When Disaster Strikes: Inside Disaster Psychology

George S. Everly, Jr. PhD, ABPP, FACLP

The Three Facets of Happiness

Happiness is right at your fingertips—if you only stop grasping for its illusions.

Starting Over and the Power of Prophecy

After adversity strikes, use the power of prophecy to begin again.

Psychological Survival and the “Second Winter” of Pandemic

The "second winter" of COVID-19 does not have to be psychologically cold and bleak. Adopting an old maxim can make all the difference.

“Reciprocal Resilience”: The Unexpected Benefit of Helping

Want to be more resilient in times of crisis and adversity? Learn to help others.

Find a “COVID Buddy”

COVID's "hidden pandemic" is loneliness and isolation. Finding a "COVID Buddy" can help.

Bring Back That Lovin’ Feelin’

The song "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'" could be a commentary on current events. Here are some thoughts on how to heal our "compassion deficit."

The Pandemic Endangers Marriages and Other Relationships

The pandemic not only threatens your physical health, it threatens the health of your marriage and friendships. Here are some simple things you can do about it!

Disasters of Uncertainty

Uncertainty makes disasters more toxic and increases their potential to change our lives forever.

The Pandemic Will Change Everything

Whether we like it or not, the pandemic will change everything. But lessons from the past can help us adjust to a new future.

Social Stigma, Bullying, and the Pandemic

Social distancing during a pandemic can save lives, but it can go too far and actually increase contagion.

Psychology of Viral Pandemic: What We Need to Know and Do

The psychological response to the coronovirus may determine who lives and who dies.

Self-Sabotage: How to Recognize and Conquer It

If you want to live the life you always dreamed of, stop sabotaging yourself.

Presidential Leadership

The study of Presidential leadership tells us who will be a good leader and who will not.

How to Pull Away from Toxic People, and Who to Replace Them With

"Nutric" people multiply your happiness and success and divide disappointment. They are often the key to making dreams come true.

Toxic People: How to Recognize and Avoid Them

Toxic people can seem attractive at first, but they should come with warning labels.

The Civility Deficit

Tired of rampant anger and incivility? Do something about it.

Wellness: Promoting Optimum Health Through the Workplace

The workplace doesn't have to be stressful... it can save your health and your life!

The Three Faces of Narcissism: A New Look at an Old Problem

Before you begin a relationship, hire someone, or vote, ask yourself, "What type of narcissist might this person be?"

Finding a Personal Mentor

Finding a mentor to help guide you, especially early in your personal or professional life, can be the difference between success and mediocrity, even failure.

7 Ways Someone Becomes Unforgettable

One of the newly discovered "secrets" of success and happiness has been hiding in plain sight for years.

Helping Others Get the Psychological Support They Need

Getting mental health support to those in distress can save relationships, careers, and even lives. Here's how.

Advanced Psychological First Aid (PFA)

Vitriolic politics, a volatile economy, an epidemic of violence, the changing climate, and world affairs: It's at times like these that we need to help one another. Here's how.

Building Supportive Relationships

The secret of how to change your life resides in surrounding yourself with supportive people. Here's how.

Immunize Yourself Against Anxiety and Excessive Stress

Are stress and anxiety holding you back? Here's how to develop stress resistance.

Psychological First Aid

Psychological first aid can be an effective tool for supporting family, friends, or coworkers through a crisis.

7 Lessons for Raising Resilient Children

Are the next generations doomed to lives of stress and unhappiness? Some authorities see their futures as bleak. Here are 7 suggestions on how to help them be resilient and happy.