Introductions

[Courtney]

Lance wrote: "Hello, fellow Psych nerds! :) I'm Lance, I have a BA in International Business/Marketing. I currently own a business, nothing related to Psychology though. I love the Enneagram(5),and MBTI (I'm an ..."

Hi and welcome to the group! I hope you enjoy it!

[Bethanne]

Lance wrote: "Hello, fellow Psych nerds! :) I'm Lance, I have a BA in International Business/Marketing. I currently own a business, nothing related to Psychology though. I love the Enneagram(5),and MBTI (I'm an ..."

Lance, welcome! It's nice to meet you and I look forward to having you in our group.

Bethanne

[Meera]

Hey Guys,I am Meera from India, a medical student.Most of the threads are frozen and I didnt find a common chat box here..(plz do give me the link if there is one)

[Meera]

Courtney,Plz do recommend some good books in Somnambulism, especially with discussion of cases,will check later for your reply!

[Courtney]

Meera wrote: "Courtney,Plz do recommend some good books in Somnambulism, especially with discussion of cases,will check later for your reply!"

Hi welcome to the group. You are more then welcome to recommend any books. We do have a book suggestion area. If you want we can start a topic of conversation in Somnambulism.

[E]

I am new here and just published a new book called Living with Bipolar Disorder
Link: https://www.createspace.com/4294628

[Courtney]

E wrote: "I am new here and just published a new book called Living with Bipolar Disorder
Link: https://www.createspace.com/4294628"

Hi E-

Welcome to the group. We have an area just for authors and their books...please check it out if you are interested!

[Courtney]

Kerry wrote: "hi everyone my name is Kerry. Great group, I love non fiction and reading about human psychology, currently i'm very fascinated by books on DID / MPD. i have some great reccomendations if anyones ..."

Hi Kerry-

Welcome to the group. I hope you enjoy it here. We do have a special section for Authors and their books and where other members can find the links to your books. So please check out that area if you wish.

We are a little slow during summer months.

[Hilda]

Meera wrote: "Courtney,Plz do recommend some good books in Somnambulism, especially with discussion of cases,will check later for your reply!"

I did a lot of research into the history of hypnosis/somnambulism for my biographical novel about Bertha Pappenheim, the ‘founding patient’ of psychoanalysis. A good one was A History of Hypnotism by Alan Gauld. There’s also Letters on Mesmerism by Harriet Martineau who wrote of her own experiences. You can download this one free from the internet.

[Steven]

Hello Everyone! My name is Steven and I am a working on my Bachelor degree in Psychology with a minor in Philosophy. I hope to continue to Grad school where I will earn a Ph.D in Developmental Psychology. Excited to be a part of this group!

[Jennifer]

Welcome Steven. Good luck with your schooling!

[Bethanne]

Welcome, Steven! Your Doctorate program in Developmental Psych sounds exciting!

[Steven]

Thanks!

[Virginia]

Hello Everyone!

I'm Virginia Tell. My only daughter is grown, I'm divorced, and I think I might be the happiest person I know. Life is just…well…great, and I'm happy to say hello to a lot of other like-minded individuals!

Other than being a reading enthusiast, I'm also a writer (but I'm not published yet, so you won't see me promoting my work!) living in Baton Rouge, LA.

I love literary fiction, and that's mostly what I write, but I do read narrative non-fiction also (and write it), and I love hearing what other readers have to say about what they read - that's the best part of being in a group! If any of you want to know a little more about me, you can take a look at www.VirginiaTell.com.

Looking forward to saying hello in the discussions!

[Bethanne]

Virginia wrote: "Hello Everyone!

I'm Virginia Tell. My only daughter is grown, I'm divorced, and I think I might be the happiest person I know. Life is just…well…great, "

Virginia, Welcome to the group! I'll take a look at your website as well; thank you for posting the URL! Welcome from all of the Moderators!

Bethanne

[Courtney]

Steven wrote: "Hello Everyone! My name is Steven and I am a working on my Bachelor degree in Psychology with a minor in Philosophy. I hope to continue to Grad school where I will earn a Ph.D in Developmental Psyc..."

