Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia—On the Same Spectrum?
Could bipolar disorder and schizophrenia fall on the same spectrum?.
by: (Jennifer Gerlach LCSW)
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Being “There” for Others: What’s in It for You?
Other-oriented approaches and prosocial behaviors can offer mutual benefits, improving a person's well-being and life satisfaction. Here's how it works..
by: (Kelly-Ann Allen Ph.D.)
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How to Encourage Generosity in Your Kids This Holiday Season
The holidays can be a perfect time to teach generosity to our kids. Here are three ways to encourage the "warm glow" of kindness during this festive season. .
by: (Hali Kil Ph.D.)
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Evolutionary Psychological Lag Complicates Stress Reactivity
Why do we overreact to stressful situations? .
by: (Jeff Comer Psy.D.)
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Navigating Holiday Stress in a Virtual Workplace
Explore strategies for managing holiday stress, prioritizing self-care, and maintaining emotional well-being while balancing remote work and personal responsibilities..
by: (Michele Leno Ph.D.)
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The Nerves Don't Go Away
Nervousness before a big race or other competition is to be expected. But whether nerves help or harm our performance depends in part on our perception. .
by: (Margaret Smith Ph.D.)
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Rethinking Gendered Socialization for Black Girls
Explore the impact of social media on Black girls' self-perception during puberty and learn how we can empower them to embrace their authentic selves amid societal pressures..
by: (Rona Carter Ph.D.)
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How Curiosity Creates Connection and Makes You a Better Date
Curiosity is the secret to being perceived as a great date. Learn how to develop this important intimacy skill..
by: (Jennice Vilhauer Ph.D.)
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Taboos in Treating Men's Sexual, Erectile, and Mental Health
Societal expectations can create barriers that prevent men from seeking out the mental, physical, and sexual help they need. Clinicians can help break these down..
by: (Sari Cooper, CST, LCSW)
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Are Artificial Intelligence Companions the Future of Love?
As AI companions blur the line between real and virtual intimacy, what are the emotional and ethical benefits and risks?.
by: (Nicole K. McNichols Ph.D.)
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Embracing Tipping Points in Crises
Crises have been referred to as "dangerous opportunities." However, the opportunity depends on what those involved do at those critical "tipping points.".
by: (J. Scott Fraser Ph.D.)
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What Is Emotional Flooding?
Some of us experience heightened reactions due to something called “emotional flooding.” .
by: (Lynne Reeves Griffin R.N., M.Ed.)
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Improve Your Relationships by Thinking Like an Extraterrestrial
Learning to think like someone you’re not..
by: (Eric Haseltine Ph.D.)
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A Powerful Tool in Divorce: Meditation
Meditation lowers cortisol levels, decreases activity in the amygdala, builds resilience and stress tolerance, and helps you regulate your emotions. Here's how..
by: (Ann Gold Buscho Ph.D.)
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At Long Last, a Quicker Way to Measure Your Personality
It’s always fascinating to gain insight into what makes you tick. Getting right to the point, a new measure of personality makes the process reasonably quick and easy..
by: (Susan Krauss Whitbourne PhD, ABPP)
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The Virtual Gratitude Visit
Discover how the virtual gratitude visit and the empty chair method can help you show gratitude to those who are no longer in your life..
by: (Llewellyn E. van Zyl Ph.D.)
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Is Busyness Good for Us—or Is It Bad?
What does our evolutionary history say about which is better for us: working hard or taking it easy?.
by: (Nigel Barber Ph.D.)
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Understanding Emotional Eating
We are told emotional eating is bad—plain and simple. Let's get curious about why we turn to food in stressful moments..
by: (Vanessa Scaringi Ph.D., CEDS-C)
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The Magic of Gratitude
3 easy ways to add more gratitude to your daily routine..
by: (Laura Gabayan, M.D.)
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Are Students Safer at School With or Without Their Phones?
Are children safer at school with or without their phones? Experts ring in with their points of view..
by: (Corinne Masur Psy.D.)
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Am I Naïve?
To see through the lies, manipulations, and misbehavior of others, it's important to pay attention to our own internal guidance system. .
by: (Andrea Mathews LPC, NCC)
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Forever Trying to Rescue You
Personal Perspective: There was a whole lot of “the worst” those last few years. Ending with the worst of the worst..
by: (Larry Carlat)
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First-Gen College Students Have Higher Levels of Depression
Many colleges and universities are recognizing the importance of supporting first-generation college students to succeed. What support is needed, and how much is enough?.
by: (Kristin A. Buss Ph.D.)
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Surviving Work: A Creative’s Guide to Dysfunctional Cultures
Dysfunctional workplaces employ a predictable cast of characters. Knowing the roles they play can help you navigate the complexity and find allies..
by: (Dorothy Suskind Ph.D.)
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Making Forgiveness a Part of the Marriage Preparation
Marriage preparation instruction often omits learning about forgiveness. Forgiving family-of-origin members and then each other can reduce resentment and help a marriage to thrive..
by: (Robert Enright Ph.D.)
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Where Does Cognition Live?
As LLMs emulate thought, true cognition is still uniquely human..
by: (John Nosta)
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Believing the World Is Bad Can Hurt Your Relationships
A recent study of couples finds costs of seeing the world as a bad place — costs for you and your partner. .
by: (Jer Clifton Ph.D.)
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False Reporting and Mandatory Reporting
The case of Maya Kowalski: Will a recent case impact whether or not individuals report suspected abuse?.
by: (Franne Sippel Ed.D., LP)
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5 Holiday Gratitude Tips for Overwhelmed New Moms
Feeling overwhelmed this holiday season? Discover how gratitude can ease postpartum depression with 5 tips to find calm, joy, and connection as a new mom..
by: (Kelly Siebold)
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Think Like an Extraterrestrial to Improve Your Relationships
A mind-expanding exercise to see yourself and the ones you care about..
by: (Chris Gilbert, M.D., Ph.D.)
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