Imagine a lively town with roughly 100 trillion inhabitants, all going about their daily affairs—eating, working, sleeping, communing with friends, squabbling with foes. This could describe any (albeit slightly overpopulated) corner of... Read more »
Most of us were never taught how to choose a life partner. We feel attraction and assume that will be enough. Maybe we love someone and think that love is all we... Read more »
Many of us log on to stay informed. We often turn to media not only to stay informed, but to manage uncertainty, regulate anxiety, and feel a sense of control when the... Read more »
The warning came one day through a calm conversation. I was facilitating restorative justice sessions in Cali, Colombia, working with young men shaped by gang structures that defined loyalty, protection, and survival.... Read more »
If you’ve recently sat through your child’s ADHD evaluation, you might have felt a strange sense of recognition. As the specialist described symptoms like “difficulty with transitions,” “emotional dysregulation,” or “executive function... Read more »
It can seem like everyone feels entitled to their own opinions and even their own facts. But skeptic Michael Shermer argues that reports of truth’s death are greatly exaggerated. In his forthcoming... Read more »
This study investigated the trajectories and associated predictors of depressive symptoms in women from pregnancy through the first 3 years postpartum. Key Takeaways Two distinct patterns emerge: Most women remain mentally resilient, but nearly... Read more »
Many of us are familiar with the numerous lists that infiltrate our lives: our “To-Do Lists” focused on tasks that need to be completed; our “New Year’s Resolutions Lists” focused on embracing... Read more »
Does Social Media Cause Anxiety? New Study From The University of Manchester Challenges Common Fears
For years, parents and teachers have worried that scrolling through feeds and playing video games is the primary cause of the rising mental health crisis among young people. You might feel a... Read more »
If you’re someone who rejoices at self-serve checkouts, automated banking, or online shopping—and I’ll admit, I tick two out of three of these boxes—have you ever stopped to think about how taxing... Read more »