Fireworks Can Torment Veterans and Survivors of Gun Violence

Arash Javanbakht M.D. on July 1, 2020 in The Many Faces of Anxiety and Trauma

For some veterans, the 4th of July can be a terrifying ordeal because the fireworks rock their nervous system.

For some veterans, the 4th of July can be a terrifying ordeal because the fireworks rock their nervous system.

Reentering the World Post-Quarantine

Konstantin Lukin Ph.D. on July 1, 2020 in The Man Cave

How do we begin to leave our homes and re-enter the world when safety cannot be guaranteed?

How do we begin to leave our homes and re-enter the world when safety cannot be guaranteed?

Recover Your Well-Being

Alane K. Daugherty Ph.D. on July 1, 2020 in Healing Stress from the Inside Out

The times are stripping you of your well-being. Being intentional about all of the dimensions of wellness is the key to recovering it.

The times are stripping you of your well-being. Being intentional about all of the dimensions of wellness is the key to recovering it.

Postpartum OCD: How It’s Different from “Regular” Anxiety

Melissa Weinberg LCPC on July 1, 2020 in Finding Balance Postpartum

What does postpartum OCD look like and why can it be hard to identify?

What does postpartum OCD look like and why can it be hard to identify?

Finding Laughter and Joy in an Anxious World: 5 Perspectives

Gina Barreca Ph.D. on July 1, 2020 in Snow White Doesn't Live Here Anymore

We might not know where we’ll end up, but when you find folks you can really laugh with, you know you’ve arrived.

We might not know where we’ll end up, but when you find folks you can really laugh with, you know you’ve arrived.

Who's Playing Hard-to-Get, Who’s Attracted to It, and Why

Omri Gillath Ph.D. on July 1, 2020 in All We Need Is Love

Left on read? Benched? Modern technology injects new life to old mating strategies of playing, and pursuing, hard-to-get.

Left on read? Benched? Modern technology injects new life to old mating strategies of playing, and pursuing, hard-to-get.

Feeling Anxious About a Decision?

Ilene Berns-Zare PsyD on July 1, 2020 in Flourish and Thrive

Here's a powerful clue to help you gain clarity that's hardwired into human biology.

Here's a powerful clue to help you gain clarity that's hardwired into human biology.

Can Dogs Who Are Afraid of Fireworks or Loud Noise Be Cured?

Stanley Coren PhD., DSc, FRSC on July 1, 2020 in Canine Corner

Does the sound of fireworks or thunder frighten your dog? New research shows which methods of treating fear of loud noises in dogs work, and which don't.

Does the sound of fireworks or thunder frighten your dog? New research shows which methods of treating fear of loud noises in dogs work, and which don't.

5 More Tips for a Great Night of Sleep

Michael J Breus Ph.D. on July 1, 2020 in Sleep Newzzz

Looking to add a few hours of better sleep to your life? Here are some important tips to help you get there.

Looking to add a few hours of better sleep to your life? Here are some important tips to help you get there.

Six Benefits of Having a Pet

Andrea F. Polard Psy.D. on June 30, 2020 in A Unified Theory of Happiness

Why is it that even small critters can cause us to bond strongly and mourn over their deaths? Pets give us tremendous pleasure, which has never been truer than now during COVID-19.

Why is it that even small critters can cause us to bond strongly and mourn over their deaths? Pets give us tremendous pleasure, which has never been truer than now during COVID-19.

Are you stressed about doing things "the right way?" Recognizing the imperfection of perfection may help.

Too Tired to Meditate?

Joseph Cardillo Ph.D. on June 30, 2020 in Attention Training

How you can control the energy of being awake.

How you can control the energy of being awake.

This Song Can Induce More Relaxation than a Massage

Kailey Spina Horan, Ph.D., LMHC on June 30, 2020 in The Reality of Gen Z

Have 8 minutes to spare? Listen to this song to enjoy deep relaxation.

Have 8 minutes to spare? Listen to this song to enjoy deep relaxation.

Genetics and Anxiety

Emily Deans M.D. on June 30, 2020 in Evolutionary Psychiatry

The roots of anxiety and depression are complicated, but perhaps we've found guidance for diagnosis and treatment in the future.

The roots of anxiety and depression are complicated, but perhaps we've found guidance for diagnosis and treatment in the future.

Worried Sleepless? Try These 3 Things

Christina Pierpaoli Parker on June 30, 2020 in Eng(aging)

Worry and rumination got you wired but tired? These evidence-based tips can help.

Worry and rumination got you wired but tired? These evidence-based tips can help.

What to Do When You Reach a Breaking Point

Gustavo Razzetti on June 30, 2020 in The Adaptive Mind

Everybody faces a potential breaking point more than once in their life. How can we prepare ourselves to deal with them?

