Essential Reads

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

By Mark Travers Ph.D. on January 20, 2021 in Social Instincts

How to overcome the "rosy retrospection" bias.

How to overcome the "rosy retrospection" bias.

Why Romance Movies May Be a Social Problem

By Elyakim Kislev Ph.D. on January 20, 2021 in Happy Singlehood

It is important for viewers to look at films’ messages with a critical eye as to the messages they’re attempting to promote.

It is important for viewers to look at films’ messages with a critical eye as to the messages they’re attempting to promote.

6 Simple Steps to a Happy, Thriving Relationship

By Theresa E. DiDonato Ph.D. on January 19, 2021 in Meet, Catch, and Keep

2. Make your phone an asset, not a liability.

2. Make your phone an asset, not a liability.

How a Celebrity Crush Can Impact Your (Real) Relationship

By Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. on January 19, 2021 in Why Bad Looks Good

Many people's partners are infatuated with celebrities. Can unrealistic crushes harm real relationships?

Many people's partners are infatuated with celebrities. Can unrealistic crushes harm real relationships?

When Is the Best Time to Meditate for Better Sleep?

By Seth J. Gillihan Ph.D. on January 19, 2021 in Think, Act, Be

Meditation is known to lower stress, quiet the mind, and calm the nervous system. So why doesn't it help you fall asleep?

Meditation is known to lower stress, quiet the mind, and calm the nervous system. So why doesn't it help you fall asleep?

The Post Traumatic Stress Response Helps People Avoid Danger

By Alison Escalante M.D. on January 19, 2021 in Shouldstorm

Advocates point out that the post-traumatic stress response is a useful adaptation to an extreme environment. Perhaps it's time to stop calling it a disorder.

Advocates point out that the post-traumatic stress response is a useful adaptation to an extreme environment. Perhaps it's time to stop calling it a disorder.

30 Awe-inspiring Facts About Your Body

By Marianna Pogosyan Ph.D. on January 18, 2021 in Between Cultures

How many atoms does it take to make you? What’s the lifespan of your DNA? How much information can your brain store?

How many atoms does it take to make you? What’s the lifespan of your DNA? How much information can your brain store?

The Intriguing Psychological Puzzle of Tesla Ownership

By Utpal Dholakia Ph.D. on January 18, 2021 in The Science Behind Behavior

How can an expensive, poor-quality vehicle have satisfied and loyal customers? No other brand does.

How can an expensive, poor-quality vehicle have satisfied and loyal customers? No other brand does.

How to Mend a Family Rift

By The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research on January 18, 2021 in Evidence-Based Living

A new book takes a close look at why family rifts occur and how to mend them.

A new book takes a close look at why family rifts occur and how to mend them.

LEGO Braille Bricks Help Blind Children Learn to Read

By Ainsley Hawthorn Ph.D. on January 17, 2021 in The Sensory Revolution

The new educational toy will be available in twenty countries by the end of 2021.

The new educational toy will be available in twenty countries by the end of 2021.

Is Now a Good Time to Do Nothing?

By Tim Leberecht on January 17, 2021 in The Romance of Work

One of the toughest things in these lockdown days is coming to terms with doing nothing. Is doing nothing key to “breaking away from overworking, overdoing, and under-living"?

One of the toughest things in these lockdown days is coming to terms with doing nothing. Is doing nothing key to “breaking away from overworking, overdoing, and under-living"?

Do You Often Feel Disappointed in Your Relationship?

By Susan Krauss Whitbourne Ph.D. on January 16, 2021 in Fulfillment at Any Age

There are bound to be times when your partner’s behavior falls short of expectations. Research on close relationships suggests what might be behind your constant disappointment.

There are bound to be times when your partner’s behavior falls short of expectations. Research on close relationships suggests what might be behind your constant disappointment.

The Mindfulness of a Dog

By Michael S. Fenster M.D., FACC, FSCA&I, PEMBA on January 16, 2021 in You Are What You Eat

Part I of III: What I learned from my dog, Freya.

Part I of III: What I learned from my dog, Freya.

Facing Down a Mental Health Crisis

By Guest Blogger on January 15, 2021 in The Guest Room

The pandemic has only exacerbated an already-existing mental health crisis. How can government leaders, clinicians, and community members better serve those in need?

The pandemic has only exacerbated an already-existing mental health crisis. How can government leaders, clinicians, and community members better serve those in need?

The Power of Touch

By David Ludden Ph.D. on January 15, 2021 in Talking Apes

New research shows the benefits of affectionate touch, even for those who think they don’t need it.

New research shows the benefits of affectionate touch, even for those who think they don’t need it.

How Gabby Giffords Used Music to Regain Her Speech

By Philip E. Stieg Ph.D., M.D. on January 15, 2021 in This Is Your Brain

Song lyrics involve different parts of the brain than spoken words. Here's how a remarkable music therapist harnessed different areas of the brain to get her famous patient talking.

Song lyrics involve different parts of the brain than spoken words. Here's how a remarkable music therapist harnessed different areas of the brain to get her famous patient talking.

11 Tips for Talking to Someone You Disagree With

By Melody Stanford Martin on January 14, 2021 in Brave Talk

It's possible to have a conversation with just about anyone, on just about any topic, and not lose your nerve. However, healthy disagreement doesn't magically happen.

It's possible to have a conversation with just about anyone, on just about any topic, and not lose your nerve. However, healthy disagreement doesn't magically happen.

How Can Medical Workers Cope With COVID-19 Stress Now?

By Stephen V. Sobel M.D. on January 14, 2021 in Successful Psychiatry

If you are working in a hospital or any medical clinic or practice and you are stressed, frustrated, sad, scared, angry, or emotionally exhausted, this is for you.

If you are working in a hospital or any medical clinic or practice and you are stressed, frustrated, sad, scared, angry, or emotionally exhausted, this is for you.

How to Weather Psychologically Toxic Conditions

By Amy Athey Psy.D. on January 14, 2021 in Live From Within

Is the stress from our current crises wearing you down? Let's learn from those who have performed under uncertainty and pressure.

Is the stress from our current crises wearing you down? Let's learn from those who have performed under uncertainty and pressure.

Why So Many Are Gambling with Contracting Covid-19

By Joseph Mazur on January 13, 2021 in The Speed of Life

What must be said about the risks of side effects from a Covid vaccine.

What must be said about the risks of side effects from a Covid vaccine.