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Why Self-Injury Can Be Hard to Quit
Self-injury is often seen as repulsive and manipulative, perpetuating stigma and shaming would-be help seekers. Would understanding biological contributors encourage more empathy?.
by: (Anthony D. Smith LMHC)
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Are Some Things Unacceptable? On Radical Acceptance
Does radical acceptance play a role in healing from grief, estrangement and trauma? .
by: (Jennifer Gerlach LCSW)
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Creating a Healthier Relationship With Your Smartphone
We can improve our lives by renaming our “phones” to match what they really are — digital companions..
by: (Leslie Becker-Phelps Ph.D.)
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Let There Be Light — and Darkness — for Our Circadian Rhythms
What has “ticked off” our internal body clocks?.
by: (Glenn C. Altschuler Ph.D.)
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The Secret Superpower of Positive Memories
Relational savoring boosts mental health and relationships; find out how it works for Latine families and how it can work for you..
by: (Jessica L. Borelli Ph.D.)
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Antidepressant Discontinuation Syndrome: Just the Beginning
Personal Perspective: I've been stable on the same antidepressant for 10 years. Now with a prior authorization hanging in the balance, I'm terrified my health may be at stake..
by: (Andrea Rosenhaft LCSW-R)
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Let’s Get Mindful About Mindfulness Training
Recent data has cast doubt on mindfulness training in schools. The real problem is that we need more precise implementation and understanding of how mindfulness is experienced..
by: (Hsing-ay Hsu)
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How to Find Help Being a Twin in a Non-Twin World
Fortunately, teaching twins about their individuality is very possible with a few tested strategies..
by: (Barbara Klein Ph.D., Ed.D.)
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The Fourth and Better Way to Cope With Stress
What is the fourth way of coping with stress, and why does it provide a double bonus so that even if you lose, you win? .
by: (Saadi Lahlou, Ph.D.)
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What Animals Can Teach Us About "Living in the Moment"
Animals respond to situations with whatever information they have available, while humans often get bogged down by worrying about what their behaviors will mean..
by: (Daniel Marston Ph.D.)
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What to Know Before a Loved One Is Hospitalized
What I learned about navigating safety, health status, and insurance during my son's psychiatric hospitalization..
by: (Yvette Sheline MD)
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How Cancer Hijacks the Brain to Benefit Itself
Cancer, similar to some parasites that manipulate the brain of their host, hijacks the brain of patients to influence tumor growth and progression..
by: (Hamid Zand Ph.D.)
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What Memes Reveal About Our Brains
Your brain is biologically wired for memes. Here's what they reveal about how we process social cues and adapt to cultural information..
by: (Ian MacRae)
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What to Ask Yourself When Dealing with a Narcissist
The narcissist's flawed self-concept requires one critical question: Will this action or these words bruise their ego, challenge their self-worth, or minimize their contribution?.
by: (Mary Ann Little Ph.D.)
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Cultivating Emotional Intelligence in Kids: A Parent's Guide
Emotional intelligence plays a key role in children's well-being and success. It's important to educate kids on emotions and give them opportunities to practice their skills..
by: (Amy Morin)
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From Surviving to Thriving: A Practical Guide to Self-Care Mastery
Unlock a healthier, happier version of yourself by learning how simple self-care practices can empower you to rise above life’s challenges and create a balanced, fulfilling future..
by: (Ken Druck Ph.D.)
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5 Ways to Find Relief in a Moment of Overwhelm
Are you feeling stressed by your overextended schedule and demanding deadlines? Here are strategies you can use to feel enhanced calm, balance, and ease..
by: (Mary E. Anderson Ph.D.)
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How You Can Help Your Manager Get the Best Out of You
You are the expert on you. Positively sharing with your boss how you work best can boost your performance and contribute to a healthier work environment..
by: (Gil Winch Ph.D.)
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2 Signs That You're an Emotionally Intelligent Parent
An emotionally intelligent parent will display these two simple traits..
by: (Mark Travers Ph.D.)
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Reclaim Your Joy: How to Walk Away From Toxic Relationships
Take these steps to end a toxic relationship cycle and start healing..
by: (Chandra Khalifian, Ph.D. and Kayla Knopp, Ph.D.)
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Coddling Your Gen Z Employees Is a Lose-Lose Situation
As a manager of Gen Zers, it's your job to find the middle ground between coddling and neglecting them. Once you gain this skill, it will benefit both you and your employees. .
by: (Sophie Riegel)
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Moving From Sexual Chemistry to Sexual Harmony
Sexual harmony is an art, not just a spark! It’s a nuanced journey. Tools like a "Sexy Time Menu" can help couples enhance their shared experiences..
by: (Sara Nasserzadeh Ph.D.)
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Is Human Cognition on the Obsolescence Chopping Block?
AI is pushing human cognition toward obsolescence or rediscovery—either we evolve creatively or risk irrelevance..
by: (John Nosta)
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Mindfulness Meditation May Have Downsides
Mindfulness is often celebrated for its benefits—but it can also lead to unexpected adverse effects including anxiety, time-space distortions, and traumatic re-experiencing..
by: (Robert T Muller Ph.D.)
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Critical Thinking: What It Is and Why It Matters
Critical thinking dispositions are important for many reasons. But to explore their impact, we need a valid measure..
by: (Kyle D. Killian Ph.D., LMFT)
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Lies Your TV Tells You About Love and Romance
Entertainment media feeds us large doses of misinformation about how to build and maintain healthy, happy relationships, so we need to watch with a skeptical eye..
by: (David Ludden Ph.D.)
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Modern Parenting Is Bad for Your Health
Today's parents are stressed and overwhelmed. Here's what the Surgeon General recommends. .
by: (Natalie Kerr Ph.D.)
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How I Found Myself Through Donuts, Motorcycles, and Barbells
Personal Perspective: We continue to push and chase things that are not honest to us, falling into the same patterns that create the same experiences and cement the same beliefs.
by: (John Kim LMFT)
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Managing Expectations When Traveling with Neurodivergent Children
A Personal Perspective: 4 practical travel tips for parents of neurodivergent children..
by: (Lisa Sheinhouse M.A.)
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Creating Trauma-Informed Sports Environments for Athletes
Athletes may carry traumatic experiences to sports fields and gymnasiums, and trauma-informed sports environments can be created through key assumptions and principles..
by: (Tess M. Kilwein PhD, ABPP, CMPC)
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