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Sleep

Living with Night Terrors and Daymares

By Bruce Bauman on May 12, 2022 in Surviving Forty Years of Therapy

Night terrors and regaining some semblance of daytime rationality.

Night terrors and regaining some semblance of daytime rationality.

Relationships

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By Robert N. Kraft Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Defining Memories

The two great needs of people who manipulate nicely are to believe themselves to be good people and to get what they want.

The two great needs of people who manipulate nicely are to believe themselves to be good people and to get what they want.

Evolutionary Psychology

The Neocortex Wins the Darwin Award

By Gary Bernhard, Ed.D. and Kalman Glantz, Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Evolution in Daily Life

In the 1940s, the human mind created a way to destroy the human species. Has the development of artificial intelligence created another?

In the 1940s, the human mind created a way to destroy the human species. Has the development of artificial intelligence created another?

Anxiety

Understanding Anxiety in Young Children

By Rahil D. Briggs PsyD on May 12, 2022 in On Babies

Recognizing the signs and symptoms of anxiety in young children can help practitioners provide supportive strategies to caregivers.

Recognizing the signs and symptoms of anxiety in young children can help practitioners provide supportive strategies to caregivers.

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Narcissism

Narcissistic Abuse and Cultural Trends

By Teyhou Smyth Ph.D., LMFT on May 12, 2022 in Living with Finesse

A narcissist’s need for validation may drive behaviors that become a drain on relationships.

A narcissist’s need for validation may drive behaviors that become a drain on relationships.

Politics

A Ukraine Take-Home Message That We'd Better Not Take Home

By David P. Barash Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Peace and War

Are there any take-home lessons regarding nuclear weapons that we should take home from the Ukraine War? Yes, but not what you probably expect.

Are there any take-home lessons regarding nuclear weapons that we should take home from the Ukraine War? Yes, but not what you probably expect.

Sleep

3 Simple Strategies to Boost Your Brain Health Today

By Austin Perlmutter M.D. on May 12, 2022 in The Modern Brain

Feel like your brain needs a quick pick-me-up? Try these simple steps to boost your brain health.

Feel like your brain needs a quick pick-me-up? Try these simple steps to boost your brain health.

Self-Help

Has Something in Your Life Been Dragging You Down?

By Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Your Personal Renaissance

Recognizing and eliminating energy drains can make a major difference in your life.

Recognizing and eliminating energy drains can make a major difference in your life.

Trauma

Finding Healing in Ancestral History

By Robert T Muller Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Talking About Trauma

When healing from trauma, it is important to find closure with family members.

When healing from trauma, it is important to find closure with family members.

Ethics and Morality

When a “Heartbeat” Is Not a Heartbeat

By Armin Zadeh, MD, Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in The Forgotten Art of Love

Why the view of the beginning of human life is personal and deserves protection.

Why the view of the beginning of human life is personal and deserves protection.

Personality

New and Noteworthy Twins

By Nancy L. Segal Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Twofold

How often do you see twins in the media?

How often do you see twins in the media?

Mindfulness

How Do I Learn Mindfulness in an Evidence-Informed Way?

By Eric B. Loucks Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Find Your Path to a Thriving Life

Meditation scholars often clump mindfulness meditation practices into two sizable approaches that are considered steps. How can you use focused attention and open monitoring?

Meditation scholars often clump mindfulness meditation practices into two sizable approaches that are considered steps. How can you use focused attention and open monitoring?

Work

Executive Assessment: A History of Spies

By Ross Blankenship Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Leading Fast and Slow

What might the history of executive assessment tell us about its future?

What might the history of executive assessment tell us about its future?

Sex

Are Alternative Sexualities a Threat to Traditional Sex?

By Barry W. McCarthy Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in The Paradox of Sex

Alternative sexualities are not a threat to traditional sexual couples

Alternative sexualities are not a threat to traditional sexual couples

Therapy

The Decision to Try Therapy Can Be Difficult for Men

By Anthony J. Nedelman Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Sharpening Some Iron

Men, we worry about a lot of things. Don't let your worries lead you to choose a therapist that will not be a good fit for your needs.

Men, we worry about a lot of things. Don't let your worries lead you to choose a therapist that will not be a good fit for your needs.

Forgiveness

The Cost of Self-Forgiveness

By Johanna Peetz Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Financial Matters

Sometimes two good things can be bad. Like when belief in the possibility of change and self-forgiveness increases spending.

Sometimes two good things can be bad. Like when belief in the possibility of change and self-forgiveness increases spending.

Anxiety

9 Ways to Feel All Your Feelings Without Excessive Distress

By Alice Boyes Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in In Practice

How to be more open to all your emotions, and why.

How to be more open to all your emotions, and why.

Trauma

A New Psychologically Informed Diplomacy

By Molly S. Castelloe Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in The Me in We

A new psychologically informed diplomacy encourages diplomats to talk about their feelings and address the effects of historical trauma on present negotiations.

A new psychologically informed diplomacy encourages diplomats to talk about their feelings and address the effects of historical trauma on present negotiations.

Do You Live in Your Head?

