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Psychology says people who read bedtime stories to their kids aren't simply helping children fall asleep. Research suggests this daily habit can support empathy and creativity. A study found that ...
Collector of dream stories from across continent finds ‘surprising consistency’ in the way they are structuredA young woman discovers in a dream that she is responsible for the Holocaust and tries to come up with schemes…
Doctor calls creatine 'promising but not definitive' as a complement to depression care.
I have many years of experience in regards to individual therapy, couple counseling, family counseling, substance abuse ...
A study shows that "good" or healthy fats and “bad” fats affect brain cells in different ways.
A group of researchers examine the communication barriers impacting social science professionals’ credibility and how people make sense of their expertise.
Psychology says people who are good with numbers and love mathematics aren't limited to calculations or formulas. Psychology research shows that mathematical thinking is linked with logical reasoning, ...
Researchers have identified a previously overlooked mechanism of brain cell death that appears to play a major role in Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia. The finding could lead to new treatments aimed at…
The thoughts, feelings and coping styles that could be affecting your heart health.
For 50 years scientists and the public alike have been completely wrong about the biological basis of depression.
With the support of family and friends and regular psychiatric and psychological care, Charlie was determined to maintain a fulfilling and meaningful lifeThe modern mind is a column where experts discuss mental health…
Whether you’re learning guitar or trying to get fit, short bursts of effort can work wondersYou could call it the tamest of mid-life crises, but as I turned 40 last year, I decided to devote myself to a long-neglected…
Forgive and forget? I haven’t set foot in my local bakery since I was belittled by the woman behind the counter‘If your name’s not down, you’re not coming in” is a phrase with which celebrity party planner Fran Cutler…
Curated music playlists are more than just mood boosters; they are sophisticated tools for emotion regulation. Psychology research reveals that actively selecting music to manage feelings, thoughts, ...
Using alcohol to cope with stress when young may permanently alter the brain, making it harder to adapt to challenges and increasing the risk of returning to drinking later in life. Researchers also found signs of brain…
We all make choices that hurt our future selves. Researchers tested a new way to change that.
Nature needs to be brought as close to people's daily lives as possible, even in the city.
For Ross and Rachel Menzies, making peace with our smallness can help us navigate the challenges of human existenceRoss G Menzies is, by his own admission, “a very old man” by the standards of the human species. A…
A major new analysis of nearly 40,000 people finds memories of childhood abuse and neglect stay remarkably stable over time.
Psychologists have spent years studying how we feel about our bodies. Now research is turning to a part of us most people obsess over daily, but rarely examine – our hair.
An ethicist who studies disagreement and civility assumed she could handle a neighborly dispute – until the neighbor refused to even interact with her.
A 10-year study reveals how harsh parenting may shape the way children respond to fear long into adolescence.
Posted July 1, 2026 | Reviewed by Gary Drevitch As I have coached clients in their struggles with siblings, I have found that many come to me in their 50s and 60s when they suddenly see themselves and their relationships…
Posted July 1, 2026 | Reviewed by Kaja Perina In his classic novel about the French Revolution, Charles Dickens wrote, “It was the best of times. It was the worst of times.” (1975). That same quote also applies to the…
You think about someone you have not seen in years, and they call that afternoon. A stranger says exactly what you needed to hear during a difficult week. A chance encounter changes the direction of your career or…
Posted July 1, 2026 | Reviewed by Monica Vilhauer Ph.D. Last weekend on stage, I pretended to be a live and sentient pot of chili with my improv class during a show about finding love in quick-service restaurants. Lots…
Updated July 1, 2026 | Reviewed by Kaja Perina Nobody saw this coming, at least I didn't. Midjourney, the company built on generating images that never existed is now trying to generate images of what's actually inside…
Listen carefully. That faint buzzing you hear just might be the woman—or couple—next door enjoying one or more vibrators. Today, more than half of adult American women own at least one. Only a fraction of couples include…
Posted July 1, 2026 | Reviewed by Gary Drevitch "The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command." â George Orwell Imagine watching someone on TV, perhaps a…
Updated July 1, 2026 | Reviewed by Monica Vilhauer Ph.D. A bit like one of those Russian nested dolls, Guillermo Stitch's latest novel keeps surprising the reader. Stories within stories take the forms of science…
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