by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Oct 22, 2024 | Neuroscience and the Brain
Why do Humans Need Justice? Our powerful instinct for fairness and justice is a key part of what makes us human. We expect rewards to match efforts, punishments to fit crimes, and people to be treated equally (Starmans et al., 2017). This drive for equity shapes our...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Sep 17, 2024 | Anthropology and Evo Psych, Neuroscience and the Brain
What is the Psychology of Ritual and Animism? Ritual and animism are distinct but related concepts that offer insights into the workings of the emotional and preconscious mind. While they are often associated with religious or spiritual practices, they can also be...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Aug 7, 2024 | Trauma Treatment in Alabama, Trauma, Depth Psychology, and Social Work
The Impact of Trauma on the Brain and Body Trauma can have a profound impact on both the brain and the body. When an individual experiences a traumatic event, the body’s natural stress response is activated, releasing a flood of stress hormones such as cortisol...
by Joel Blackstock LICSW-S MSW PIP | Jun 28, 2023 | Alternative Medicine and Holistic Health
What is the Body Brain: Into The Psyche-Soma In this article, we’ll delve into a phenomenological understanding of the different parts of the brain and how they contribute to our experiences. This discussion aims to provide an experiential explanation rather...