Welcome to my blog! I am a Clinical and Behavioral Psychologist in private practice in Kaneohe, Hawaii and and Adjunct Professor at Hawaii Pacific University. Continue reading Aloha!
Month: March 2015
iPads and the Embarrassment Factor
An unexpected response to students receiving IPads for college.
The scientific argument for being emotional
New research shows that our feelings are more important to our health than we ever thought. An expert explains.
http://goo.gl/4LL9e
When Truisms Are True
By SUNTAE KIM, EVAN POLMAN and JEFFREY SANCHEZ-BURKS
Published: February 25, 2012
Our research has shown that people are indeed more creative when physically thinking “outside the box.”
How Target Figured Out A Teen Girl Was Pregnant Before Her Father Did
Every time you go shopping, you share intimate details about your consumption patterns with retailers
http://goo.gl/VGlUw
The Art of Distraction
The Art of Distraction
By HANIF KUREISHI
Published: February 18, 2012
Sometimes things get done better when you’re doing something else.
Problem with Procrastination? Try Doing Nothing!
http://goo.gl/tkx2G
Physically abused children report higher levels of psychosomatic symptoms
Bringing Up Bébé: Are French Parents Really Superior?
Author Pamela Druckerman praises the French for imposing discipline and order on their kids. But do these high expectations come at the expense of hugs and kisses?
http://goo.gl/1hHyt
Mindful Eating as Food for Thought
A concept based on Buddhist teachings encourages people to eat slowly, paying close attention to the sensation and purpose of each morsel.