Dr. Jim Collins

Anyone who studies leadership knows that there are a variety of theories, types and styles of leadership to choose and emulate. There are, in fact, so many that it can be confusing as to which styles to choose or theories to apply to one’s own leadership brand. Essentially, leadership traits boil down to personality traits, …

New findings in the neuropathophysiological relationship between psychiatric disorders and dementia are shedding light on a number of areas including predictors of dementia, psychosis in dementia, the impacts of psychiatric disorders on dementia, and clinical management of older adults with both psychosis and a dementia-related disorder. The vast majority of long-term residents have at least …

CBD has been the most researched cannabinoid from both the hemp and cannabis plant, and for very good reasons. It possesses some very important health benefits such as anti-inflammatory effects, it acts as a neuroprotectant and antioxidant, it has vasodilator effects, anxiolytic and anti-epileptic properties and others. CBD has also been shown in preclinical as …

Caregiving as a profession or as an informal role within the home, comes with many rewards like feelings of accomplishment, being there for a loved one, and making a difference in someone’s life. Likewise, the caregiver role may come with not so pleasant consequences including physical health problems, financial issues and mental health concerns. Thousands …

Everyone loves a good story. As humans, we are drawn to them and have been since the dawn of time. Before the written word, history was passed down through the generations by the spoken word and oral tradition. People were energized by stories, so much that they built great cities and even went to work …

Many psychiatrists and other mental health professionals agree that schizophrenia is one of the most challenging disorders to successfully treat. For one thing, antipsychotic medications generally come with troubling and sometimes dangerous side effects, which makes medication compliance a serious issue. Consequently, starting and stopping these medications can contribute to poor physical health and at …

Over 100 million, or 2 out of every 5 adults in the United States are considered obese and another 22 million have severe obesity. Many find it very difficult to lose and keep the weight off. In many ways, obesity is a medical problem that creates more medical problems. Obesity is unfortunately associated with many …

It’s estimated that over 20 million people in the United States have neuropathy, a condition that results from damage to peripheral nerves. Neuropathy can produce various symptoms including pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling, especially in the feet and hands. While there is no cure for this condition, there are a number of ways to manage …

Neurological disorders affect millions of Americans and many more around the world. Their effects can range from mild to moderate to debilitation, eroding independence and quality of life. Disorders like epilepsy, Alzheimer’s disease and multiple sclerosis are currently being treated with traditional pharmacological agents, but each comes with limitations and possible side effects. The need …