Recent research in neuroscience introduces mixed selectivity as a groundbreaking concept in understanding cognitive processing. This blog explores the multi-layered intricacies of mixed selectivity, as highlighted in a study by Kay M. Tye, Earl K. Miller, Felix H. Taschbach, Marcus K. Benna, Mattia Rigotti, and...
Throughout my time working with adolescents over the past three years, I have found that when teenagers experience suicidal ideation or engage in self-harm behaviors, they are often worried about telling their caregiver(s) for the following reasons: They are worried they will be in trouble...
An Introduction to Polyvagal theory and how it can be applicable to each of us Polyvagal theory was originally founded by Dr. Stephen Porges, and neuroscientist and psychologist, in 1994. Within these findings, he conceptualized a way of understanding how the nervous system ( the...
Gender and sexuality can be difficult topics to discuss, especially with children and adolescents. As children grow, we see their identity and personality begin to develop and shine through. While there's no pressure to label or define a young child's identity, it can be useful...