Perhaps the top competitor to my love of psychology is my love of philosophy. Both fields pursue similar subjects such as the nature of mind, identity, and free will and are thus fields that will always be in dialogue with
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The 2012 Ted Talk “A Tale of Mental Illness: from the Inside” given by Elyn Saks, a USC professor of Law, Psychology, and Psychiatry, delves into Sak’s own battle with chronic schizophrenia (Saks, 2012). When she was first diagnosed with
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Valentine’s Day. Love it or hate it, this day marks its presence every year, bringing with it all the trappings of pink, red, heart-shaped eyes, and overpriced chocolates. But beyond these outward expressions of love, however, does there exist an
Lunar New Year. A holiday that celebrates the start of the new year based on the lunar calendar, celebrated to the same extent that American culture celebrates Christmas. This year is the first year I celebrate this momentous holiday away
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Does checking social media frequently impact your mood? Understanding how to navigate all the new platforms available, like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, Tumblr, Pinterest, Reddit, and many more, can be overwhelming these days. If you find yourself feeling exceptionally sad, happy, or angry
