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Insight about everybody's favourite subject: Ourselves. Editorial process:- https://telegra.ph/Editorial-Process-04-18 👥: @PsychologyChat
Why We Keep Returning to That Difficult but Good Experience
Sometimes, difficult experiences or activities pull us back in. Here are some psychological reasons as to why we circle back, despite our declaration that "this is the last time." .
by: (Paul Youngbin Kim Ph.D.)
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Who Is Family and Why Does It Matter?
Who do you consider family? There is no single way to be a family and there are benefits to taking an inclusive approach to family..
by: (Dawn O. Braithwaite Ph.D.)
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Surprising Questions to Test Your Sexual Well-Being
Looking to understand your inner sexual landscape? These questions provide a fresh look. .
by: (Nicole K. McNichols Ph.D.)
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Ketamine Use Disorder Is on the Rise
Increasing numbers of people around the world are becoming addicted to ketamine: What you need to know..
by: (Mark S. Gold M.D.)
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Supporting LGBTQ+ Parents: Practical Steps to Foster Mental Health
Clinicians can support LGBTQ+ parents by fostering inclusive environments, addressing unique stressors, using tailored therapies, and more..
by: (Chana Etengoff Ph.D.)
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The Vocabulary of Dreams and Dream Interpretation
Dreams reveal their meanings objectively and through symbols and metaphors, often expressing multiple meanings at once. Understanding this is key to productive dreamwork..
by: (Helen Marlo, Ph.D.)
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Atypical Sensory Processing, Neurodivergence, and Autism
All of us have unique sensory profiles. When our sensory systems do not well fit a particular setting or environment, support, accommodations and coping strategies can help..
by: (David Krauss Ph.D.)
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Is AI Really a Threat to Higher Education?
When handheld calculators were invented, schools around the world didn't stop teaching basic math. The same is likely to be true for whatever AI ends up being good for. .
by: (Daniel Graham, Ph.D.)
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The Challenging Art of Supporting Students After Suicide Loss
Drawing on youth’s experiences with postvention, we offer four general principles to guide schools and communities towards effective and caring suicide postvention..
by: (Anna S. Mueller, Ph.D. and Seth Abrutyn, Ph.D.)
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Help Yourself Be Happier Now
Learn what happiness is, why it’s important, and how to integrate healthy habits that will contribute to your well-being and happiness..
by: (Monica Vermani C. Psych.)
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For Better Sex, Get Your Sleep
A recent systematic review highlights the evidence surrounding one health problem related to poor sleep quality: sexual dysfunction. .
by: (The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research)
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Moral Disengagement in Relationships
Moral disengagement involves both perpetration and disavowal. Understanding the impact of moral disengagement in relationships and society is important for healing..
by: (Carrie Barron M.D.)
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The Liar Is in the Details: A New Way to Detect Deception
Detecting deception is one of the most basic but difficult aspects of communication. New research suggests how to tune your listening skills to probe a liar's twists of the truth..
by: (Susan Krauss Whitbourne PhD, ABPP)
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Your Kids' Dogs and Cats Are Safe
Parents can directly confront misinformation to prevent fear from reaching their children and help them learn to stand against prejudice..
by: (Nancy J. Kislin, LCSW, MFT)
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Semaglutide and Empty Promises of Change
Could the promise of a wonder drug stop us from tackling the behavioral and environmental drivers of the obesity crisis?.
by: (Richard Brown PhD)
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Warning Labels on Social Media Should Be Applauded
Personal Perspective: Discover why a simple label is a crucial step to safeguarding our children’s mental health..
by: (Marika Lindholm Ph.D.)
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Must Our Kids Get a Suitcase of "Swag" After Every Party?
Personal Perspective: Why do our kids get a suitcase of "swag" at the end of every party, and what is it doing to their psyches?.
by: (Nancy Colier LCSW, Rev.)
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Soothing Screen-Induced Anxiety Is Simple: Go Outside
Spending time in nature can help us improve our mental health and resilience. Try these three simple approaches for using nature to combat the stress and anxiety of everyday life..
by: (Reuben Brody LCSWA)
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Why I Go to Coffee Shops: Breaking the Isolation Barrier
A Personal Perspective: Between living in the land of the Internet and being trapped in the world of COVID, we have become isolated from each other..
by: (Carrie J. Knowles)
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Assassins and Their Fixations
U.S. presidential assassins are examined here through modern forensic definitions. The public at large should familiarize themselves with these terms to help thwart future attacks. .
by: (Tahir Rahman M.D.)
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I'm Upset—So Why Am I Comforting You?
Sometimes when we share our need for comfort with other people we find ourselves comforting them instead..
by: (Elizabeth Earnshaw, MA, LMFT, CGT)
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5 Reasons We Fear Criticism
Why do some of us find criticism so upsetting and humiliating, and what can we do to view it more objectively? .
by: (Leon F Seltzer PhD)
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The Lesser-Known Effects of Childhood Sexual Abuse
There are effects of child sexual abuse that many people are not aware of. Learning about these can help former victims understand themselves better. .
by: (Beverly Engel L.M.F.T.)
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Why Self-Advocacy Is Essential for Autistic Adults
Autistic meltdown can be debilitating for autistic adults. Learn how self-advocacy and self-acceptance can help prevent autistic meltdown..
by: (Jessica L Penot LPC-S)
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Exploring the ADHD-Trauma Link in College Freshmen
The stress of college can reveal ADHD symptoms, often amplified by past trauma. Trauma-informed care is key to addressing the relationship between ADHD and trauma in students..
by: (Ugochukwu Uche MS.,LPC)
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Human See, Human Do: We Imitate, Even if Others Dislike It
When we talk to each other, we often (unconsciously) copy each other’s behaviors. How deliberate is this imitative behavior? .
by: (The Learning and Implicit Processes Lab)
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Unlocking the ADHD Brain
Ever wonder what’s happening inside the brain of someone with ADHD? From dopamine imbalances to lagging executive functions, learn how these factors influence ADHD behaviors.
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by: (Kristin Wilcox Ph.D.)
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Bumps, Bruises, and Loops: The Path to Neurotic Suffering
What causes psychological suffering? This post frames it in terms of bumps, bruises, and loops. Learning to see this pattern is the first step in reversing it. .
by: (Gregg Henriques Ph.D.)
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Liminal Dreams: The Creative Sweet Spot
Discover how liminal dream states like hypnagogia can unlock creative breakthroughs by trying simple techniques used by artists like Salvador Dali and innovators like Edison..
by: (Laura Roklicer)
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5 Ways to Build Greater Self-Discipline
Is self-discipline at work sometimes a struggle? Research in psychology points to several practices for bolstering self-control. .
by: (Michael W Wiederman Ph.D.)
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