Unconditional Positive Regard

Jehovah’s Witnesses are often judgmental and have a black and white view of the world. XJWs might carry on with these traits without knowing even it.  This will hamper their personal growth as well as their capacity to help others.  So let me introduce you to a concept in psychology called Unconditional Positive Regard. TheContinueContinue reading “Unconditional Positive Regard”

Divalproex Sodium (Depakote)

2019 Article where I explore the psychiatric drug Divalproex Sodium. Divalproex Sodium is a medication that is used as an anti-convulsant, antiepileptic, and mood stabilizer.  Some common names include Depakote, Depakene, and Valproic Acid.  Its chemical formula is C16H31NaO4.  Divalproex Sodium is a fatty acid comprised of sodium valproate and valproic acid.  When consumed theContinueContinue reading “Divalproex Sodium (Depakote)”

Attention Processing Theories and PTSD

The following is a literature review I wrote in 2017 on the subject of Top-Down and Bottom-up cognitive processing and PTSD. Our perception of the world around us is affected by our attention processing styles.  Attention processing styles can be divided into top-down and bottom-up styles. (Avery, Dutt & Krichmar 2014) Bottom-up processing refers toContinueContinue reading “Attention Processing Theories and PTSD”