Hello Steven- Welcome to the group!

[Courtney]

Virginia wrote: "Hello Everyone!

I'm Virginia Tell. My only daughter is grown, I'm divorced, and I think I might be the happiest person I know. Life is just…well…great, and I'm happy to say hello to a lot of oth..."

Hello Virginia and Welcome!

[Karol]

Hi, I'm Karol. I am interested in psychology topics because I am very curious about the life of the mind/body, how we establish social norms, mental illness(runs in my family, unfortunately), and how we all survive and sometimes thrive in this crazy world we live in. I'm a journalist by trade, but have had to retire that profession because of lack of jobs. I love to explore neighborhoods, cities, towns, countries, ride my bike, pet my cats, hang with friends and read books!

[Kimberly]

Hi everyone! My name is Kim and I am a school psychologist in Maryland, but I am originally from upstate NY...It was just too cold there, haha. I currently service both a pre k-5 elementary school and an alternative middle/high school. I am very excited to have found this group, as I love reading as much as I love psychology.

Here's to some great reads!

[Bethanne]

Welcome to the group, Kimberly! I'm from upstate New York as well.

[Kimberly]

Bethanne wrote: "Welcome to the group, Kimberly! I'm from upstate New York as well."

Thanks, Bethanne!

[Patrick]

I'm Patrick, I'm 24 and live in Salt Lake Utah. I'm currently getting back into school to get my Bachelors in behavioral health and psychology. I love learning as much as I can about psychology. I especially enjoy learning about behavioral health and mental illness's since I have a few diagnosed mental illnesses myself. The more I understand about psychology, the more hopeful I am about not letting my illness's control my life. Sorry for the novel. I'm excited to start getting involved in this group.

[Bethanne]

Hi, Patrick! Welcome from all of the moderators! I agree that awareness is key. I look forward to more of your posts.

[Courtney]

Karol wrote: "Hi, I'm Karol. I am interested in psychology topics because I am very curious about the life of the mind/body, how we establish social norms, mental illness(runs in my family, unfortunately), and h..."

Hi Karol- Welcome to the group! I also very interested in how we establish social norms especially when it comes to mental illnesses. Welcome from the moderators.

[Courtney]

Patrick wrote: "I'm Patrick, I'm 24 and live in Salt Lake Utah. I'm currently getting back into school to get my Bachelors in behavioral health and psychology. I love learning as much as I can about psychology. I ..."

Hello Patrick and welcome to the group. I wish you well in going back to school.

[Courtney]

Kimberly wrote: "Hi everyone! My name is Kim and I am a school psychologist in Maryland, but I am originally from upstate NY...It was just too cold there, haha. I currently service both a pre k-5 elementary school ..."

Hello Kimberly,

What do you at the schools? I have always wanted to go to NY. Welcome to the group I hope you enjoy it here.

[Kimberly]

Courtney wrote: "Kimberly wrote: "Hi everyone! My name is Kim and I am a school psychologist in Maryland, but I am originally from upstate NY...It was just too cold there, haha. I currently service both a pre k-5 e..."

Hi Courtney,

I mainly do psychological evaluations to assist in determining eligibility for special education. I also do counseling, behavior consultation, threat assessments, and anything else I can get my hands into!

I noticed from your "Meet the Moderators" post that you are in school (or at least were in school when you posted that). What are/were you studying?

NY is cool to visit, but I think I am done with living there, haha.

Thanks for the welcome! I'm excited to get reading!

[Amy]

Hi everyone! I hope this group is still active. I am Amy, 19 this year. I am currently in my first year of Bachelor of Arts (Social Sciences), majoring in Psychology. I love to read books about Psychology and Self Help books.

[Burc]

Hello everyone. I am new to the group and I will try to publish a new post every week about applied psychology. You may also find quiet helpful info in my new book about appealing to emotions. Would very much appreciate your comments and insights. See you next week ;)

[Scott]

Hi everyone. I am a criminologist, professor and author. I study the criminal mind and behavior and have a book titled "Why We Love Serial Killers" coming out this October from Skyhorse Press. I write a weekly crime Blog called "Wicked Deeds" for Psychology Today: http://www.psychologytoday.com/expert...

