Health / Biology
The Nature and Function of Dreams I. An Overview
hile many of Freud’s specific interpretations regarding which functions are being served, his portrayal of dreams as highly generative products of the human mind and heart seems to hold up with further study of dreams. We must marvel at the capacity of the dream to bring together and creatively integrate vast amounts of available information
Introduction to Bio/Neurofeedback
Drs. Gay Teurman and Christy Lewis offer a unique introduction to the emerging field of neurofeedback–which, in turn, is part of the new world of health psychology.
Field Notes: COVID-19 and the Provision of Psychological Services
The set of interviews conducted by Varda Silberberg in Israel and the presentation of findings from a study of the virus’s impact in the United States by me suggests that the impact was felt among those providing psychological services in these two countries (and we proposed in many other countries).
The COVID-19 Arrow: Striking at the Heart of American Life and Culture
How do humans in the twenty-first century respond, personally and collectively, to this reappearance? The challenges and responses, both good …
Psychopharmacology and Mental Health
Brain health plays a major role in how we function in society and is directly related to our physical health. Since science and technology are advancing exponentially, health professionals can now offer advanced comprehensive strategies to treat psychiatric health issues.
Revisiting COVID-19 Policy: A Psychological Perspective on Consideration and Compassion
Early in 2020, I published an essay concerning policies that were being or could be enacted in response to the emerging COVID-19 health care crisis. Now, one year later, I wish to review the ways in which policies in this arena were and were not engaged.
Psychology in a Time of COVID: Engaging Four Tiers of Care
William Bergquist offers a brief overview regarding the challenges and opportunities for psychologists during the time of COVID. The field …
Health Psychology in Singapore
In many Asian countries there is some reticence about acknowledging mental health issues as those that can be best addressed …
Tree Meditation
Guided Meditation Track can be found here Welcome to the Tree Meditation. Sit comfortably on the floor or in a chair. …
Mapping Effective Covid-19 Engagement: Four Responses to the Challenge
At times we must bring together wisdom, courage and vision—so that we might move forward personally and collectively under the guidance of a coherent and integrated map of virus-engagement.