Tag Archives: interpersonal neurobiology
What if your overwhelm, exhaustion, and disconnection weren’t personal failures, but survival responses to chronic unsafety?
What if your overwhelm, exhaustion, and disconnection weren’t personal failures, but survival responses to chronic unsafety? We’re living in a world that constantly taxes our nervous systems with political chaos, financial strain, social disconnection, and a culture that rewards … Continue reading
Posted in Mental Health
Tagged Community, disconnection, distress, Imogen Ragone, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, overwhelm, safety, Shay Seaborne, workshop
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Beyond Diagnosis: What Children of Parents with Mental Illness Really Need
According to an article from Neuroscience News, a new study confirms that children of parents with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder are at a significantly higher risk of developing mental health issues than peers whose parents do not have these diagnoses. … Continue reading
Posted in Children, Mental Health
Tagged bipolar disorder, interpersonal neurobiology, intervention, IPNB, schizophrenia, stuidy, support
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The Oysters of Betrayal: How My Father’s Cruelty Fed My Fire
As I grew up, I became increasingly oppositional to my father, who exhibited multiple symptoms of malignant narcissism and was likely a dark tetrad. In reaction, the man charged with my care targeted me more intently. I had the gall … Continue reading
Posted in Abuse
Tagged betrayal, father, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Narcissist, oysters
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“Postpartum Psychosis May Run in Families,” But It’s Not In the Genes
“Postpartum Psychosis May Run in Families,” blares a headline at Neuroscience News. From an Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB) perspective, what is often described as a condition that “runs in families” may not be primarily genetic, but rather deeply shaped by relational … Continue reading
Posted in Mental Health, Parenting
Tagged genetic, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Mental Health, patterns, pregnancy, psychosis
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A Cry for Help is a Call for Connection
The classic meaning of a cry for help is often seen as a dramatic or urgent signal that someone is in distress and needs immediate attention. It’s sometimes misunderstood as attention-seeking or manipulative, especially when it doesn’t follow expected patterns. … Continue reading
Posted in Mental Health
Tagged attention, connection, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB
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Elon Musk: Unfit for Service
From the lens of Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB)—a multidisciplinary framework that highlights the integration of brain, mind, and relationships—effective government leadership must support social cohesion, emotional regulation, and ethical responsibility. Elon Musk’s leadership style consistently undermines these foundations. His impulsive behavior, … Continue reading
Posted in IPNB of Hierarchy
Tagged Elon, Elon Musk, integration, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, leaders, Leadership', Musk, service
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The Neurobiological Case for Eliminating Billionaires
In recent years, discussions around the concentration of wealth, particularly in the hands of billionaires, have intensified. As wealth disparities reach unprecedented levels, so too does the impact on individuals and societies as a whole. While critiques of extreme wealth … Continue reading
Posted in IPNB of Hierarchy
Tagged billionaires, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, neurobiology, social structure, society, ultra-wealthy, wealth, well-being
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Our Behavior is Shaped by Experiences and Relationships
From an interpersonal neurobiology (IPNB) perspective, our behavior is deeply influenced by our brain and nervous system, which are shaped by our experiences and relationships. People with mental health issues often have histories of trauma and stress that affect their … Continue reading
Posted in Mental Health
Tagged Behavioral Health, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Mental Health, relationships, support, Trauma
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The Many Weaknesses of Elon Musk and the System That Fosters Him
Celebrity billionaire Elon Musk has been portrayed as a visionary, a genius, who reshapes industries and pushes the boundaries of innovation. However, when we step back and examine the deeper layers of his success, we begin to see that much … Continue reading
Posted in IPNB of Hierarchy
Tagged Billionaire, connection, culture, Domination, Elon Musk, Empathy, hierarchy, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Musk, power, safety, society, success, thriving, well-being
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The Unscientific Nature of Psychiatry and the Fallacy of the Chemical Cure
I recently came across the article “Op-Ed: Why Anti-Psychiatry Now Fails and Harms.” The piece discusses the evolution of the anti-psychiatry movement, highlighting its shift from an academic critique to a disorganized entity that spreads disinformation, potentially deterring individuals from … Continue reading