Category Archives: Mental Health
The Kaiser Strike Exposes a Broken Mental Health System Built on Symptom Management, Not Care
As nearly 2,400 Kaiser mental health workers continue their strike, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the mental health industry is not providing the care most people need. While the striking workers are asking for more time to manage their workloads … Continue reading
Posted in Healthcare, Mental Health
Tagged Behavioral Health, burnout, healthcare, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Kaiser, Kaiser Permanente, Mental Health, strike, therapy, worker strike
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Safety in Uncertainty: Protecting Ourselves and Others Through IPNB
In times of growing fear and division, such as those surrounding political uncertainty, it’s vital to mindfully choose our safety strategies for our own well-being and the collective health of those around us. As another Trump administration looms on the … Continue reading
Posted in Community, Mental Health
Tagged Community, connection, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Mental Health, political, politics, President, Regulation, Trump, uncertainty, well-being
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The Brain Isn’t Broken; Medicine’s Approach to Depression is Faulty
A recent study on rumination and depression suggests that brain structure plays a major role in why some individuals get stuck in repetitive negative thinking. The researchers identified differences in the precuneus, a brain region linked to self-reflection and memory, … Continue reading
Posted in Brain Function, Mental Health
Tagged brain, brain function, depression, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Mental Health, neurobiology, Psychology, rumination, science
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Election Aftermath: Shifting from Fear to Safety in Uncertain Times
If thinking about the future makes you feel afraid, you’re normal. And, your nervous system needs support. Chronic fear and the resulting hypervigilance are the biggest disruptors to nervous system health, self-regulation, homeostasis, and overall well-being. Our nervous systems scan … Continue reading
Posted in Mental Health, Politics, Uncategorized
Tagged Community, connection, emotions, feelings, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Mental Health, Regulation, safety, well-being
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Why I’m Not Watching Election Day Coverage
Election Day can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. The constant stream of breaking news, updates, opinions, and reactions floods our screens, and we’re expected to tune in as if our very survival depends on it. This year, however, I’ve made … Continue reading
Posted in Mental Health
Tagged Community, election, election day, Mental Health, Nervous System, news, voting, well-being
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Why an Increase in Mental Health Workers Won’t Solve Our Crisis
The U.S. is reportedly experiencing a significant shortage of mental health professionals, affecting over 150 million people in shortage areas, and projected to worsen. The shortage severely limits access to care, particularly in rural and low-income communities, where Medicaid recipients … Continue reading
The Psychiatric Workforce Crisis: Meeting a Real Need or Fueling the Industry?
According to the Columbia University Department of Psychiatry, a growing need for psychiatrists is becoming critical, especially in rural areas where access to mental health care is limited. The U.S. is projected to face a shortage of up to 21,000 … Continue reading
Posted in Mental Health
Tagged Behavioral Health, industry, market, Mental Health, mental illness industry, psychiatrist, psychiatry
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Burnout on the Picket Line: A Call for Revolutionary Change in Mental Health Care
Kaiser Permanente healthcare workers have entered their second week of striking. The strike involves psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses, and therapists who provide mental health services to Kaiser’s 4.8 million members. The union seeks better staffing levels, pay parity with … Continue reading
IPNB: a Framework for Anxiety Relief
Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB) can be particularly helpful for people who suffer from anxiety by offering a framework that integrates the mind, brain, and relationships. Here’s how it can be beneficial: Understanding the Brain’s Response to AnxietyIPNB provides a comprehensive understanding … Continue reading
Posted in Mental Health
Tagged anxiety, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Mental Health, wellness
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The Misplaced Rage of Incels
Patriarchy and domination hierarchies cut both ways, harming not only women but also men. While incels blame women for their frustrations, the deeper issue lies in the patriarchal system itself, which sets rigid expectations for gender roles and promotes toxic … Continue reading
Posted in Mental Health
Tagged hierarchy, incel, Incels, masculinity, Mental Health, misogyny, patriarchy, Psychology
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