dream, but... Read more »
I still do a double-take every time I see animal lovers eating calamari or squid. I’m not talking about coastal communities whose residents rely on the sea for daily sustenance but people... Read more »