Art, Psychology, & Medicine

By Randall D. Ordovich Clarkson, MD Ophelia by John Everett Millais, 1851 Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is often misunderstood, yet it provides valuable insights into human emotion, interpersonal dynamics, and self-regulation. While traditionally a clinical diagnosis, understanding BPD can inform how we interact with others —from friends and family to colleagues and strangers—fostering empathy, patience, and awareness.   A Clinical Overview   BPD is classified under C

By Randall D. Ordovich Clarkson, MD Carl R. Rogers (1902–1987), one of the founders of humanistic psychology, pioneered person-centered psychotherapy—revolutionizing the way we understand personality, relationships, and human potential. Widely regarded as the most influential psychotherapist in history, Rogers’ work continues to shape therapy, education, and organizational practices worldwide. Person-Centered (PC) theory, founded by Carl Ransom Rogers, evolved over 40 years f

By Dr. Randall D. Ordovich-Clarkson, MD Fra Angelico, The Mocking of Christ, 1441 Just as September 11, 2001 was a pivotal moment in...

By Dr. Randall D. Ordovich-Clarkson, MD The intersection of art, science, and medicine has a rich yet dark history that continues to...

By Dr. Randall D. Ordovich-Clarkson, MD Photographed from left to right: Esmeralda Corona Clarkson, Dr. Randall D. Ordovich-Clarkson, MD...

By Dr. Randall D. Ordovich-Clarkson, MD "Archeological Reminiscence of Millet's Angelus" by Salvador Dalí, 1934 As part of a school...