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Negative Memory Bias and Depression: When the Glass Always Seems Half Empty

As seen in Psychology Today. Coping with depression is no easy task no matter how mild the condition may be. Depression is a mood disorder characterized by feelings of hopelessness, emptiness, loneliness, and excessive guilt for extended periods of time. Individuals with major depressive disorder will experience episodes lasting at least two weeks. Individuals with […]

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Borderline Personality Disorder and Suicide: What the Neurobiological Evidence Says

As seen in Psychology Today. The United States is experiencing a suicide crisis. A report issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention last year revealed that the suicide rate has skyrocketed in the US in recent years, and that it has become the 10th leading cause of death in the nation. In 2016 […]

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How Schizophrenia Affects Circadian Rhythms: From Disturbed Sleep to the Diurnal Expression of Genes

As seen in Psychology Today. Schizophrenia affects between an estimated 0.25 percent and 0.64 percent of Americans, which translates into roughly 800,000 to 2 million people. On account of its prevalence, schizophrenia can also be a burdensome illness. A study published in the Lancet recently claimed that it is one of the top 15 causes […]

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