The National Center for Emotional Wellness

01/23/2025

Our thoughts are with those impacted by the horrific shooting at Antioch High School.

by Mark D. Lerner, Ph.D.Chairman, The National Center for Emotional WellnessNot long ago, we dealt with students running in the halls, making excessive noise, cutting a line, talking out-of-turn, chewing gum, or violating a dress code.Today, we're faced with violence, including assaults, gang activi...

01/13/2025

Our thoughts are with you.

by Mark D. Lerner, Ph.D.Chairman, The National Center for Emotional WellnessOur thoughts are with the people impacted by horrific wildfires in California. During a disaster, such as a flood, hurricane, earthquake, or wildfire, the primary goal must be the stabilization of injury and the preservation...

01/13/2025

AI-Integrated Emotional Wellness

by Mark D. Lerner, Ph.D.Chairman, The National Center for Emotional WellnessAI-Integrated Emotional Wellness (AIEW) refers to the broad interface of the thinking or cognitive abilities of artificial intelligence (AI) and our feelings—human emotions. AIEW emphasizes that while artificial intelligen...

01/06/2025

Implications for AI and Mental Health Care

Implications for AI and Mental Health Careby Mark D. Lerner, Ph.D.Chairman, The National Center for Emotional WellnessAI-Integrated Emotional Wellness (AIEW) refers to the broad interface between artificial intelligence's cognitive abilities and the complexity of human emotions. Acknowledging the ir...

01/06/2025

The intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Human Emotion

AI-Integrated Emotional Wellness (AIEW) refers to the broad interface between the cognitive abilities of artificial intelligence and the complexity of human emotion. Acknowledging the irreplaceable importance of authentic, in-person communication, AIEW focuses on how artificial intelligence can fost...

01/06/2025

AI-Integrated Emotional Wellness

AI-Integrated Emotional Wellnessby Mark D. Lerner, Ph.D.Chairman, The National Center for Emotional WellnessPrincipal Consultant & Creator, AI-Integrated Emotional WellnessTechnology is advancing faster than our ability to adapt. Digital communication, such as text messaging, email, mobile apps, soc...

01/05/2025

It’s time to foster Emotional Wellness in America.

It’s time to foster Emotional Wellness in America.by Mark D. Lerner, Ph.D. Chairman, The National Center for Emotional Wellness​Principal Consultant and Creator, AI-Integrated Emotional WellnessThere is no single solution to decrease the prevalence of violence in our nation's schools, universiti...

01/04/2025

An AI-Integrated Emotional Wellness Perspective

An AI-Integrated Emotional Wellness Perspectiveby Mark D. Lerner, Ph.D.Chairman, The National Center for Emotional WellnessIt’s widely recognized that chatbots, while offering numerous benefits, can pose risks in security, legal, ethical considerations, and customer service. While they're capable ...

12/18/2024

The Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Human Emotion

The Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Human Emotionby Mark D. Lerner, Ph.D.Chairman, The National Center for Emotional WellnessCreator & Principal Consultant, AI-Integrated Emotional WellnessAI-Integrated Emotional Wellness (AIEW) focuses on the broad interface of artificial intelligence (...

12/16/2024

"There is a common thread that runs through every violent school tragedy—someone knew something before the event. And 'leakage' of critical information was not shared with appropriate personnel. (e.g., teachers, school administrators, the police, etc.)" —Dr. Mark Lerner

by Mark D. Lerner, Ph.D.Chairman, The National Center for Emotional WellnessNot long ago, we dealt with students running in the halls, making excessive noise, cutting a line, talking out-of-turn, chewing gum, or violating a dress code.Today, we're faced with violence, including assaults, gang activi...

12/14/2024

A Holiday Message

by Mark D. Lerner, Ph.D.Clinical & Forensic PsychologistChairman, The National Center for Emotional WellnessThe holiday season is here—a joyous time of year! The holidays present an opportunity to come together with family and friends to share experiences of the past and dreams for the future.For ...

12/11/2024

Practical Strategies—for America.

Practical Strategies—for Americaby Mark D. Lerner, Ph.D. Chairman, The National Center for Emotional Wellness​There is no single solution to decrease the prevalence of violence in our nation's schools, universities, houses of worship, movie theaters, shopping malls, workplaces, and in our commun...

12/11/2024

Why?

Technology is advancing faster than our ability to adapt.

12/09/2024

The weight of remaining silent can become overwhelming. Ultimately, finding the courage to come forward will bring relief.

by Mark D. Lerner, Ph.D.Chairman, The National Center for Emotional WellnessCreator & Principal Consultant, AI-Integrated Emotional WellnessThe weight of remaining silent can become overwhelming. Ultimately, finding the courage to come forward will bring relief. As we watch the story of the horrific...

12/09/2024

The weight of remaining silent can become overwhelming. Ultimately, finding the courage to come forward will bring relief.

by Mark D. Lerner, Ph.D.Chairman, The National Center for Emotional WellnessCreator & Principal Consultant, AI-Integrated Emotional WellnessThe weight of remaining silent can become overwhelming. Ultimately, finding the courage to come forward will bring relief. As we watch the story of the horrific...

12/07/2024

The weight of remaining silent can become overwhelming. Ultimately, finding the courage to come forward will bring relief.

by Mark D. Lerner, Ph.D.Chairman, The National Center for Emotional WellnessCreator & Principal Consultant , AI-Integrated Emotional WellnessThe weight of remaining silent can become overwhelming. Ultimately, finding the courage to come forward will bring relief. As we watch the story of the horrifi...

11/29/2024

by Mark D. Lerner, Ph.D.Chairman, The National Center for Emotional Wellnessresilience nounre·​sil·​ience"an ability to recover or adjust easily to misfortune or change." (Merriam-Webster)Resilience is commonly understood as the capacity to recover and rebound in the face of challenges and cha...

11/18/2024

AI-Integrated Emotional Wellness is revolutionizing how we people connect with technology.

The Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Human Emotionby Mark D. Lerner, Ph.D.Chairman, The National Center for Emotional WellnessCreator & Principal Consultant, AI-Integrated Emotional WellnessAI-Integrated Emotional Wellness (AIEW) focuses on the broad interface of artificial intelligence (...