Since the 1990s, sociocultural psychologists have written much about a variable called “construal of self” (Markus and Kitayama, 2010). Construal of self is a fancy term for how people view themselves and... Read more »
Synaptic plasticity refers to the nervous system’s remarkable ability to change and adapt throughout life. At its core, it involves alterations in the strength and structure of connections, known as synapses, between... Read more »
As a Behavioral Sleep Medicine Specialist, I see firsthand how challenging it is for many patients to acclimate to CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machines. In addition to being familiar with the... Read more »
Feeling anxious has become almost commonplace, especially during stressful periods such as pandemics. Yet, the effectiveness of coping with anxiety may rely not on one preferred strategy, but rather on how flexibly... Read more »
Since the catastrophic flooding that took many lives and destroyed much property in the Texas Hill country, hordes of people have come streaming in. Many are workers—first responders, heavy equipment operators, search... Read more »
For many people with panic disorder and agoraphobia, facing anxiety-provoking situations like taking public transport or entering crowded spaces can feel overwhelming. Exposure therapy—where patients gradually confront these feared situations—is a cornerstone... Read more »
It’s a familiar dilemma; we sense something important in someone’s behavior or performance, something we feel they really need to hear. But should we say it? When? And how? In our professional... Read more »
Many people with anxiety experience mental rumination – getting stuck in a repetitive thought loop that seems impossible to escape. Take heart: rumination is a common human habit, especially for those of... Read more »
People do things that may irritate, upset, frustrate, or annoy us, or impose demands we feel are excessive or unreasonable. When conflicts flare up, they can lead to heated arguments, hurt feelings,... Read more »
Jumping to conclusions is a common cognitive distortion where people form beliefs or make decisions without enough evidence. This mental shortcut often leads to anxiety, miscommunication, and unhelpful assumptions. In psychology, jumping... Read more »