Dr. Ian Cook is the Director and CEO of the Los Angeles TMS Institute, and is Professor Emeritus at UCLA in both psychiatry and bioengineering. For most of the past three decades, Dr. Cook’s clinical focus has been on the treatment of mood disorders. His research has...
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, scientists are even more motivated to see what social isolation does to the human brain. While direct causality cannot be assumed just yet, researchers suggest that social isolation can lead to cognitive decline and even a shrinkage...
Something’s up with our kids. Depression rates and suicides are on the rise. In a world that can feel scary and “psychologically taxing” at times, what can we do to help our children become resilient? The answer: treat their anxiety, as well as our own. In this piece,...
With the rise of social media in the so-called “digital age,” people are spending hours upon hours on their devices. Evidence is showing that, if unchecked, heavy social media usage can be harmful to our mental and physical health. It's worth considering a digital...
The coronavirus pandemic has made sleep difficult for many people, prompting some physicians to coin the resulting insomnia “COVID-somnia.” If you have tried lifestyle modifications and are still not getting restful sleep, it may be worth talking to your doctor about...
Dr. Sarah Schewitz is a licensed psychologist specializing in love & relationships and founder of the successful online psychology practice, Couples Learn. She has been working with couples and individuals to improve their love lives for over 10 years. Dr. Sarah was...