Romantic relationships improve psychological well-being for most people—but do they for everyone? It has been shown in many scientific studies that high-quality romantic relationships with a loving partner have several psychological benefits,... Read more »
In my clinical practice, many clients speak of their use of ghosting as an interpersonal strategy, or of the pain of being ghosted. In the former, ghosting can be a way of... Read more »
You may have heard of the term “sliding into someone’s DMs.” Well, this is another way to slide into dating—having a friend present a set of PowerPoint slides pitching to dating prospects... Read more »
Experiencing strong and uncomfortable physical sensations is a common part of anxiety. Your heart may pound or race, you may feel tightness in your chest, dizziness, a dry mouth, or stomach upset.... Read more »
In my work as a psychologist and sex therapist, I often sit with people who feel deeply confused about their attraction to someone else. They say things like, “I feel so much... Read more »
You’re in a conversation with someone younger than you, maybe a patient, a student, someone you follow online, or your own child, and suddenly the sentence stops making sense. “That movie was... Read more »
As a clinical psychologist and avid cultural observer of trends, I am fascinated by the recent uptick in interest in NeeDoh toys. These squishy toys (shaped like balls or cubes) come in... Read more »
Artificial intelligence, in its various forms, has become deeply integrated into the lives of many of the patients I work with in my clinical practice. Nowhere is this more evident than in... Read more »
It’s been a few years since #Swedengate first made the rounds, with a resurgence taking place on TikTok as we speak. The core of the issue goes like this: A child goes... Read more »
Ashleigh Freckleton didn’t know she was in a cult until it got dangerous. Now, she’s speaking out. Source link Read more »