Multi-faceted relationships may exist between an individual’s sense of purpose (SOP) and their specific mental health symptoms. Generally, the notion exists that those with certain mental health symptoms experience a decreased SOP.

However, recent research has noted that certain psychopathology such as grandiose delusions, may contribute to an increased Continue reading →

Forensic psychology, at its core, is interested in elucidating how mental health issues intersect with the criminal justice system. Perhaps one of the most important, and difficult, a question within forensic psychology involves understanding why people engage in violent behaviors. Continue reading →