What Is Good-Enough Parenting?
Exploring the hazards of parental perfectionism and what it means to be "good enough." .
by: (Paul J Dunion Ed.D.)
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Is Sugar Really Toxic to Your Brain?
Is sugar toxic to your brain? Science shows us that the answer is nuanced. Specifically, there's a big difference between blood sugar and dietary sugar. Find out more here..
by: (Austin Perlmutter M.D.)
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How We Talk About AI Is Important: A Case Study
As public discourse on AI impacts public policy, such talk should be grounded in the state of technology to capitalize on advancements and avoid setbacks..
by: (Coral PS Hoh Ph.D.)
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How a Bit of Stress Can Keep Your Workplace Running Smoothly
Constant positivity isn’t realistic. Strategic stress, on the other hand, keeps things running smoothly at work and helps you tackle problems before they become even worse..
by: (Ian MacRae)
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Scene Selection: You Reveal Who You Are by Where You Are
If you want to know what someone is like, observe where they go..
by: (Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., M.Div., Ph.D.)
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What Can Play Therapy Offer Immigrant Children?
Here's how therapists can help immigrant children facing specific challenges using play therapy..
by: (Lyrica Fils-Aimé LCSW-R, RPT-S)
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When Love Turns to Contempt
Once contempt becomes part of a person’s defense system, change in the partner’s behavior will not alter it, even if the partner’s earlier behavior set it off..
by: (Steven Stosny, Ph.D.)
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The LLM Prompt Is Dead. Long Live the Prompt!
Prompt minimalism is redefining how we engage with AI—simplicity can empower smarter, faster, and more creative outcomes..
by: (John Nosta)
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The 4 Antidotes for the 4 Strongest Predictors of Divorce
Learn how to mitigate the Gottmans' "Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse" in your relationship..
by: (Mark Travers Ph.D.)
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Dear Diary—The Write to Heal
Writing is an incredibly valuable tool that anyone can access any time as a way to find release, recovery, and repair. .
by: (Sandra Wartski Psy.D.)
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Cannabis, Morality, and the Law
Some cannabis entrepreneurs slipped through a legal loophole to market delta-8 THC hemp products to children and adolescents. .
by: (Timmen L. Cermak MD)
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Introspection—The Key to Navigating Life Effectively
The better we understand ourselves, the more chance we have of accomplishing what we want..
by: (Paul C Holinger M.D.)
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How to Safely Connect With Others
Are you able to live in the secure relating sweet spot, even when your relationships become challenging? Here are seven tiny nudges to improve your relationships. .
by: (Michelle McQuaid Ph.D.)
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A Trick to Stop Worrying About What You Can't Control
What can you do when you find yourself worried about climate change or your child’s future? This simple tool might help..
by: (Diane N Solomon Ph.D.)
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The Athletic Advantage
It is well known that playing sports can help with the management of ADHD symptoms. Some sports, however, provide better symptom management than others. .
by: (Claudia Skowron MS, LCPC, CADC)
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Helping the Young Mother Who Fears Autism in Her Child
Personal Perspective: A missed diagnosis is the worst of all, because the child will miss out on early education..
by: (Susan Senator)
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Transitions in Chronic Illness
Chronic illness is marked by continual transitions. Learn more about how to live well with constant change. .
by: (Katie Willard Virant MSW, JD, LCSW)
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The Stress Spillover System
The American Psychological Association (APA) found that Americans have a “battered psyche” from the onslaught of stress that they are facing. This strategy can help..
by: (Elizabeth Earnshaw, MA, LMFT, CGT)
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Wired for Positivity: How Optimism Shapes Our Well-Being
How positive thinking shapes our brains, boosts well-being, and when too much of a good thing can go wrong..
by: (Jessica Koehler Ph.D.)
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The Impact of Childhood Trauma on Adult Relationships
Survivors of childhood abuse often normalize behaviors such as manipulation, control, or emotional volatility and may dismiss or excuse these red flags in adult relationships. .
by: (Kaytee Gillis, LCSW-BACS)
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Is Color the Key to Success?
So is the optimal turnout a red and black combination? Both colors increase your perceived attractiveness, and what else do you need to know? .
by: (Nick Morgan Ph.D.)
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The Art of Politics and the Use of Campaigns as Theater
If the presidential campaign is political theater, then emotional categories of aesthetic experiences can be used to frame current events..
by: (Anjan Chatterjee MD, FAAN)
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When Anger Is a Good Thing
Anger can be a powerful motivator when used constructively, and it can propel you into positive action..
by: (Robert Evans Wilson Jr.)
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Boosting Students’ Sense of Belonging in Under 60 Seconds
We explored how a 30-second video can boost student belonging using a culturally responsive reel-based clip. The results show that small interventions can make a big impact..
by: (Terrell L. Strayhorn Ph.D.)
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Training Your Dog With Love, Science, and Consent
Annie Grossman offers a science-based, fun view of dog training and shows positive reinforcement is the best way to allow a dog to express who they really are―their true dogness..
by: (Marc Bekoff Ph.D.)
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How to Zero Out Your Relationship Negativity
Are you stuck in negative communication patterns with your partner? Try this simple (but not easy) exercise to eliminate the toxic talk from your relationship..
by: (Josh Gressel Ph.D.)
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Excessive Checking: A Safety Behavior With Health Anxiety
Excessive body checking is a common behavior used to cope with health anxiety. Learn how this becomes a vicious cycle and the first step to getting better. .
by: (Brittney Chesworth Ph.D., LCSW)
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The Evolution of LLMs Through Real-Time Learning
OpenAI's o1 Model revolutionizes LLMs by learning and adapting in real time, promising smarter, more intuitive interactions that evolve alongside users. .
by: (John Nosta)
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"Black Veganism" Is on the Rise. Here's Why.
Championed by civil rights icons like Rosa Parks and Angela Davis, Black veganism intertwines with social justice and nonviolence..
by: (Katherine Compitus)
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Why People Aren’t Listening to Your Ideas
New employees want to shine. But even when your ideas are awesome and cutting edge, it can be difficult to get them heard. Here's how to get better at it. .
by: (Stephen Friedman MA Psych)
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