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Friday Factoids: How Much Is Too Much?
Most people consume one form of caffeine or another on a daily basis. So what’s the big deal? Caffeine is a stimulating substance that can negatively impact your body. Excessive caffeine intake can cause symptoms similar to those found in … Continue reading
Surviving Match: Personal Stories
Match. As I wrote this, the word stayed alone on the page for several days. I nodded enthusiastically when this project was proposed, but deep down I heard a sigh. Match. I spent two years applying … Continue reading
Friday Factoids: So, You Think You Know About Mental Health Issues?
John M. Grohol, Psy.D, listed the Top 10 Myths About Mental Health at Pychcentral. Despite a lot of community education in the last few years, many of these myths remain firmly planted in the minds and hearts of the … Continue reading
Continuing Education Opportunity
Former intern Margarita Lorence sent word about a seminar at Vanderbilt that could be useful to staff and students: The route to psychosis: what differentiates individuals with psychotic experiences with and without a ‘need-for-care’? It is increasingly recognized … Continue reading
Commonly Abused Drugs: Names and Street Names
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) has a lot of resources for students and clinicians wanting to learn more about alcohol and drug abuse. Following our recent intern seminar on assessment of alcohol and drug use, our … Continue reading