Cognition

Why Do We Experience Fatigue?

By Jonas Dora MSc on November 15, 2019 in On Human Decision-Making

Many times throughout a day, we feel fatigued. But what does that mean exactly? And can we prevent or delay it? Read on for some answers as well as some new, exciting questions.

Many times throughout a day, we feel fatigued. But what does that mean exactly? And can we prevent or delay it? Read on for some answers as well as some new, exciting questions.

Environment

4 Critical Leadership Issues for 2020 and Beyond

By Ronald E Riggio Ph.D. on November 15, 2019 in Cutting-Edge Leadership

What is the single most important quality leaders of the future need to succeed?

What is the single most important quality leaders of the future need to succeed?

Trauma

Behavioral Versus Trauma-Informed Approaches in Children?

By David Rettew M.D. on November 15, 2019 in ABCs of Child Psychiatry

“Behavioral” approaches to children who act up and become dysregulated are steadily being replaced by more “trauma-informed” models. Are we losing some good tools in the process?

“Behavioral” approaches to children who act up and become dysregulated are steadily being replaced by more “trauma-informed” models. Are we losing some good tools in the process?

Aging

The Psychology of "OK, Boomer"

By Alexander Danvers Ph.D. on November 15, 2019 in How Do You Know?

Making sense of what led an inter-generational put-down to become a viral sensation—using moral psychology and relationship science.

Making sense of what led an inter-generational put-down to become a viral sensation—using moral psychology and relationship science.

Is autism a disease? More importantly, is it sad?

Narcissism

Branding a Narcissist: Every Detail Supports their Image

By Suzanne Degges-White Ph.D. on November 15, 2019 in Lifetime Connections

Narcissists skillfully manipulate their image to be more effective in drawing in their prey. Classy or hip on the outside doesn’t guarantee substance on the inside.

Narcissists skillfully manipulate their image to be more effective in drawing in their prey. Classy or hip on the outside doesn’t guarantee substance on the inside.

Personality

Only Children: Are They Really All That Different?

By Mark Travers Ph.D. on November 15, 2019 in Social Instincts

New research compares the personalities of adults with and without siblings.

New research compares the personalities of adults with and without siblings.

Parenting children so that they develop authentic self-esteem involves more than just success or praise!

Health

New Ways to Fight Against Colon Cancer

By Chris Gilbert, M.D., Ph.D. on November 15, 2019 in Heal the Mind to Heal the Body

Three lessons learned from Michael’s fight against colon cancer could help save your life or the life of a loved one.

Three lessons learned from Michael’s fight against colon cancer could help save your life or the life of a loved one.

Alcoholism

How Do We View Social Drinkers?

By Wendy L. Patrick, Ph.D. on November 15, 2019 in Why Bad Looks Good

Does catching a buzz make you more attractive, more annoying, or more likely to engage in dangerous behavior? Research gives us some answers.

Does catching a buzz make you more attractive, more annoying, or more likely to engage in dangerous behavior? Research gives us some answers.

Relationships

Definitive Guide to Singlism, Matrimania, and Related Biases

By Bella DePaulo Ph.D. on November 15, 2019 in Living Single

Your definitive guide to terms for unfair treatment of singles and glorifying of married people: singlism, matrimania, marital status discrimination, and marital privilege.

Your definitive guide to terms for unfair treatment of singles and glorifying of married people: singlism, matrimania, marital status discrimination, and marital privilege.

Media

7 Reasons Why We Fall for Fake News

By Christopher Dwyer Ph.D. on November 15, 2019 in Thoughts on Thinking

Just as important as knowing how to identify fake news is understanding why we fall for it.

Just as important as knowing how to identify fake news is understanding why we fall for it.

Diet

How to Eat to Keep Your Brain in Optimal Shape

By Susan McQuillan M.S., RDN on November 15, 2019 in Cravings

Want to keep your mind sharp? Follow this recipe for maintaining brain health and preventing cognitive decline.

Want to keep your mind sharp? Follow this recipe for maintaining brain health and preventing cognitive decline.

Gender

Why We Need New Scientific Heroes

By Patricia Fara Ph.D. on November 15, 2019 in A Lab of One's Own

Why do so many people still believe that you can either be a good scientist or a normal woman, but not both?

Why do so many people still believe that you can either be a good scientist or a normal woman, but not both?

Therapy

Why Retired Marines Make Exceptional Social Workers

By Shauna H Springer Ph.D. on November 15, 2019 in Free-Range Psychology

Marines have not only been some of my best friends—they have been some of the most exceptional partners I’ve had on the front lines of this mental warfare we are facing.

Marines have not only been some of my best friends—they have been some of the most exceptional partners I’ve had on the front lines of this mental warfare we are facing.

