Category: Popular Culture

#MeToo: The Psychology of Reporting Sexual Harassment Or Abuse on Social Media

The movement of countless individuals coming forward to publicly proclaim that, they too, have been sexually harassed or abused in their past is sweeping the nation. Each disclosure of sexual harassment or abuse triggers another. When one person discloses something difficult and/or extremely personal in a group, it often empowers others to do the same. […]

Manchester by the Sea & Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

This past weekend, I saw the Oscar-nominated film, Manchester by the Sea, at Nashville’s own and newly renovated Belcourt Theatre. For those of you unfamiliar with The Belcourt, I highly recommend you check it out – and become a member. It’s a non-profit organization, one of Nashville’s most vibrant arts organizations and a leader among […]

Don’t Psychoanalyze Me! Reducing The Stigma Of Psychotherapy and Mental Health

Without fail, when out at a party or social function, many people have fairly typical responses to learning that I am a psychologist. While a small minority might have an issue that they immediately want to share with me (which does not bother me because I love my work and am happy to help), many […]