Health

Is Red Meat Really Bad For You?

By The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on November 21, 2019 in Evidence-Based Living

This fall, a group of nutrition researchers called into question these ubiquitous recommendations to avoid red and processed meat.

This fall, a group of nutrition researchers called into question these ubiquitous recommendations to avoid red and processed meat.

Neuroscience

Genetics of Left-Handedness: New Breakthrough

By Sebastian Ocklenburg, Ph.D. on November 21, 2019 in The Asymmetric Brain

Are you left-handed? The world's largest study on the genetics left-handedness now provided new insights on why some of us are lefties

Are you left-handed? The world's largest study on the genetics left-handedness now provided new insights on why some of us are lefties

Animal Behavior

How Ethologists Learned to Respect Animal's Minds

By David P. Barash Ph.D. on November 21, 2019 in Peace and War

Ethologists used to maintain that animals behaved "instinctively" and without much thought. In fact, the qujestion of animal minds was a kind of third rail. But no more.

Ethologists used to maintain that animals behaved "instinctively" and without much thought. In fact, the qujestion of animal minds was a kind of third rail. But no more.

Parenting

The Art of Being a Good Parent of a Student Athlete

By Marty Nemko Ph.D. on November 21, 2019 in How To Do Life

Threading the needle between indifference and overinvestment.

Threading the needle between indifference and overinvestment.

Animal Behavior

A New Report Details Why Numerous Animal Models Fail Humans

By Marc Bekoff Ph.D. on November 20, 2019 in Animal Emotions

Data show many animal models lack predictive value, internal and external validity, and don't lead to effective treatments for numerous diseases that kill and incapacitate humans.

Data show many animal models lack predictive value, internal and external validity, and don't lead to effective treatments for numerous diseases that kill and incapacitate humans.

ADHD

Organized Lightning: The Future is Now for ADHD

By Benjamin Cheyette, M.D., and Sarah Cheyette M.D. on November 20, 2019 in 1-2-3-ADHD

Ready to improve your ADHD in a new and different way? Read about the neurostimulator recently FDA approved for ADHD. Capture the power of lightning and put it in your brain!

Ready to improve your ADHD in a new and different way? Read about the neurostimulator recently FDA approved for ADHD. Capture the power of lightning and put it in your brain!

Therapy

How to Recognize a Bad Therapist

By Elinor Greenberg Ph.D. on November 20, 2019 in Understanding Narcissism

If your therapy is going nowhere and you suspect that you are with the wrong therapist, here is the information that can help you decide: Is it me or is it my therapist?

If your therapy is going nowhere and you suspect that you are with the wrong therapist, here is the information that can help you decide: Is it me or is it my therapist?

Eating Disorders

The Challenges Of Helping A Friend With An Eating Disorder

By Jennifer Guttman Psy.D. on November 20, 2019 in Sustainable Life Satisfaction

How to walk the tightrope of supporting a roommate with eating disorders without endangering your own health

How to walk the tightrope of supporting a roommate with eating disorders without endangering your own health

Resilience

The Power of Your Words When a Baby Dies

By Deborah L. Davis Ph.D. on November 20, 2019 in Laugh, Cry, Live

Your words have a powerful effect on grieving parents, whether you’re a professional caregiver or a dear friend. Here are insights on what to say and improve the support you offer.

Your words have a powerful effect on grieving parents, whether you’re a professional caregiver or a dear friend. Here are insights on what to say and improve the support you offer.

Relationships

4 Tips to Surviving the Holidays As a Newlywed

By Goali Saedi Bocci Ph.D. on November 20, 2019 in Millennial Media

The holiday season is upon us which can mean stress and conflict. For newlyweds, this time of year can be particularly trying...

The holiday season is upon us which can mean stress and conflict. For newlyweds, this time of year can be particularly trying...

Sex

Bisexual Women in Relationships –Searching for Media Support

By Dr. Emily Eckstein, PsyD, LMFT on November 20, 2019 in Getting Real In Relationships

It’s not just that people do not understand bisexuality, but society and media do not support it. Lack of media support is critical to deeper and more connecting conversations.

It’s not just that people do not understand bisexuality, but society and media do not support it. Lack of media support is critical to deeper and more connecting conversations.

Is Online Love Truly Blind? Even after a scam is concerned, the lonely continue to believe

Parenting

Why My Daughter Does Chores

By Polly Campbell on November 20, 2019 in Imperfect Spirituality

Is it worth the whining you'll need to put up with to get your teen to do chores? Yes. Here's why.

Is it worth the whining you'll need to put up with to get your teen to do chores? Yes. Here's why.