Everybody faces a potential breaking point more than once in their life. How can we prepare ourselves to deal with them?

Are You Feeling Sparks With Someone New or Anxiety?

Roxy Zarrabi Psy.D. on June 30, 2020 in Mindful Dating

Do you often fall for the wrong type? Asking yourself this question could be an important part of breaking the cycle.

Do you often fall for the wrong type? Asking yourself this question could be an important part of breaking the cycle.

COVID-19: This Respirator Hospitals Use Can Protect You Too

Tom Bunn L.C.S.W. on June 30, 2020 in Conquer Fear Of Flying

Industrial respirators are being used in hospitals when N95 respirators are in short supply. They are being used also because most staff feel better protected by them.

Industrial respirators are being used in hospitals when N95 respirators are in short supply. They are being used also because most staff feel better protected by them.

COVID Exhaustion

Rebecca S. Heiss Ph.D. on June 30, 2020 in Psych-illogical

Exhaustion is a natural phase in our stress response to COVID, but we aren’t helpless victims of our biology. Here’s how to move beyond the fear.

Exhaustion is a natural phase in our stress response to COVID, but we aren’t helpless victims of our biology. Here’s how to move beyond the fear.

5 Reasons Why Large Crowds Turn Violent

Kevin Bennett Ph.D. on June 30, 2020 in Modern Minds

Have you ever wondered why some large crowd gatherings are peaceful while others turn violent and disorderly? These ideas can help us understand why.

Have you ever wondered why some large crowd gatherings are peaceful while others turn violent and disorderly? These ideas can help us understand why.

6 Tips for Managing Conflict Over Social Distancing

Andrea Bonior Ph.D. on June 30, 2020 in Friendship 2.0

Differences of opinion about safety precautions for the coronavirus are causing friction in many relationships. Here are ways to manage the conflict.

Differences of opinion about safety precautions for the coronavirus are causing friction in many relationships. Here are ways to manage the conflict.

Try This Yoga Breathing Technique for a Sigh of Relief

Marlynn Wei M.D., J.D. on June 30, 2020 in Urban Survival

New research supports the use of yoga breathing to reduce anxiety.

New research supports the use of yoga breathing to reduce anxiety.

Psychopathology: Outmoded Intuitive Theories

Michael Karson Ph.D., J.D. on June 30, 2020 in Feeling Our Way

Psychopathology is like trying to get around in your city using a map that is decades old and drawn by a child.

Psychopathology is like trying to get around in your city using a map that is decades old and drawn by a child.

Managing Parent Anxiety in the Age of COVID-19

Juliana Chen, M.D. and Tai Katzenstein, Ph.D. on June 30, 2020 in Resilient Parenting

In the setting of COVID-19, parent anxiety and stress are at new heights. Here are some different strategies to help.

In the setting of COVID-19, parent anxiety and stress are at new heights. Here are some different strategies to help.

Eating Disorders and Mental Health in the COVID Era

Emily T. Troscianko on June 30, 2020 in A Hunger Artist

Why have the pandemic and lockdown affected people with eating disorders more negatively than those with other mental health conditions?

Why have the pandemic and lockdown affected people with eating disorders more negatively than those with other mental health conditions?

Eating Chocolate When Anxious: A Binge or Comfort Eating?

Judith J. Wurtman Ph.D. on June 30, 2020 in The Antidepressant Diet

The stress of the COVID-19 pandemic has many people seeking self-soothing for anxiety and depression.

The stress of the COVID-19 pandemic has many people seeking self-soothing for anxiety and depression.

A Surprising Way to Cope With Your Divorce

Elizabeth Cohen Ph.D. on June 30, 2020 in Divorce Course

What if you could feel less overwhelmed by your divorce? The road to this confidence lies in your imagination.

What if you could feel less overwhelmed by your divorce? The road to this confidence lies in your imagination.

College Deans Promote Self-Care and Coping During Crisis

Katie Hurley, LCSW on June 30, 2020 in Worry-Free Kids

Will the college admissions process change during the pandemic? Over 300 college deans say yes.

Will the college admissions process change during the pandemic? Over 300 college deans say yes.

The Summer of COVID-19

Rebecca Schrag Hershberg Ph.D. on June 30, 2020 in Little House Calls

There's no formula for making parenting decisions this summer, but there are three signposts that can help us navigate the tricky terrain.

There's no formula for making parenting decisions this summer, but there are three signposts that can help us navigate the tricky terrain.

How to Talk to Yourself: Montaigne's Advice for Solitude

Dorian Rolston on June 29, 2020 in Inner Work

Some people call it "monkey mind." Montaigne called his a "runaway horse." Find out how he learned to tame the beast of thought over decades of solitude.

Some people call it "monkey mind." Montaigne called his a "runaway horse." Find out how he learned to tame the beast of thought over decades of solitude.