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Speaking in Tongues

Examining anomalous claims about language and cognition

Cluster B
The Center of Attention

Karen Stollznow Ph.D. on October 27, 2023

HPD is diagnosed in women more often, although due to bias, it's likely the condition is misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed in men.

HPD is diagnosed in women more often, although due to bias, it's likely the condition is misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed in men.

Relationships
Love/Hate Relationships

Karen Stollznow Ph.D. on July 25, 2023

Spitting is a defense mechanism employed by people with BPD and other personality disorders to help them better handle volatile and overwhelming emotions.

Spitting is a defense mechanism employed by people with BPD and other personality disorders to help them better handle volatile and overwhelming emotions.

Sex
Sex 'Addiction' and Compulsive Sexual Behavior

Karen Stollznow Ph.D. on June 7, 2023

Sexual compulsivity is an extremely trying mental health condition, but it can be overcome with appropriate treatment and dedication to healing.

Sexual compulsivity is an extremely trying mental health condition, but it can be overcome with appropriate treatment and dedication to healing.

Spirituality
Kanye West and the Meaning of Vows of Silence

Karen Stollznow Ph.D. on November 4, 2022

After making discriminatory remarks that resulted in losing partnerships, Kanye West effectively took a vow of silence. This practice has a long history.

After making discriminatory remarks that resulted in losing partnerships, Kanye West effectively took a vow of silence. This practice has a long history.