Work

The Neurobiology of Expressing Gratitude

By Camille Preston Ph.D. on November 20, 2019 in Mental Health in the Workplace

A growing body of research suggests that expressing gratitude has measurable effects on a neurobiological level.

A growing body of research suggests that expressing gratitude has measurable effects on a neurobiological level.

Addiction

The Smoke Screen of Vaping Disguises Embers of Addiction

By Mark E. Jaffe M.D. on November 20, 2019 in Surviving Addiction

Overlooked in the clamor about vaping is that it's another gateway drug feeding the addict's hungry brain. Its nicotine shares much in common with heroin, alcohol, or any drug.

Overlooked in the clamor about vaping is that it's another gateway drug feeding the addict's hungry brain. Its nicotine shares much in common with heroin, alcohol, or any drug.

Self-Help

Men Are Afraid to Ask for Help

By Dan Bates, LMHC, MAML on November 20, 2019 in Mental Health Nerd

Our desire to be Superman is our kryptonite. Men have to say enough is enough and re-associate what asking for help means.

Our desire to be Superman is our kryptonite. Men have to say enough is enough and re-associate what asking for help means.

Social Life

Why Cyberbullying Hurts and How to Handle It

By Jade Wu Ph.D. on November 20, 2019 in The Savvy Psychologist

There are several things you can do to avoid bullying scenarios, help victims, and take care of yourself.

There are several things you can do to avoid bullying scenarios, help victims, and take care of yourself.

Transgender

Transgender Health Is Public Health

By Sandro Galea M.D. on November 20, 2019 in Talking About Health

A reminder that when we marginalize transgender persons, we make the world less healthy for everyone.

A reminder that when we marginalize transgender persons, we make the world less healthy for everyone.

Stress

Taking It Easy in Buenos Aires

By Brian King Ph.D. on November 20, 2019 in Taking It Easy

Life got you bummed out? Learn how to take it easy.

Life got you bummed out? Learn how to take it easy.

Parenting

Dear Unborn Daughter

By John Kim LMFT on November 20, 2019 in The Angry Therapist

A letter to my unborn daughter.

A letter to my unborn daughter.

Anxiety

Plagued by Self-Doubt? Get a Conscience-ectomy!

By Jeremy E Sherman Ph.D., MPP on November 20, 2019 in Ambigamy

Self-doubt is a drag. Here's how to kill it once and for all.

Self-doubt is a drag. Here's how to kill it once and for all.

Child Development

Food for Thought: Preserving SNAP for Families in Need

By Rashmita S. Mistry, Ph.D. on November 20, 2019 in Social Class Matters

The research evidence is clear: Reductions in SNAP benefits will harm children.

The research evidence is clear: Reductions in SNAP benefits will harm children.

Relationships

Lasting Passionate Love in Happy Couples

By Diana Kirschner Ph.D. on November 20, 2019 in Finding True Love

Lasting passionate love in relationships is achieved by practicing four key strategies.

Lasting passionate love in relationships is achieved by practicing four key strategies.

Anxiety

Anxiety Is a Symptom

By David Hanscom, MD on November 20, 2019 in Anxiety: Another Name for Pain

Anxiety is the signal that indicates danger. It is a powerful neurochemical survival response that is neither a psychological diagnosis nor subject to rational control.

Anxiety is the signal that indicates danger. It is a powerful neurochemical survival response that is neither a psychological diagnosis nor subject to rational control.

Cognition

When Your Best Judgment Ends Up Flat Out Wrong

By Leon F Seltzer Ph.D. on November 20, 2019 in Evolution of the Self

When you’re pressed to make a decision, rarely is the evidence you have on hand sufficient to guarantee you’ll make the right one. So what if you get it wrong?

When you’re pressed to make a decision, rarely is the evidence you have on hand sufficient to guarantee you’ll make the right one. So what if you get it wrong?

Happiness

Who Are Happier, Facebook Users or Facebook Holdouts?

By Mark Travers Ph.D. on November 20, 2019 in Social Instincts

New research explores the complicated relationship between Facebook use and happiness.

New research explores the complicated relationship between Facebook use and happiness.

Trauma

Helping a Child and Yourself Regain Control

By Keith Fadelici LCSW on November 20, 2019 in Fostering Freedom

Trauma can convince us that we have no power over its impact. Caregivers, using the right tools, can effectively push back.

Trauma can convince us that we have no power over its impact. Caregivers, using the right tools, can effectively push back.

Work

How to Deal with Time Bullies

By Jamie Gruman Ph.D. on November 20, 2019 in Don't Forget the Basil

How should you handle people who disrespect your time at work?

How should you handle people who disrespect your time at work?