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6 Ways to Improve Psychological AI Apps and Chatbots
New research shows that users are less engaged on AI apps and chatbots that are repetitive, lack personalized advice, and have long or glitchy setup processes..
by: (Marlynn Wei M.D., J.D.)
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Different Realities? Tired of Fighting?
The next time you're plunged into the pain of different realities, step back from the certainty that you are right and that your partner is wrong. What if you’re both right?.
by: (Kathryn Ford M.D.)
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Honoring Martin Luther King by Learning His Lessons
Martin Luther King is a good model for success and happiness, as well as the creation of resilience and resilient communities..
by: (Stephen Sideroff Ph.D.)
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The Psychology of Conspiracy Theories
A combination of cognitive biases, social influences, emotional maturity, and family dynamics can contribute to an individual's belief in conspiracy theories. .
by: (Ilene Strauss Cohen Ph.D.)
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My Partner Refuses to Go to Couples Therapy. What Do I Do?
It’s common for one partner to refuse to go to couples therapy. But it often leaves the other partner feeling frustrated and hopeless about the relationship. Here's what works..
by: (Amy Morin)
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Working With Automatic Thoughts
While our brain's automatic thoughts streamline efficiency, sometimes they are unhelpful and need to be challenged. Learn more about changing cognitive biases. .
by: (Katie Willard Virant MSW, JD, LCSW)
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When You're Not Who You Were: How To Start a New Chapter
Divorce, retirement, and illnesses can change our identities; we are no longer who we were. These suggestions can help you start this new chapter in your life..
by: (Robert Taibbi L.C.S.W.)
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Can Boredom Be Trendy?
Boredom might just work to set trends, pushing us away from sameness and towards novelty. .
by: (James Danckert Ph.D., and John Eastwood, Ph.D.)
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Discovering Leadership
If you want to lead others, it’s important to know yourself. .
by: (Ahron Friedberg M.D.)
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6 Daily Techniques to Cultivate Inner Peace
Inner peace typically won’t arise on its own. Learn how to cultivate it with these daily practices..
by: (William Van Gordon, Ph.D.)
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Yes, Your Child Is Seeking Your Attention. No, That's Not a Bad Thing
All children need adult attention—so why does the term "attention-seeking" only apply to misbehavior?.
by: (Candida Fink MD)
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6 Ways to Spark Your Interest and Zest at Work
Are there aspects of your work that are routine, zapping your enthusiasm? Consider these six strategies for injecting interest and zest at work..
by: (Michael W Wiederman Ph.D.)
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How to Help Young People Develop Better Judgment
When making judgments, we tend to overweight information that confirms our beliefs. If judgment is a skill, then learning how to do it better is good for people and the world..
by: (Angela Duckworth Ph.D.)
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Why Some Video Games Are So Hard to Stop Playing
"Infinite" video games are designed to keep you hooked. Switching to "finite" games could help you find balance in your life..
by: (Andrew Fishman LCSW)
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Even Most Men Are Turned Off by Bro Cultures
If most people don’t like bro cultures, why are they so prevalent? .
by: (PJ Henry Ph.D.)
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Literature, Doctoring, and the Art of Medicine
Personal Perspective: Words in literature, in language, and in the medical diagnoses we make impact how we understand and treat our patients' illnesses..
by: (Kenneth R. Weinberg M.D.)
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The Only Thing That Can Keep You From Reaching a Goal
The reason our New Year's resolutions, or any other goal we set, so often fail to materialize is that our defenses derail us. Here's what to do about it..
by: (Todd E. Pressman Ph.D.)
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Federal Policy Reports Through the Lens of Autism Well-Being
Identifying service gaps and improving access to services, outlined in recent federal reports, can promote change and improve the well-being of the autism community..
by: (Patricia Wright Ph.D., MPH)
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Negative Moods Are Revealed in Teen Girls’ Language
Consistent with the idea that depression makes us self-focused, a new study shows that girls who are feeling sad use more first-person pronouns when typing on their phones..
by: (Renee Engeln Ph.D.)
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Juvenile Sexual Homicide: Psychopathology and Personality
Juvenile sexual homicide is a rare crime. Research suggests that problematic personality characteristics and psychopathology underlie the psychology of these offenders..
by: (Eric Taipale)
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On Solitude: Why We Need It
Solitude, the capacity to be contentedly alone with oneself, is necessary for sound mental health and essential for the pursuit of creative work, hobbies, solo sports, and prayer. .
by: (Anthony Synnott Ph.D.)
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Cities Where Tourists Are More Likely to Receive Help
Picture yourself sightseeing in a foreign city. If misfortune comes your way and you stumble and fall, where will you be most likely to receive help from a passerby?.
by: (Lawrence T. White Ph.D.)
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A Brief Update on Alzheimer's Diagnosis and Treatment
Geriatric Psychiatrist and Researcher Dr. Ariel Gildengers discusses cognitive problems and dementia, early detection and potential interventions..
by: (Grant Hilary Brenner MD, DFAPA)
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Asexuality, Demisexuality, Graysexuality, and More
There are many sub-identities associated with asexuality and aromanticism, and they don't necessarily mean lack of interest in sex or romance..
by: (Susan McQuillan)
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Moving Beyond Death Anxiety to Reflections on Mortality
Exit Laughing: Contemplating one’s mortality can help one live in a more present fashion. .
by: (Shoba Sreenivasan, Ph.D., and Linda E. Weinberger, Ph.D.)
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Will Artificial Intelligence Be Sociopathic?
A Personal Perspective: Social evolution is behind our sense of responsibility toward our neighbors. Where will it come from in our supercomputers?.
by: (Gary R Simonds MD MS FAANS)
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Don't Focus on What Others Have Done
Acknowledging one's own part in a difficult situation is one of the hardest—and I think most honorable—things a person can do..
by: (Rick Hanson Ph.D.)
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Why It Can Be Harder for Some Depressed People to Get Better
We explore the genetic/biological, environmental/situational, and personal factors that trap some in cycles of depression..
by: (Llewellyn E. van Zyl Ph.D.)
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How to Have Impossible Conversations About the Common Good
To mitigate polarization and division in our communities, we need to learn to talk to each other in a way that fosters mutual understanding..
by: (Samuel Wilson Ph.D.)
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5 Ways to Connect With Your Friend Experiencing Depression
What do you do when a friend is depressed?.
by: (Jennifer Gerlach LCSW)
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