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Preventing Aggressive Behavior, Robotically!

By Edward A. Wasserman Ph.D. on April 09, 2018 in The Mind Menagerie

Can a robotic reptile teach children compassion instead of aggression? New research suggests a promising outcome.

Why Domestic Violence Victims Don't “Just Leave”

By Wendy L. Patrick, Ph.D. on April 07, 2018 in Why Bad Looks Good

Many victims remain with abusers, sometimes even when violence is severe. Although the reasons are unique to each relationship, there are common themes.

Domestic Violence: Why You Won't “Know It When You See It”

By Wendy L. Patrick, Ph.D. on April 06, 2018 in Why Bad Looks Good

Despite enhanced awareness and recognition, domestic violence continues to be an invisible epidemic. As perceptive as you are, you are likely to miss the signs.

When the Doctor Becomes the Victim

By Shaili Jain M.D. on March 19, 2018 in The Aftermath of Trauma

For mental health professionals everywhere the Yountville tragedy is igniting conversations about the risks of being harmed by the very people we are trained to care for.

8 Things Kids Can Say and Do to Stop Bullying

By Signe Whitson L.S.W. on March 18, 2018 in Passive Aggressive Diaries

Good news: On-the-spot strategies to bring an end to bullying are highly effective. More good news: if the first opportunity is missed, you still have time to help.

Feeling Vulnerable? No Problem—Just Get Angry

By Leon F Seltzer Ph.D. on March 07, 2018 in Evolution of the Self

If there’s an instant “fix” for feeling sad, anxious, or otherwise vulnerable, nothing fits the bill like anger.

Toddler Brain Politics

By Steven Stosny, Ph.D. on March 04, 2018 in Anger in the Age of Entitlement

As with politicians, most of the arguments of contemporary couples can be reduced to the favorite two words of the toddler – one of them says, “Mine!” and the other says, “No!”

The Courage to Heal Wounds From an American Failure

By Stephen Murphy-Shigematsu Ed.D. on February 20, 2018 in Finding Meaning in Life’s Struggles

How do we act when life gives us a situation that we feel is beyond our control?

The Autopilot Death of Love

By Steven Stosny, Ph.D. on February 04, 2018 in Anger in the Age of Entitlement

The painful disconnection that modern intimate partners constantly confront rises from attempts to get their partners to “meet my needs when both are in their Toddler brains.

Passive Aggression at Work: The Perfect Office Crime

By Signe Whitson L.S.W. on February 02, 2018 in Passive Aggressive Diaries

Is there a passive-aggressive person in your workplace?

The Meaning and Meaninglessness of Genealogy

By Nathan H. Lents, Ph.D. on January 29, 2018 in Beastly Behavior

Americans by the millions are pursuing their genealogy and bio-geographical ancestry. But what can this tell us that we don't already know?

Making Peace With Conflict

By Holly Parker, Ph.D. on January 18, 2018 in Your Future Self

Conflict isn’t fun or delightful. It runs the gamut from mildly annoying to immensely distressing, and it can damage relationships. But is it intrinsically harmful?

How Suppressed Emotions Enter Our Dreams and Affect Health

By Grant Hilary Brenner M.D. on January 17, 2018 in ExperiMentations

We push negative thoughts out of our waking minds and they appear in our dreams, doing little good. How can we find a balance to address negative emotions with positive intent?

What Would It Take?

By David P. Barash Ph.D. on January 11, 2018 in Peace and War

Could we have another early 1980s-style, grassroots movement today? It’s not impossible.

How and Why to Diagnose Psychopathic Narcissism

By Stephen A. Diamond Ph.D. on January 08, 2018 in Evil Deeds

When are mental disorders defined and diagnosed by the suffering inflicted on others?

Violent Media and Aggressive Behavior in Children

By Vanessa LoBue, Ph.D. on January 08, 2018 in The Baby Scientist

With recent gun violence in the U.S., one of the questions that always comes up is whether violent media promotes violent or aggressive behavior, especially in children.

The Benefits of Emotional Awareness

By Marianna Pogosyan Ph.D. on January 05, 2018 in Between Cultures

Insights into our emotions from one of the most influential psychologists of our time.

Understanding the Roots of Dog Behavioral Problems

By Jessica Pierce Ph.D. on January 02, 2018 in All Dogs Go to Heaven

Behavioral pathologies are a sign that our dogs are suffering psychologically, and we need to understand what causes these problems to develop.

Helping Victims of Sexual Harassment Bear Witness to Anger

By Bernard Golden, Ph.D. on January 02, 2018 in Overcoming Destructive Anger

How can we help victims of sexual harassment feel safer about addressing their pain?

How Should We Judge Milkshake Ducks?

By Utpal Dholakia on January 01, 2018 in The Science Behind Behavior

Not with anger or scorn, but in a more nuanced manner.

Notable Crimes of 2017

By Katherine Ramsland Ph.D. on December 29, 2017 in Shadow Boxing

Looking back on some of the most shocking crimes of 2017.

5 Ways Intimate Partner Violence Research Informs #MeToo

By Grant Hilary Brenner M.D. on December 03, 2017 in ExperiMentations

High-profile cases raise awareness of gender-based sexual violence. Research on perpetrators of domestic violence tells us what we may need to do to prevent future aggression.

Keeping Emotional Sobriety When Parenting an Adolescent

By Carl E Pickhardt Ph.D. on November 27, 2017 in Surviving (Your Child's) Adolescence

Parents can sometimes emotionally "lose it" with the surprising adolescent, but they can also take steps to keep their emotions in check and their judgment in charge.

Pure Solitude, Away From Devices, Is Calming: New Research

By Bella DePaulo Ph.D. on November 17, 2017 in Living Single

Four new studies show that pure solitude, away from electronic devices, is calming. They also help explain when time alone is and is not experienced as sad, lonely, or boring.

The Struggle to Maintain Basic Humanity

By Steven Stosny, Ph.D. on November 11, 2017 in Anger in the Age of Entitlement

Basic humanity is like a muscle, it gets stronger with exercise.

The Ravages of Nature: Human and Otherwise

By Debbie Joffe Ellis on November 08, 2017 in Tried and True

When tragic events occur, we can choose to focus on what still is good in life, create stability within, and consequently cope well and act in more effective ways.

Power: Five Non-Traditional Views

By Robert Enright Ph.D. on October 30, 2017 in The Forgiving Life

Is your basic life-orientation to seek power over others or to use what power you have to be in service to others? Five ideas are presented to help you self-examine power.

We Project Onto Romantic Partners Our Own Desires to Cheat

By Grant Hilary Brenner M.D. on October 19, 2017 in ExperiMentations

We are often convinced that mistrust of our romantic partners is well-founded. Sometimes it is, but research suggests that suspicion also comes from our own attraction to others.

Don’t Justify What You Want to Change

By Steven Stosny, Ph.D. on October 14, 2017 in Anger in the Age of Entitlement

We justify resentment by citing evidence of unfairness and how badly other people behave. The more adrenaline we need for justification, the more subject to confirmation bias.

Harvey Weinstein Proves Sex Addiction Doesn't Exist

By Marty Klein Ph.D. on October 11, 2017 in Sexual Intelligence

Labelling Harvey Weinstein a "sex addict" allows us to confidently say "I'm not like that," rather than encouraging us to look at our own pain.

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