Depression & Anxiety

Anxious or Apathetic? The Path Forward Depends on You

There are two common paths people take at life’s crossroads—here are ways to navigate them better.
Anxious or Apathetic? The Path Forward Depends on You
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Robert Backer
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Where are you going? And in going, are you aware? Join neuropsychologist Robert Backer, PhD, as he explores the intersections of mind-body health, psychological phenomena, and cultural trends.

“My hands were clammy,” John recalled. “I felt lightheaded, jittery—completely stuck. I had just been laid off and sat outside my office, trying to decide what to do next. Part of me wanted to run away. Part of me wanted to do nothing. And part of me wanted to fix it—now—before things got worse.”

Robert Backer
Robert Backer
Ph.D.
Robert Backer, Ph.D., is a psychologist, neuroscientist, academic researcher, and consultant. His work has spanned multiple institutions, including the University of Pennsylvania, University of Delaware, Columbia, Yale, NYU, and the NIH. His background encompasses clinical psychology and health care, as well as social, cognitive, and organizational psychology. He also enjoys classical Eastern and Western art, meditation, and exploring human potential.