In some families, someone sees through the façade of perfection and calls attention to the dysfunction. I call this person the “family whistleblower.” They are the one who refuses to ignore or... Read more »
Simon, P. D., Salanga, M. G. C., & Aruta, J. J. B. A. (2025). The distinct link of perfectionism with positive and negative mental health outcomes. Frontiers in Psychiatry, 16, 1492466. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2025.1492466 Key Takeaways... Read more »
Every child deserves to grow up in a safe, nurturing environment where they feel valued and protected. Yet, for many children, abuse and neglect remain harsh realities that can have long-term physical,... Read more »
As a psychologist in private practice, I have heard my share of people complaining. You probably don’t even realize how much you complain. But take a moment to think about your last... Read more »
As a psychiatrist, I have the privilege of sitting front row in people’s lives. They share with me their hopes, wishes, and aspirations. A common theme I hear is the drive to... Read more »
In a Pew Research poll, “Religion in India: Tolerance and Segregation,” the majority of Indians say they have respect for all religions; is interfaith tolerance more than sufficient? Yet, is it not... Read more »
Think about the last time you met someone who immediately put you at ease. Chances are, they didn’t just talk about themselves or deliver a rehearsed line. Instead, they likely made you... Read more »
Ever picked up your phone just to check one notification—and suddenly 45 minutes vanished into scrolling oblivion? Welcome to the dopamine hijack. Modern life is designed to give you constant hits of... Read more »
Although the general population often thinks that hoarding disorder (HD) is common, it is not. As a collector, I often have to make that distinction. I am not a hoarder, but a... Read more »
Lee YJ, Coleman M, Nakaziba KS, Terfloth N, Coley C, Epparla A, Corbitt N, Kazungu R, Basiimwa J, Lafferty C, Cole K, Agwang G, Kathawala E, Nkolo T, Wogali W, Richard EB,... Read more »