As a physician leader and researcher in psychiatry, I have spent much of my career studying the ways in which the mind affects the body. One phenomenon that has fascinated me for years is the placebo effect. What Is The Placebo Effect? This is a well-documented phenomenon in which a patient experiences a positive health […]
The Positive Effects of Mindfulness
Mindfulness is a powerful technique that has gained increasing attention in recent years due to its numerous benefits on physical and mental health. Mindfulness is defined as the practice of paying attention to the present moment, without judgment. It involves focusing on sensations, thoughts, and emotions as they arise, with an attitude of curiosity and […]
What Are The Branches Of Psychology?
Psychology is a huge field that researchers are always learning more about. There is a lot we don’t yet understand about the human mind and what causes us to behave the way we do. The field as we know it today has only been around for a little over one hundred years, so there are […]
How To Exercise For Your Mental Health
We have all heard a million times how important exercise is for our physical health, but what about our mental well-being? The connection between the mind and body is very strong, and exercise has been shown to be a huge factor in taking care of our mental health. As a physician leader, scientist, and […]
3 Mental Health Tips For Working From Home
The COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns forced many people around the world to work from home if they could. Since we have come out of lockdown, many companies have continued this work-from-home model. There are many benefits to working from home, including increased flexibility and no commute time. It also comes with its set of challenges, […]
