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Apr 17

Psychology’s Response to the Virginia Tech Shooting

Posted by Shawn on Apr 17, 2007 in Opinion | 0 comments
Psychology’s Response to the Virginia Tech Shooting
The nation’s reaction to yesterday’s mass murder at Virginia Tech University have been understandable and predictable: lots of speculation and emotion. One of the more predictable responses is coming from my industry. Already, I have heard therapists in the media warning us about the dangers of vicarious trauma, the trauma of anniversary dates (the eighth anniversary of the Columbine massacre is just three days away), and the trauma of compound traumas. If the university where I teach is any indication, well-intentioned mental health professionals are coming out of the woodwork to help....
Apr 16

Do We Really Only Use Ten Percent of Our Brains?

Posted by Shawn on Apr 16, 2007 in Ask the Shrink | 2 comments
Do We Really Only Use Ten Percent of Our Brains?
Let us forego the obvious jokes about politicians and get to the real question: If I try real hard, can I set things on fire with my mind?
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