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Apr 2024
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The Neuroscience Behind Our Collective D...

SUE MARRIOTT LCSW, CGP & ANN KELLEY PHD
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Ann and Sue delve into the pressing emotional and social challenges confronting our world today. They examine the impact of divisive political rhetoric, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, collective distrust, and widespread trauma on individuals and society as a whole. Emphasizing the necessity of self-awareness and accountability, they underscore the role each ... Show More
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