How our brain makes sense of a noisy world, with Nina Kraus, PhD

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It takes courage to be creative, with Zorana Ivcevic Pringle, PhD

Creativity isn’t just about making art or music -- it's about how we approach problems, respond to challenges and turn our ideas into reality. Zorana Ivcevic Pringle, PhD, author of “The Creativity Choice,” discusses the many forms of creativity; why it takes courage to be creati ...  Show more

Invisible scars: Recognizing and treating medical trauma, with James C. Jackson, PsyD

Every year, millions of people go through harrowing medical experiences, from a stay in the ICU to a difficult childbirth to the frustration of dealing with chronic pain. These experiences can leave scars on our minds as well as our bodies. Psychologist James C. Jackson, PhD, aut ...  Show more

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