Anger

Of Chimps and Men

By Anthony C. Lopez Ph.D. on November 15, 2019 in Evolutionary Politics

Are we compelled to violence by our inner passions and brute instincts, or are we born peaceful yet pulled tragically into conflict by the various pressures of social life?

Are we compelled to violence by our inner passions and brute instincts, or are we born peaceful yet pulled tragically into conflict by the various pressures of social life?

Autism

What Is It Like to Get an Autism Diagnosis Later in Life?

By Katherine K.M. Stavropoulos Ph.D. on November 15, 2019 in Neuroscience in Translation

Why are more older adults being diagnosed with autism for the first time? New research provides insight into the process of being diagnosed with ASD after age 50.

Why are more older adults being diagnosed with autism for the first time? New research provides insight into the process of being diagnosed with ASD after age 50.

Self-Help

Five Ways Self-Hatred Runs Destructively in the Background

By Grant Hilary Brenner MD, FAPA on November 15, 2019 in ExperiMentations

Self-hatred, often hidden and expressed in uncontrolled self-destructive enactments, underlies many thorny problems of living. Divining what is happening is the first step.

Self-hatred, often hidden and expressed in uncontrolled self-destructive enactments, underlies many thorny problems of living. Divining what is happening is the first step.

Relationships

The Talk Rule

By Marty Nemko Ph.D. on November 15, 2019 in How To Do Life

The power of speaking a little less than your share.

The power of speaking a little less than your share.

Sleep

5 Important Connections Between Cancer and Sleep

By Michael J Breus Ph.D. on November 14, 2019 in Sleep Newzzz

Sleep can play a powerful and protective role in helping us manage and even reduce our cancer risk.

Sleep can play a powerful and protective role in helping us manage and even reduce our cancer risk.

Animal Behavior

The Life Stages of Dogs: From Puppies to Seniors

By Zazie Todd Ph.D. on November 14, 2019 in Fellow Creatures

The things you need to know about each stage of your dog’s life, and the behavior changes to expect as they mature from puppies to seniors.

The things you need to know about each stage of your dog’s life, and the behavior changes to expect as they mature from puppies to seniors.

Relationships

How To Be “Just Friends” After a Break-Up

By Suzanne Gelb Ph.D., J.D. on November 14, 2019 in All Grown Up

Are you navigating a breakup with someone and hoping to be “just friends” afterward? In part three of a four-part series, an expert offers insight... and hope.

Are you navigating a breakup with someone and hoping to be “just friends” afterward? In part three of a four-part series, an expert offers insight... and hope.

Sex

Can Sex Really Blow Your Mind?

By Amee Baird Ph.D. on November 14, 2019 in Sex in the Brain

We’ve all heard the phrase, but can it really happen? Can sex actually blow your mind? Indeed, it can. It can trigger a temporary loss of memory, or even permanent brain damage.

We’ve all heard the phrase, but can it really happen? Can sex actually blow your mind? Indeed, it can. It can trigger a temporary loss of memory, or even permanent brain damage.

Parenting

Trapped in a Vicious Cycle of Worry About Your Adult Child?

By Meredith Resnick L.C.S.W. on November 14, 2019 in Adoption Stories

Is your adult child chronically dependent on you? And more than a little resentful despite all you do?

Is your adult child chronically dependent on you? And more than a little resentful despite all you do?

Relationships

5 Ways to Help Your Partner Be Their Best Self

By Alice Boyes Ph.D. on November 14, 2019 in In Practice

How to use your knowledge of your partner's strengths to help them grow.

How to use your knowledge of your partner's strengths to help them grow.

Resilience

How to Help After the Santa Clarita Mass Shooting

By Jamie D. Aten Ph.D. on November 14, 2019 in Hope + Resilience

Mental health experts share useful guidance for responding to the mass shooting at Saugus High School in Santa Clarita, California.

Mental health experts share useful guidance for responding to the mass shooting at Saugus High School in Santa Clarita, California.

Anxiety

Staying Present When You're Anxious About Your Teen’s Future

By Dana Dorfman MSW, Ph.D. on November 14, 2019 in The Parenting Paradox: Aligning Values With the Drive to Achieve

The more your anxiety spirals, the further you get from being the kind of parent you need to be: focused on who your teen is in the present.

The more your anxiety spirals, the further you get from being the kind of parent you need to be: focused on who your teen is in the present.

Cognition

Is Book Reading Your Antidote to Pesky Screen Distractions?

By Richard E. Cytowic M.D. on November 14, 2019 in The Fallible Mind

Reading linear stories can heal the effects of heavy screen exposure and digital distractions. It can temper your scattered attention and build up your emotional intelligence.

Reading linear stories can heal the effects of heavy screen exposure and digital distractions. It can temper your scattered attention and build up your emotional intelligence.