Does OCD Go Away On Its Own?
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a condition that affects about 1-2% of the global population. Many people have a lot of misconceptions about OCD, including what help is available and whether or not it can go away on its own. As a Cognitive Science Research,…
3 Careers For Cognitive Science Majors
If you are thinking about going to college and are interested in the way the human brain thinks, then a degree in cognitive science could be for you! It is an interdisciplinary field that combines neuroscience, psychology, philosophy, linguistics, and more. But what kind of…
What Causes OCD?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a fairly common condition. In the United States, around 1 in every 100 adults has OCD. Globally, it is estimated that about 1.1% – 1.8% of the population deals with OCD. If you or someone you know struggles with this condition, you…
4 Self Care Tips For Autumn
With the busy summer season over, autumn is a great time to get into self-care routines. Colder weather and shorter days have a tendency to bring people’s moods down and have a negative effect on emotional health. However, autumn is the perfect time to relax…
What Are The Different Types Of Schizophrenia?
Schizophrenia is a commonly misunderstood mental health condition that affects about 24 million people worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. General symptoms of schizophrenia include hallucinations, delusions, disorganized speech thinking, and behavior, and inability to function as typical. Did you know that there are…
Top 3 Misconceptions About OCD
OCD is a commonly misunderstood condition. Have you or someone you know ever casually said “I’m just so OCD” while cleaning? Well, there is a lot more to OCD than obsessive cleaning. Dr. Ileana Berman is a Cognitive Science Researcher with over 30 years…
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