If I had my way, nobody would call me on my birthday. Every year, the calls start in the morning and keep coming well into the evening. Each call sounds like some... Read more »
What happens when being dogged isn’t enough? For years, living in a chaotic city neighborhood, I experienced repetitive negative events while walking my dog, Beau. The whizz of scooter riders terrified Beau,... Read more »
A long-term study reveals that while open communication protects our children’s mental health, its benefits may stop at the next generation. Key Points Early family communication strongly predicts whether a child will... Read more »
Spend a few minutes online and you’ll find no shortage of warnings about the dangers of being “too empathic.” Headlines like “Are You an Empath? 5 Ways to Avoid Emotional Burnout” and... Read more »
Your mood doesn’t just respond to your phone – it may also decide how long you stay glued to it. Key Points Social media use in the last hour was linked to... Read more »
Most all of us engage in small acts of magical thinking without a second thought. Perhaps you make a wish before blowing out birthday candles, knock on wood after tempting fate or... 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 »
You’ve just had a baby and everyone tells you that it should be the happiest time of your life. They say things like “don’t you just feel so in love,” but instead... Read more »
As human beings, we often fall prey to all-or-nothing thinking. The American Psychological Association defines this as dichotomous thinking—the tendency to interpret experiences in terms of polar opposites: good or bad, happy... Read more »
Meditation is often challenging, but the practice can pay off. Source: iStock/ FatCamera Several times a week, I do planks, sit-ups, and push-ups. They are difficult. They’re not particularly enjoyable. I’m not... Read more »