“A Freudian slip is when you say one thing but mean your mother.” Most of us have heard this saying and laughed. Although some psychological theories have overemphasized the mother’s role in... Read more »
In Southern Madagascar, Gabriel Scheidecker observed Bara children playing. He was struck by their elaborate games. A group of 3- and 4-year-olds recreated a bilo, the possession ceremony that is a key... Read more »
What does it mean to be an “objective” analyst? For over a century, psychoanalytic training has emphasized neutrality—the notion that therapists must bracket their own moral beliefs and personal biases, guiding patients... Read more »
As a concert pianist, chamber music is one of my favorite ways of both verbal and nonverbal collaboration. It exemplifies how diverse voices can attend to each other to create a unified,... Read more »
Self-efficacy is an individual’s belief in their ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish certain tasks. It influences career decision-making by affecting an individual’s confidence in their ability to achieve their... Read more »