Saida Eazizayene

By Saida Eazizayene They Answer the Call, but Who Supports Them? When people think of first responders, they often picture police officers, firefighters, or paramedics. Rarely do they think about the voice on the other end of the line, the 911 dispatcher. Yet dispatchers are the first point of contact in emergencies. They guide callers through life-threatening situations, coordinate rapid responses, and remain calm while absorbing intense emotional distress. What is less visible, however, is...

By: Saida Eazizayene Clinical assessment is a structured, systematic process for gathering information about a client’s psychological, emotional, behavioral, and social functioning. It serves as the foundation for accurate diagnosis, effective treatment planning, and ethical clinical decision-making. Through assessment, clinicians gain a comprehensive understanding of a client’s concerns, strengths, and needs, enabling them to provide appropriate, evidence-based care. Despite its importance,...

By: Saida Eazizayene Video gaming differs from many other forms of addiction because it is primarily considered a behavioral addiction rather than one involving a substance or ingestible agent. While gaming can be enjoyable and entertaining, it is an activity in which individuals may voluntarily engage for extended periods. There remains ongoing debate regarding whether excessive video gaming should be classified as an addiction. This debate highlights the importance of empirical research in...