The Blame Game

The complete guide to blaming: How to play and how to quit.

Humor
Can People Be Too Woke to Joke?

Neil Farber M.D, Ph.D., CLC, CPT on May 9, 2022

Humor can be divisive. New research sheds light on the complex terrain of stereotype jokes. What determines funny vs. offensive?

Humor can be divisive. New research sheds light on the complex terrain of stereotype jokes. What determines funny vs. offensive?

Psychology
The Psychology of Successful Copywriting

Neil Farber M.D, Ph.D., CLC, CPT on December 8, 2020

The psychology of persuasion through text is called copywriting. Here are 10 ways to increase revenue, improve sales, get readers to "click," and engage your audience.

The psychology of persuasion through text is called copywriting. Here are 10 ways to increase revenue, improve sales, get readers to "click," and engage your audience.

Politics
Cyber-Politics on Social Media

Neil Farber M.D, Ph.D., CLC, CPT on May 28, 2020

The air is politically charged. It seems that every post on social media has something to do with politics. You want to share your opinions and insights. But should you?

The air is politically charged. It seems that every post on social media has something to do with politics. You want to share your opinions and insights. But should you?

Resilience
Failing Your Way to Success

Neil Farber M.D, Ph.D., CLC, CPT on March 9, 2020

Dr. Itay Gil, a combat member and instructor of the Yamam, Israel's Elite Counter-Terror Unit writes about fostering resilience in the highest stress environments.

Dr. Itay Gil, a combat member and instructor of the Yamam, Israel's Elite Counter-Terror Unit writes about fostering resilience in the highest stress environments.

Stress
The Ultimate Stress Test

Neil Farber M.D, Ph.D., CLC, CPT on February 24, 2020

A look inside the Yamam, Israel's elite counter-terror warfare unit. What can we learn about resilience in the face of the ultimate stress test?

A look inside the Yamam, Israel's elite counter-terror warfare unit. What can we learn about resilience in the face of the ultimate stress test?

Resilience
Fostering Resilience: Israeli Style

Neil Farber M.D, Ph.D., CLC, CPT on January 13, 2020

Israel is a leading nation in fostering resilience. Unfortunately it is knowledge born out of necessity from constant war and terrorist attacks. What can we learn?

Israel is a leading nation in fostering resilience. Unfortunately it is knowledge born out of necessity from constant war and terrorist attacks. What can we learn?

Trust
How to Avoid Getting Conned

Neil Farber M.D, Ph.D., CLC, CPT on September 12, 2019

No matter how smart, anyone can fall victim to a con artist. Luckily, there are steps we can take to supplement our natural “con alarm” system and improve our defenses.

No matter how smart, anyone can fall victim to a con artist. Luckily, there are steps we can take to supplement our natural “con alarm” system and improve our defenses.

Relationships
Protecting Those We Love

Neil Farber M.D, Ph.D., CLC, CPT on November 6, 2018

Two young women were murdered. Their deaths were preventable. Realistic, effective, self-defense programs are critical to develop psychological preparedness.

Two young women were murdered. Their deaths were preventable. Realistic, effective, self-defense programs are critical to develop psychological preparedness.

Sport and Competition
Forever Winning

Neil Farber M.D, Ph.D., CLC, CPT on August 6, 2018

In Chinese, Yong Sheng means "forever winning." It's the Chinese name of Sir Vincent Lyn; an example of how one can do good while he is doing well.

In Chinese, Yong Sheng means "forever winning." It's the Chinese name of Sir Vincent Lyn; an example of how one can do good while he is doing well.

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Cut-offs cut deep and wide, their emotional impact reverberating far beyond the combatants. Because much of the suffering is hidden, repair is challenging for everyone, not least of all therapists.

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