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Emotional Deprivation: How ‘Crying It Out’ Shapes Brain Development and Contributes to Personality Disorders

After my first child was born, my then mother-in-law repeatedly insisted I should “Just let her cry,” alone in her crib because “it won’t hurt her.” My instincts said my baby needed safe connection, and I followed my instincts. From … Continue reading

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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

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Understanding Overeating and Stress Relief: An Interpersonal Neurobiology Perspective

Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB), pioneered by Dr. Daniel Siegel, offers a holistic framework that integrates various scientific disciplines to understand the mind, brain, and relationships. This perspective sheds light on how behaviors like overeating, particularly of high-sugar and high-fat foods, can … Continue reading

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