Get Into Your Life

What Does Your Gut Say?

Your Somatic IQ

The Compassion Within

Fear

What Are Phobias and Why Do They Happen?

By Padraic Gibson D.Psych on May 12, 2022 in Escaping Our Mental Traps

Some phobias are created in our minds, like the fear of blushing, and others are created by reality, like fear of animals that can hurt us. How can we overcome them?

Some phobias are created in our minds, like the fear of blushing, and others are created by reality, like fear of animals that can hurt us. How can we overcome them?

Education

The Invisibility of International LGBTQ+ Students

By Kyoung Mi Choi Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Courageously and Boldly

U.S. colleges are better off with international students on campus and must do a better job of welcoming international LGBTQ+ students by understanding their unique needs.

U.S. colleges are better off with international students on campus and must do a better job of welcoming international LGBTQ+ students by understanding their unique needs.

Work

6 Ways to Find Purpose and Meaning During Your Work Day

By Ronald E. Riggio Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Cutting-Edge Leadership

With a few simple practices, you can find more meaning in your work and feel more energized to take on the day.

With a few simple practices, you can find more meaning in your work and feel more energized to take on the day.

Psychopathy

One Trait That Helps Psychopaths Succeed in Society

By Mark Travers Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Social Instincts

New research reveals how psychopathy and charisma sometimes go hand-in-hand.

New research reveals how psychopathy and charisma sometimes go hand-in-hand.

Therapy

7 Myths About Infidelity Betrayed Partners Often Believe

By Sari Cooper, CST, LCSW on May 12, 2022 in Sex Esteem

Infidelity hurts. Here are some of the most common myths that prevent betrayed women from healing from that hurt.

Infidelity hurts. Here are some of the most common myths that prevent betrayed women from healing from that hurt.

Law and Crime

Get the Message: How to Prevent Crime

By Jason Roach Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Stopping Crime

How can police make crime prevention messages more effective?

How can police make crime prevention messages more effective?

Intelligence

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By Bobby Hoffman Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Motivate!

Science doesn’t always seem to make sense, especially when it contradicts logic and reason, as shown in these surprising research findings.

Science doesn’t always seem to make sense, especially when it contradicts logic and reason, as shown in these surprising research findings.

Suicide

Is There Anything to Say to a Suicide Attempt Survivor?

By Elana Premack Sandler L.C.S.W., M.P.H on May 12, 2022 in Pacifier Clip Baby Accessory Elephant Star Heart Shaped Wooden N

How to offer support to someone who survives a suicide attempt, without saying a thing.

How to offer support to someone who survives a suicide attempt, without saying a thing.

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Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Tied to Serious Long-Term Harms

By Christopher Lane Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Side Effects

With more than 92 million prescriptions for benzodiazepines annually dispensed in the United States, why is so little known about the experiences of those taking and discontinuing them?

With more than 92 million prescriptions for benzodiazepines annually dispensed in the United States, why is so little known about the experiences of those taking and discontinuing them?

Positive Psychology

The Practice of Positive Psychology

By Hillcrest Psychological Associates on May 12, 2022 in The Therapy Journey

Interested in feeling better about yourself? The practice of positive psychology can improve your self-worth.

Interested in feeling better about yourself? The practice of positive psychology can improve your self-worth.

Depression

Does Your Neighborhood Affect Your Mental Health?

By The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on May 12, 2022 in Evidence-Based Living

Youth who live in neighborhoods with gun violence are more likely to experience mental health problems.

Youth who live in neighborhoods with gun violence are more likely to experience mental health problems.

Work

How to Manage Politeness

By Emre Soyer, Ph.D., and Robin M. Hogarth, Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Experience Studio

To be sustainable, politeness needs to be used wisely by decision-makers and appreciated by recipients.

To be sustainable, politeness needs to be used wisely by decision-makers and appreciated by recipients.

Anger

The Worst Place to Get Angry

By Naveed Saleh M.D., M.S. on May 12, 2022 in The Red-Light District

Workplace anger can lead to serious repercussions, including lack of perspective. It's smart to keep your emotions in check while on the clock.

Workplace anger can lead to serious repercussions, including lack of perspective. It's smart to keep your emotions in check while on the clock.

Anxiety

Helping Kids Feel Bad Can Help Them Feel Good

By Angela Duckworth Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Actionable Advice to Help Kids Thrive

What happens when you stop trying to "fix" things for kids?

What happens when you stop trying to "fix" things for kids?

Family Dynamics

The Five Stages of Grief for an Estranged Sibling

By Fern Schumer Chapman on May 12, 2022 in Brothers, Sisters, Strangers

With respect to the famous psychologist Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, the five stages of grief for a death differ from the five stages of grief for a sibling estrangement.

With respect to the famous psychologist Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, the five stages of grief for a death differ from the five stages of grief for a sibling estrangement.

Education

What Did You Really Learn in School?

By Ben Bernstein Ph.D. on May 12, 2022 in Be Your Best

How much do you remember from all the hours you sat at how many desks in how many classrooms?

How much do you remember from all the hours you sat at how many desks in how many classrooms?

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