We have talked a lot about mental health and the stigma that often comes along with it. As the Islanders are on the verge of sweeping the Pittsburgh Penquins it is an excellent reminder that this stigma is not one that should define anyone....
https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/islanders/islanders-robin-lehner-fan-favorite-1.29755965
Tuesday, April 16, 2019
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
In Abnormal Psychology we have been talking a great deal about issues related to Mental Health. Once we take the discussion out of the theory realm reality presents a whole host of other issues. One of the major ones is a lack of funding for these essential services. The following article is a great introduction to the struggles of the Long Island community to provide such services.....
https://www.newsday.com/business/mental-health-care-access-1.29347148
https://www.newsday.com/business/mental-health-care-access-1.29347148
Tuesday, April 9, 2019
STRESS AND BURNOUT
We have talked a lot in class about the impact of stress on both Mental Health and the Brain. The following article discusses recent concerns about the phenomena of "burnout" which is becoming a major issue in our country....
https://dailyvoice.com/connecticut/darien/lifestyle/burnout-declared-a-health-crisis-according-to-harvard-health-organizations/750232/
https://dailyvoice.com/connecticut/darien/lifestyle/burnout-declared-a-health-crisis-according-to-harvard-health-organizations/750232/
PSYCHOLOGY CLUB EVENT
This Thursday, April 11th, at 6:00pm in the Islip Arts building, Room 115, the Psychology Club will be showing the movie, The Vow. Pizza and Soda will be served!!!!! All are invited!
Thursday, April 4, 2019
DEBT AND YOUR BRAIN!!!
I know a number of you will be graduating this May (Congratulations!!!) and also thinking about continuing your education. A great deal of discussion has been occurring as late in terms of the role of student debt in our lives. The following article talks about a small but fascinating study on how this decision can impact your long-term functioning!
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/getting-rid-of-debt-may-actually-make-your-brain-work-better-2019-03-29
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/getting-rid-of-debt-may-actually-make-your-brain-work-better-2019-03-29
Tuesday, April 2, 2019
DEPERSONALIZATION/DEREALIZATION
A number of people have asked about the difference between depersonalization and derealization. The following video will hopefully be helpful in terms of this....
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