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S ocial connection is a fundamental human need and a critical aspect of psychological well-being.  It encompasses the relationships we form, our interactions with others, and the sense of...

Cultural attitudes toward sexual violence

T he United States has been described as a rape-prone culture (Rozee, as cited in Chrisler & Ferguson, 2006).  Rape culture is defined as a culture in which gender...

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I n today's fast-paced and unpredictable world, finding inner peace and embracing acceptance may often seem overwhelming and elusive. The relentless demands of modern life, coupled with the constant...

Comprehensive Treatment Models to treat multiple Autism Spectrum Disorder symptoms

C omprehensive Treatment Models (CTMs) are all-encompassing, aiming to treat multiple Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) symptoms, including language, cognitive, social, and play development deficits. What areas...

Dysphagia: A growing concern in speech-language pathology

S wallowing difficulties, or dysphagia, is a rising common issue among people of all ages. This condition can significantly impact an individual's quality of life, including their ability to...

Social media and mental health in adolescents: Positive and negative effects

A Yamila Lezcano, PhD, LMHC. Associate Professor of Undergraduate Psychology, Albizu University (Miami Campus) dolescence marks the transition from childhood to young adulthood, during which...

Our language: much more than a celebration

E very month at least one day of awareness of a particular cause is celebrated: perhaps a health condition, some historical struggle, or simply the memory that we live...

988: The evolving mental healthcare landscape & other lifelines

A mid the U.S. government’s decision to create a specialized hotline dedicated to those at risk of suicide or experiencing suicidal ideation, the reception of the public at large...

Extraordinary advances on Neural Sciences: Implications for neuropsychology training

T he last decade of the 20th century saw the most significant advances in scientific understanding of the brain. In this context, there was a consolidation of the concept...

Addressing Alzheimer’s disease caregiver burnout

A ccording to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 6 million individuals live with Alzheimer’s Disease in the United States. Alzheimer’s is a neurodegenerative disease mostly known for its key...

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S ocial connection is a fundamental human need and a critical aspect of psychological well-being.  It encompasses the relationships...

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T he United States has been described as a rape-prone culture (Rozee, as cited in Chrisler & Ferguson, 2006). ...