Shakespeare's Love Lessons

Friends

When Is a Friendship a Bromance? Two Tests

James Kuzner Ph.D. on February 4, 2019

Friendships are sometimes called "bromances." What are they, and what do they offer that typical friendships don't? See what recent studies and a novel by Tolkien have to say.

Aging

Aging Anxiety and Facebook's 10-Year Challenge

James Kuzner Ph.D. on January 18, 2019

Facebook's Ten-Year challenge shows how anxious many of us are about aging. Books can help banish that anxiety.

Jealousy

When is Jealousy Unhealthy? Three Signs from Shakespeare

James Kuzner Ph.D. on November 20, 2018

Everyone feels jealousy, but how can we tell when jealousy has become unhealthy? Here are some signs, from Shakespeare and recent studies.

Health

Literature and Down Syndrome: Finding Joy in the Present

James Kuzner Ph.D. on November 5, 2018

Having a child with an uncertain future can make us obsess about what's next. Books can help us remember the joys of the present.

Narcissism

Dealing with Narcissists: Two Tips from Shakespeare

James Kuzner Ph.D. on October 10, 2018

Want to know how to deal with the narcissist in your life? Worried that you may be that narcissist? Shakespeare can help.

Relationships

Love Lives (and Dies) by Excitement

James Kuzner Ph.D. on September 18, 2018

Worried your relationship has too much (or too little) excitement? Shakespeare can be of help.