Introduction The field of psychology has witnessed significant advancements in recent years, shedding light on the intricate workings of the human mind and the factors that shape our emotional and mental well-being. Affective neuroscience, interpersonal neurobiology, and psychotherapy are three fields that have gained prominence for their contributions to our understanding of human behaviour and …
Introduction: In the intricate landscape of mental health, psychotherapy emerges not only as a dialogue between minds but as a transformative force that leaves imprints on the very fabric of the brain. The question of how psychotherapy changes the brain is a fascinating journey into the study of neuroplasticity—a phenomenon that underscores the remarkable adaptability …
Addiction neurobiology research has demonstrated that there are 3 fundamental pathways in the brain that moderate the risk for relapse with any behaviour whether involving substance use or not. These pathways will be explored in more detail in this post. Keep reading below if you would like to improve your awareness around relapse triggers. The …
Stress is an ongoing reality of life. With prolonged exposure to high stress states however, we can become progressively less aware of the true extent to which stress is affecting our health; whether mentally, physically, emotionally, or otherwise. A Simple Analogy for Stress and Impaired Awareness One way I often illustrate the subtle way in …