[Melanie]

I will have to read it when it comes out, being a big Dexter fan. I have a forensic psychology class on the horizon and am familiar with your blog.

[Jennifer]

I'm pretty interested in serial killers, love Dexter, and have my Master's in Forensic Psychology!

[Melanie]

Hi Jennifer - did your forensic psychology studies focus more on criminal pathology or on the criminal justice system and legality?

[Scott]

Hi friends, can you bear to read the real life horror tale of the twisted “Co-ed Killer” in my new Psychology Today article?
http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/w...
Hope you enjoy!

[Melanie]

Hello Scott; In your profiling of this particular type of pathology have you ever seen an exception to the misogyny stemming from something other than a failure during the attachment phase with the primary care giver? This relationship seems to be a variable in nearly every case.

[Jennifer]

Melanie wrote: "Hi Jennifer - did your forensic psychology studies focus more on criminal pathology or on the criminal justice system and legality?"

It really was a mix - courses on assessment, working in the criminal justice system and legal issues. I really enjoyed it!

[Scott]

Melanie wrote: "Hello Scott; In your profiling of this particular type of pathology have you ever seen an exception to the misogyny stemming from something other than a failure during the attachment phase with the..."

Good point, Melanie. There is a strong positive correlation but that does not mean causality. Sexual psychopathic killers can be triggered by numerous things but normally sex and violence become intertwined during adolescence.

[Scott]

Jennifer wrote: "I'm pretty interested in serial killers, love Dexter, and have my Master's in Forensic Psychology!"

Jennifer, You may like my new article on Ed Kemper the "co-ed killer" http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/w...
Cheers!

[Scott]

Melanie wrote: "I will have to read it when it comes out, being a big Dexter fan. I have a forensic psychology class on the horizon and am familiar with your blog."

Thank you, Melanie. great to meet you!

[Bethanne]

A warm welcome to all the newcomers from The Moderator Team. It's great to have you here! I would have responded sooner, but I've been traveling.

[Amanda]

Hello, my name is Amanda, I am 25 and currently pursuing my Bachelors in Psychology. I only have about a year left and I am hoping to go straight into a graduate program. I work full time and go to school full time and all my free time goes to reading, so I hope we pick out some great books.

[Scott]

Bethanne wrote: "A warm welcome to all the newcomers from The Moderator Team. It's great to have you here! I would have responded sooner, but I've been traveling."

Thank you, Bethanne. Good to meet you!

[Scott]

If Not a Serial Killer, Then What Is Charles Manson? My new "Psychology Today" article explains! http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/w...

[Scott]

Suicide Is A Growing Epidemic. It Has Touched My Life. Please Share My New Psychology Today Article http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/w...

[Scott]

Hi friends:
"Long Island Serial Killer, Where Are You Now?" My new article in Psychology Today http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/w...

[Scott]

If you like serial killers, read my profile of John Wayne Gacy: The Diabolical “Killer Clown” in Psychology Today http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/w...

[Dawn]

Scott,

Great article. Would love to read your book as I am one if those people that as a child read everything I could about serial killers. I also more recently created a painting of John Wayne Gacy complete with a rather ominous clown face. Should I be worried? :)
Dawn

[Linda]

Hi! My name is Linda Taylor, and I am a biologist from Florida. I've been reading books ever since I can remember. I’ve always been interested in science, mental health, and reading books, especially fiction novels from various genres. Reading keeps me sane and helps me cope up with a lot of things. The forum looks incredibly interesting and fun, I hope I can learn and contribute some things here as well. Maybe we can talk about our favorite books over coffee too. :)

[Nazmi]

Hi
I m sport psychologist...I m master student in akdeniz University... my favorite book imagery, self talk and flow... are you like read in sport psychology? I can help you and i m happy....

[Scott]

Exciting news! My new book "Why We Love Serial Killers" is available for preorder now! It ships in October. Please share with your friends http://www.powells.com/biblio/62-9781...