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The Surgeon General’s Warning on Parental Stress: the IPNB Case for Community and Systemic Support
From an Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB) perspective, the Surgeon General’s warning about parents being stressed out highlights the critical role of relationships and community in mental health. Here’s how IPNB might frame this issue: Importance of Relational SafetyIPNB emphasizes the significance … Continue reading
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Tagged burnout, connection, culture, Empathy, healthcare, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Mental Health, parental leave, parents, Psychology, Regulation, resilience, structure, surgeon general, warning, work
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Why ‘Just Let It Go’ Falls Short: The Healing Power of Empathy
It seems like people who say dismissive things to trauma survivors like “just let it go” don’t consciously realize why they say them. This was the case with my friend of many years, who repeatedly told me to “just let … Continue reading
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Tagged Complex PTSD, fix, friend, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, let it go, Mental Health, Psychology, PTSD, rescue, shipmate
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Palm-Sized Neurobiology: The Hand Model of the Brain
The “hand model of the brain,” (video) created by Dr. Dan Siegel, is a simple and visual way to understand basic brain functions. It’s especially useful from an Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB) perspective. Here’s why Easy to Understand The hand model … Continue reading
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Tagged brain, Dr Dan Siegel, hand, hand model of the brain, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Mental Health, mind, Psychology
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An Interpersonal Neurobiology View of Pity, Sympathy, Empathy, and Compassion
From an Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB) perspective, understanding the differences between sympathy, empathy, and compassion involves examining how each affects our brain, mind, and relational dynamics. Pity Definition: Pity involves feeling sorrow or regret for someone else’s misfortune, often accompanied by … Continue reading
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Tagged compassion, Empathy, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Mental Health, pity, Sympathy
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The Hand Model of the Brain: A Tool for Understanding and Managing Stress
When somebody is “flipping their lid,” it’s a clear sign that they are overwhelmed and not in control of their emotions. In these moments, what’s going on in their brain, and how can we help them? The Brain on Red … Continue reading
Unlocking the Secrets of Social Bonds: The Role of Neurochemicals in Building Community
Oxytocin, known as the “love hormone,” fosters emotional bonds and trust through positive social interactions like hugging and childbirth. Serotonin contributes to mood and social behavior, while dopamine’s release reinforces positive social interactions. Endorphins act as natural painkillers and mood enhancers, enhancing well-being and social bonding. Balancing these neurochemicals is crucial for fostering trust and building meaningful relationships. Continue reading
The Neurobiology of Connection and Community: a live, in-person public event on August 20th
Tuesday, August 20, 7 PM – 8:30 PM Buzz Ware Community Center2119 The Highway, Arden DE 19810 Presented by Shay Seaborne CPTSD and Imogen Ragone In this interactive 90-minute in-person workshop we will explore the neurobiological aspects of connection and … Continue reading
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Tagged ArdenDE, Community, connection, events, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Mental Health, Psychology
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Prior Authorization: Driver of Poor Patient Outcomes and Physician Burnout
Medical prior authorization “‘wreaks havoc on patient care,’ according to a recent release from the American Medical Association (AMA),” reports Health Policy Today*. The organization’s 2023 survey “found prior authorization was responsible for care delays in nearly every instance and … Continue reading