Author: Loren Soeiro

By teaching some of the principles used in cognitive-behavioral therapy, a youth program in Chicago may be able to reduce violent crime.  Article written by Dylan Matthews.

http://www.vox.com/2014/5/1/5669578/how-chicago-is-using-psychotherapy-to-fight-crime-and-winning

A research-supported method of reducing unwanted, obsessive thoughts.  Article written by Heidi Grant Halvorson, Ph.D.

http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-science-success/201004/yes-you-can-stop-thinking-about-it

Some common misconceptions regarding the therapist’s role.  Article written by Ruben Khoddam.

http://psychconnection.wordpress.com/2014/05/01/what-do-you-expect-out-of-your-therapist/

Having genuine interactions with strangers can perk up one’s mood.  Article written by Michael Norton and Elizabeth W. Dunn.

http://www.nytimes.com/2014/04/26/opinion/sunday/hello-stranger.html?_r=1#

Stress can aggravate early disease processes, such as metabolic syndrome; conversely, diet may be able to protect against the metabolic effects of stress.  Article written by Rick Nauert, Ph.D.

http://psychcentral.com/news/2014/04/30/chronic-stress-increases-dietary-health-risks/69187.html