Why We Do What We Do

There are pros and cons to the trajectory of genetic engineering research. Eventually, we will be confronted by a systemic drive to apply these interventions to human beings. On the one hand, genetic engineering could alleviate a tremendous amount of suffering for people with horrible genetic diseases. On the other, we don't understand these processes well enough to anticipated the unintended consequences of manipulating something as complex as a genome. What do you think about the future of genetic engineering in humans? Email us at [email protected]

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Links and References: 
https://www.leopoldina.org/en/topics/genome-editing/the-pros-and-cons-of-genome-editing
https://theweek.com/news/science-health/959606/pros-and-cons-of-gene-editing-babies

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This fascinating and yet entirely expected piece of Americana has shaped the music industry for better or worse (probably worse). But, why does it exist at all? We explore how the Billboard Hot 100 came to be, what it was intended to do, and how it has affected musicianship around the world. Do you follow the Hot 100?

Recommendations
Abraham: The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins (https://www.peacocktv.com/stream-tv/the-fall-and-rise-of-reggie-dinkins)
Shane: Project Hail Mary (https://www.penguinrandomhouseretail.com/book/?isbn=9780593135204)

Holidays (5/6/2026):
Great American Grump Out
International No Diet Day
National Anxiety Disorders Screening Day
National Beverage Day
National Crepes Suzette Day
National Day to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy
National (Deaf) Interpreter Day
National Nurses Day
National Tourist Appreciation Day
Air Quality Awareness Week
Arson Awareness Week
Be Kind to Animals Week

Links and References: 
https://www.npr.org/sections/therecord/2013/08/16/207879695/how-the-hot-100-became-americas-hit-barometer
https://www.scribd.com/document/670560817/Billboard-Hot-100-2
https://www.edmsauce.com/what-is-the-billboard-hot-100/
https://sites.psu.edu/noahpassion/2019/10/25/the-evolution-of-billboard-and-birth-of-the-hot-100/
https://www.billboard.com/pro/how-global-new-global-billboard-charts/
https://www.billboard.com/charts/genre/hits-of-the-world/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billboard_charts 
https://www.billboard.com/pro/billboard-chart-history-evolution-milestones/#:~:text=now%20Nielsen%20Music.)-,Nov.,singles%20sales%20data%20from%20SoundScan. 
https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/683851-longest-song-to-reach-no-1-on-the-billboard-hot-100 

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Recent research has evaluated the effect of changes made to the national suicide hotline in 2022 in the US. Scientists analyzed the success of this program by comparing projected trends to actual data. This underscores the importance of prcevention strategies, and support for vulnerable populations. If live in the US and you are someone you know is in crisis, call 988.

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Links and References: 
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/988-crisis-hotline-linked-to-drop-in-young-adult-suicide-rates/#:~:text=Since%20July%202022%2C%20people%20in,those%20numbers%20with%20actual%20deaths.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/books/NBK604162/#:~:text=In%20July%202022%2C%20the%20United,suicide%20prevention%20training%20in%20schools.
https://behavioralhealthlink.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/988-History-Journal-Article_JohnDraper.pdf#:~:text=In%202004%2C%20SAMHSA%20awarded%20the%20hotline%20grant,with%20109%20network%20members%20in%20January%202005.

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In the last discussion, we covered the history of CBT and the cognitive aspects of the intervention. In this segment, we'll review the behavioral components, some research evaluating the most effective components, and some final thoughts. In short, the behavioral components are commonly found to be the most effective, although, there is more nuance to it than that. Tell us your thoughts, distorted or otherwise!

Recommendations
Abraham: The Miniature Wife (TV series; https://www.peacocktv.com/stream-tv/the-miniature-wife)
Shane: Performing Live

Holidays (4/29/2026):
Day of Remembrance for all Victims of Chemical Warfare
Denim Day
International Dance Day
International Guide Dog Day
International Noise Awareness Day
Peace Rose Day
Poem in your Pocket Day
Stop Food Waste Day
We Jump the World Day
World Wish Day
Zipper Day
Go Diaper Free Week
International Mariachi Week
National Auctioneers Week
National Scoop the Poop Week

Links and References: 
https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/cognitive-behavioral-therapy/about/pac-20384610
https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/patients-and-families/cognitive-behavioral
Jacobson, N. S., Dobson, K. S., Truax, P. A., Addis, M. E., Koerner, K., Gollan, J. K., Gortner, E., & Prince, S. E. (1996). A component analysis of cognitive-behavioral treatment for depression. Journal of consulting and clinical psychology, 64(2), 295–304. https://doi.org/10.1037//0022-006x.64.2.295 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8871414/
Borkovec, T. D., Newman, M. G., Pincus, A. L., & Lytle, R. (2002). A component analysis of cognitive-behavioral therapy for generalized anxiety disorder and the role of interpersonal problems. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 70(2), 288–298. https://doi.org/10.1037/0022-006X.70.2.288 https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2002-02267-003
Arora PG, Baker CN, Marchette LK, Stark KD. Components Analyses of a School-Based Cognitive Behavioral Treatment for Youth Depression. J Clin Child Adolesc Psychol. 2019;48(sup1):S180-S193. doi: 10.1080/15374416.2017.1280800. Epub 2017 Feb 16. PMID: 28278602; PMCID: PMC6131063. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6131063/#:~:text=Results%20indicated%20that%20higher%20quality,behavioral%20and%20relational%20intervention%20components. 
https://utswmed-ir.tdl.org/server/api/core/bitstreams/0784677c-19b5-4163-aac7-08bec804219d/content
Arco, L. (2024). Toward a synthesis of cognitive behaviour therapy via component analysis of self‐regulation. Clinical Psychology & Psychotherapy, 31(1), Article e2918. https://doi.org/10.1002/cpp.2918
https://www.cognbehavther.com/expert-consensus-components-cbt/
https://aquila.usm.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1264&context=masters_theses
Chand SP, Kuckel DP, Huecker MR. Cognitive Behavior Therapy. [Updated 2023 May 23]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2026 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470241/
Taylor, A., Tallon, D., Kessler, D., Peters, T. J., Shafran, R., Williams, C., & Wiles, N. (2020). An expert consensus on the most effective components of cognitive behavioural therapy for adults with depression: a modified Delphi study. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, 49(3), 242–255. https://doi.org/10.1080/16506073.2019.1641146
https://cpdonline.co.uk/knowledge-base/mental-health/transformational-stories-cbt/

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In 1935 John Ridley Stroop published an article with a new experiment showing that people struggle to name things when there is a conflicting word corresponding with those things. While mostly a novelty, this test has found relevance in diagnostic testing such as for ADHD. We'll explain the test and how it works. 

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Links for the Stroop Test:
https://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/java/ready.html
https://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/java/readyd.html
https://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/java/readyn.html
https://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/java/readya.html
https://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/pdf/shape_stroop.pdf

Other references:
https://www.focusaur.com/pages/stroop-effect-test
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stroop_effect 
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1988818/
https://www.apa.org/research-practice/conduct-research/stroop-effect
https://psychclassics.yorku.ca/Stroop/

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