Author: Kate Maretsky

Am I a psychopath?

The short answer: most likely no. While individuals can exhibit certain traits of psychopathy, there is more to the clinical assessment of this diagnosis. The term “psychopath” has become colloquial in its use. It is thrown around when a friend does something out of the norm, when a character on TV displays particular traits, and […]

Trauma’s Effect On the Brain

Trauma impacts an individual’s body physically, mentally, and emotionally. Whether someone has experienced abuse, war, accidents, natural disasters, any violence, etc., the body creates imprints of these memories on the brain and body causing major changes. While these changes and reactions are detrimental to someone’s health, there are ways to heal from traumas and help […]