Mental illness sucks. Even The New York Times says so. Depression, anxiety and other psychiatric disorders can greatly impact someone's ability to work. According to NAMI, 46 million Americans have more than just a case of...
Have you ever wanted to learn how to better tackle depression? Two articles entitled "What can you do when you're flattened by depression? plan for it" and "What to do when a relationship's over - but...
In therapy, it takes two to tango. The therapist must build a trusting relationship with the client, provide a safe space for the client to share their thoughts and feelings, and assist the client in their...
You’re Not Sure It Works The use of digital tools for cognitive rehabilitation has gained popularity in programs across the country. Dr. Alice Medalia emphasizes the utility and necessity of digital platforms in therapy. Medalia, founder...
The rise of the 20th century brought innovations that have changed both assessment and treatment of neurological and psychiatric disorders. For years, the brain has remained a mystery as the only insights into structural and...
Setting up a cognitive rehabilitation program offers many benefits. It builds cognitive skills needed to accomplish tasks, has patients engaging in a stimulating environment incorporating individual and group work, and facilitates transfer of skills to...
Rehabilitation of cognitive function is a topic of interest among many mental-health and neurological medicine practitioners. Intact cognitive abilities are needed to succeed in daily life: housekeeping, meal preparation, driving, work, and socializing all require...
The Who Who Does Bridging? Many kinds of therapists bridge! Psychologists, SLP’s, OT’s, and social workers are just a few of many therapists who perform bridging in their practices. Who can benefit from bridging? Everyone. Patients with...
What is Language? While many complex definitions exist, language is the way that people communicate. In a language, words are connected in meaningful patterns to form logical sentences (syntax). The smallest component of language is a...
Brain-injury causes not only cognitive and physical disturbance, but emotional. Many patients suffer from depression, with a report of approximately 42-52% of patients within a year post-injury. 49% of people suffering from a brain injury...
