Dr. Rudolph Hatfield
Dr. Rudolph C. Hatfield, PhD is a retired clinical neuropsychologist who specialized in assessing and treating neurological and psychiatric disorders. His areas of expertise include neurobiology, behavior, dementia, head injury, addiction, abnormal psychology, personality disorders, statistics, rehabilitation psychology, and research methodology. Dr. Harfield currently writes about human behavior, the brain, and research methods for various mental health websites. He has also authored two books: "The Everything Guide to the Human Brain: Journey Through the Parts of the Brain, Discover How It Works, and Improve Your Brain's Health" (2013), and "The Everything Guide to Coping with Panic Disorder: Learn How to Take Control of Your Panic and Live a Healthier, Happier Life" (2013).
Can Light Stimulation Be a Substitute for Painkillers?
By Dr. Rudolph HatfieldAdministering opiate drugs is the primary method for managing severe pain. However, a recent experiment suggests that light st... Continue Reading
A Vaccine for Cocaine Abusers?
By Dr. Rudolph HatfieldResearchers have taken an old school approach to helping those with cocaine use disorder. Learn how a developing vaccine may he... Continue Reading
STUDY: Cocaine-Exposed Babies Exhibit Alteration in Particular Brain Pathway
By Dr. Rudolph HatfieldFor the first time, researchers were able to point out the exact brain alteration that correlates to impulsive behavior in adul... Continue Reading
3 Areas to Address When Treating Transgender Patients
By Dr. Rudolph HatfieldResearch suggests that these issues also need to be dealt with in order to fully help a transgender patient recover from substa... Continue Reading
What We're Getting Wrong About Triggers and Addiction Relapse and Why Person-Specific Cues Matter
By Dr. Rudolph HatfieldIndividuals in recovery often struggle with cravings. A recent study looks at the type of triggers that can produce or intensif... Continue Reading
Sex Addiction: Fact or Fiction?
By Dr. Rudolph HatfieldDespite the breadth of research done on sex addiction, its diagnosis has remained controversial. Find out what the experts say ... Continue Reading
REBUTTAL to The Atlantic Article: AA Can't Just Be Written Off
By Dr. Rudolph HatfieldPresenting a more balanced point of view on the functions of AA. Continue Reading
12 Good Things About AA That Can't Be Overlooked
By Dr. Rudolph HatfieldAA has gotten some flak over the years but continues to thrive. Continue Reading
Food Addiction or Eating Disorder: The Diagnosis
By Dr. Rudolph HatfieldResearchers hone in on the appropriate diagnosis for those who exhibit an addictive relationship with food. Continue Reading
Is Addiction a Disease?
By Dr. Rudolph HatfieldAccording to many treatment professionals addictions are brain diseases. But are they really? Continue Reading