When I started at my current job, I was hired into a brand new unit. There were only three of us, and we each operated mostly in our own silo. There was... Read more »
Most people naturally strive toward achieving more and to achieve their maximum. By climbing the proverbial career ladder, whether the reason is to attain higher personal fulfillment, make greater impact to the... Read more »
We all know reinforcement systems. They are go-to strategies for many clinicians, teachers, and parents. However, some have strong objections to behavioral rewards or other related techniques. Some think they work wonders,... Read more »
Many people going through grief, infertility, loss, or prolonged stress find themselves quietly withdrawing from family gatherings, holidays, baby showers, weddings, and even casual get-togethers. Often, this is explained in terms of... Read more »
Human beings have apparently always treasured scenic outdoor beauty, and this tendency has only increased as the world has become a more urban place. One of the benchmarks of the English Romantic... Read more »
Low self-worth can lead to unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can worsen your mood and lower your quality of life. For example, you may constantly criticize yourself, not voice your needs, or... Read more »
A common criticism that plagues many autistic people is when others accuse them of being rude when they do not intend to be. This seeming “rudeness” can be attributed to natural autistic... Read more »
The trait of extroversion–introversion is probably the most recognizable personality characteristic for members of the general public. As a result, there are many common stereotypes and biases about this core personality construct.... Read more »
Key Points A new program called FLOW uses smart data to identify when mental health patients are ready to move back to their family doctors. Success depends heavily on “Internal Facilitators,” who... Read more »
American actor Ashton Kutcher—starring in The Beauty—recently said that Hollywood is not pushing unreasonably high beauty standards.1 Is he right? Well, yes and no. He is right that entertainment is a reflection... Read more »