Psychology Today

Thinking about talking politics on Thanksgiving? Or not? Strategies that may help you.

Although emotional abuse can be subtle, the impact is profound and can create intense self-doubt, fear, anxiety, anger, and depression.

Overwhelmed by the thought of the upcoming holidays?

You know them - they're in your workplace, in your home, and now at your Thanksgiving table. People that love conflict. Here's how to handle the 5 types of high-conflict people.

Too many parents have lost and need help to retrieve their primary connection with their children.

Teacher burnout is an international epidemic. How is burnout affecting teachers, and why?

Vapes are bad for your lungs. You'll want to smoke more if you're losing sleep. Don't just pretend your kids aren't smoking pot or that it's okay. Give them information.

If traditional solutions to workplace stress aren't working anymore, try writing. You may be surprised at what you learn about yourself and your work.

I created seven Principles of Parting while going through my own divorce and writing a book about it. The Principles are guideposts that keep us stay on course during trying times.

How can we heal the divides in our country -- and our family? A few simple tools can go a long way.

The traditional White House pardon of a single turkey and Temple Grandin's "stairway to heaven" on which food cows stumble at the end of their lives are confusing feel good scams.

Whenever you find yourself on opposite ends of a heated debate, whether with family or friends, new research on diversity vs. differences suggests how to bridge the gaps.

Here's the truth: Despite whatever he's posting on Instagram, he is suffering, too. Just maybe not as much as you. And not in the way you are.

How can we get through Thanksgiving without harming anyone or being harmed? We must keep our expectations low, and our goals specific. Try to connect over being right.