by Molly Merson, MFT

The Mass Psychology of Trumpism. Eli Zaretsky on the importance of analyzing not only Trump as an individual, but his supporters, who aim to secure the president’s status and power – even when his power goes against their best interests.

Do Babies Experience Schadenfreude? Why do babies laugh? Are they simply tiny tyrants, wishing to have power over others, who laugh only because their desire for power has been satisfied? Or is it possible that babies actually learn via the unexpected, and laughter is an expression of delight at being surprised?

John Houck’s Iterative Still-Life Photography. The artist describes the connection between his photography and his experiences in psychoanalysis. Called Holding Environment, Houck’s current exhibit plays with shadows and color, allowing the viewer to grapple with what’s real and what’s imaginary – much like an experience of psychoanalysis.