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Mark Travers, Ph.D, is an American psychologist with degrees from Cornell University and the University of Colorado Boulder. He can be reached at travers.mark@gmail.com.

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Why CBT Beats Medication in the Treatment of Depression

Recent research explores why talk therapy is so effective at treating depression.

The 4 Most Common Work-From-Home Bad Habits

New data reveals who is most susceptible to "WFH" misconduct.

Why "Toxic Positivity" Is a Dangerous Idea

Beware of anyone who tells you your positivity is toxic.

Why Feeling Grateful Could Lead to Questionable Behavior

Gratitude may make us more susceptible to social influence, finds a new study.

A New Dating App Puts Personality Before Appearance

Juliette Swann discusses her company's unique approach to online dating.

Juliette Swann discusses her company's unique approach to online dating.

No, You Were Not Happier Way Back When. Here's Why

How to overcome the "rosy retrospection" bias.

How to overcome the "rosy retrospection" bias.

The Key Difference in How Men and Women Cooperate

New research suggests men and women take different approaches to cooperation.

New research suggests men and women take different approaches to cooperation.

In Times of COVID-19, Happy Couples Are Doing These 5 Things

A new study offers tips on how to make your relationship thrive during COVID-19.

A new study offers tips on how to make your relationship thrive during COVID-19.

Can Money Buy Happiness? Ask Yourself This Question Instead

Money makes us happier, but only up to a certain point.

Money makes us happier, but only up to a certain point.

Why We're Obsessed With Antiheroes

Why do we sometimes find ourselves rooting for the Tony Sopranos, Walter Whites, and Harley Quinns of the world? It may have to do with the extent to which we see ourselves in them.

Why do we sometimes find ourselves rooting for the Tony Sopranos, Walter Whites, and Harley Quinns of the world? It may have to do with the extent to which we see ourselves in them.