Have you ever wondered, “Am I really autistic—or just overthinking it?” If so, you’re not alone. Many autistic individuals—especially those diagnosed later in life—experience what’s known as autism imposter syndrome. This form... Read more »
A relationship is a fluid, moving thing—open, closed, in, out. Never still, never the same. It’s easy to be lost in the swirling complexity of feelings, thoughts, desires, preferences, and differences. How... Read more »
Stade, E. C., Ungar, L., Eichstaedt, J. C., Sherman, G., & Ruscio, A. M. (2023). Depression and anxiety have distinct and overlapping language patterns: Results from a clinical interview. Journal of Psychopathology and... Read more »
Imagine having the power to overthrow a tyrant in your back pocket. Let’s call it ChatMLK. That’s just one of the many optimistic and ethical possibilities for artificial intelligence development laid out... Read more »
McCall A, Waite F, Percy R, et al. Cognitive and behavioural processes in adolescent panic disorder. Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy. Published online 2025:1-15. https://doi.org/10.1017/S1352465825000049 Key Takeaways Aims: To determine if adolescents (12–17 years)... Read more »
The phrase “it takes a village” originates from an African proverb that emphasizes that for children to thrive, they need to receive collective support from many people (i.e., a village). However, the... Read more »
I was thinking of starting this post by asking you to cue the 1980s Laura Branigan hit “Self Control”—except this version of self-control won’t have you losing your mind in the middle... Read more »
Spoiler alert! This post contains significant plot spoilers. Movies can deliver complex messages in the form of allegory (a story that with a hidden, symbolic meaning). But I never expected Marvel’s Thunderbolts*... Read more »
Instincts are not random urges or mysterious gut feelings. They are deeply rooted, hardwired responses shaped by millions of years of evolution. Without instincts, our ancestors would never have survived the dangers... Read more »
Gardening can provide exercise, aromatherapy, healthy nutrition, community and a sanctuary space to reduce stress. It can, if practiced at the right time of day, help induce a peaceful night’s sleep. Through... Read more »