If you’re like most people you probably assume that movies are simply a fun way of spending a few hours and nothing more. However, many psychologists are exploring the idea that movies can deliver psychological goods far more meaningful and sustaining than momentary pleasure. This idea was initially coined ‘cinematherapy’ by Berg-Cross, Jennings and Baruch. …
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We live in a world in which film is a dominant source of information. With influence comes power, and with power comes the need for a watchful eye. We at the Media Watch Committee track films that make significant comments on psychological issues. We seek to applaud high-quality films with accurate insights, while providing a …
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Jeremy Clyman M.A., is pursuing his doctorate in clinical psychology at Yeshiva University in NY. In 2007, he graduated from Northeastern University with a Master’s in journalism. He has engaged in academic, clinical and pop cultural publications related to psychology and entertainment. He writes a blog entitled Reel Therapy for Psychology Today Magazine and is …