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...
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...
Summer Self-Care Tips
Summer is seen as a time when we are supposed to feel happy and carefree. Despite this, our emotional health struggles do not simply disappear when the weather gets warmer. With summer here, it is still important that we take steps to maintain and care...
Why Does Exercise Reduce Stress?
Most people struggle with their emotional health at some point in their lives. If we don’t take steps to care for our brain, stress can build up and eventually overwhelm us. If you have ever struggled with periods of anxiety or depression, someone may have...
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