Many of us have watched a television show featuring a particularly rigid character, or perhaps we have a family member who lives by a strict set of rules. These individuals often prefer a highly specific schedule, or demand that their environment be maintained to a pristine standard with "everything in its place." Too often, we hear someone who prefers an organized life casually say, "Oh, sorry, I'm just a little OCD," or friends might joke about someone's structured lifestyle by teasing,...

Your eyes slowly open. Light streams through the window, and suddenly you’re acutely aware of your consciousness. You take a deep breath,...

As the holiday season approaches, many of us become more and more aware of the chairs at our tables that will be empty. The weight of...