A movie about Mentalization-based treatment (MBT) featuring Anthony Bateman and Espen Folmo. MBT is a form of psychodynamic psychotherapy, developed and manualised by Peter Fonagy, Anthony Bateman and Sigmund Karterud. MBT was designed for individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD), who suffer from disorganised attachment and allegedly failed to develop a mentalization capacity within the… Read More What is Mentalizing
Erik Erikson was a developmental psychologist who proposed a psychosocial theory of human development. His theory includes eight stages of development that span the entire lifespan, from infancy to old age. According to Erikson, each stage is characterized by a specific developmental task or crisis that individuals must successfully navigate in order to develop a… Read More Erikson’s theory
It is not uncommon for people to mask their true character or hide their true feelings or intentions. This can be due to a variety of reasons, such as fear of judgment or rejection, a desire to fit in or be liked, or a need to protect oneself from perceived threats. Here are some signs… Read More Masking True Character
Research has shown that frequent liars tend to have different prefrontal cortexes compared to individuals who do not lie as much. The prefrontal cortex is the part of the brain that is involved in decision-making, impulse control, and social behavior. Studies have found that individuals who frequently lie tend to have a smaller prefrontal cortex,… Read More Lying and Brain Structure
A false persona is a fabricated or exaggerated version of oneself that is presented to others. It’s often created to impress others, gain social status or acceptance, or hide aspects of oneself that are perceived as negative or undesirable. People may adopt a false persona for various reasons, such as to fit in with a… Read More False persona
Childhood trauma can have a profound and lasting impact on a person’s physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Dr. Bessel van der Kolk is a leading expert in the field of trauma and has extensively studied the effects of childhood trauma on individuals. Here are some of the key effects of childhood trauma as identified by… Read More Childhood Trauma
The nervous system is a complex network of nerves and cells that transmit signals between different parts of the body. While every nerve in the body serves a specific function, some are considered more important than others. Here are some of the most important nerves in the body: Overall, every nerve in the body is… Read More The most important nerves in the body
It’s not uncommon for people to feel guilty about their grief, especially if they feel like they are not grieving “correctly” or if they feel like they should have been able to prevent the loss. However, it’s important to remember that grief is a natural and normal response to loss, and everyone grieves differently. Here… Read More Feeling guilty about grief
Linda C J Turner | Trauma Therapist & Emotional Healing Specialist 