Articles by Orly Benaderet

Why Did Waldo Go to Therapy?

By Orly Benaderet • Published: April 29, 2013 • Comment ()

Therapy. Psychologist. Social worker. Shrink. These words make many people cringe with discomfort, unsure about what really happens in that mysterious room. Recently, a close friend confided in me that she is seeing a therapist. “I love my therapist!” she raved. Before beginning therapy, she had felt suspicious towards the practice. She said she’d rather […]

So, What Are Your Plans For…Shut Up: Internal Senior Mayhem

By Orly Benaderet • Published: February 19, 2013 • Comment ()

It’s that time of the year. The end of the year. Freshman—the real ones—finally understand “Caf” terminology and what really goes down in the YU library. Sophomores think they own the school because they are running for every club position, and winning them. Juniors are beginning to realize that they will soon become seniors. This […]

Life After Trauma

By Orly Benaderet • Published: February 19, 2013 • Comment ()

The only memory I have of December 21, 2012 is walking towards 37th and 3rd Avenue. Then I am opening my eyes, staring at the proverbial bright light. I’m dead, I’m dead, I’m dead… Oh those are car lights… I think I was just hit by a car…The rest of the night felt like it […]

Ever Had a Melatonin Hangover?

By Orly Benaderet • Published: November 21, 2012 • Comment ()

Since my first year at Stern, I’ve been taking melatonin whenever I need to be up early the next morning or if I can’t stop my mind from racing while trying to fall asleep. The first time I heard about melatonin was from a friend who said there were no risks of addiction from taking […]

Happy At 108

By Orly Benaderet • Published: September 12, 2012 • Comment ()

What defines happiness? Stern College positive psychology professor, Dr. Aharon Fried, played the documentary “Dancing Under the Gallows.” The film depicted the eternal optimism of the oldest known Holocaust Survivor in the world, Alice Sommer. Now, at 108 years old, Alice loves playing the piano, socializing with her friends, and meeting new people. Looking back on […]

Will the Real Messiah Please Stand Up?

By Orly Benaderet • Published: August 23, 2012 • Comment ()

In 2010, the Fox Network ran a Simpsons episode titled “The Greatest Story Ever D’ohed.” The Simpson family traveled to Jerusalem on a church mission, hoping it would bring Homer some needed salvation. After visiting religious sites, Homer was overcome with a spiritual feeling and delusional belief that he was the Messiah sent from G-d […]