Autistic individuals may process emotions differently due to variations in sensory processing and how they interpret social cues, sometimes leading to delayed or intensified emotional responses. Additionally, conditions like alexithymia, which is... Read more »
What should you say to a friend who is going through a tough time? We ran a study with 148 participants to find out what people want to hear from their friends... Read more »
Emotional regulation is the ability to manage feelings like stress, anxiety, or frustration. Autistic individuals can find this more challenging and might be more emotionally sensitive. They often rely on unique self-soothing... Read more »
Many autistic adults experience heightened emotional sensitivity, feeling emotions intensely and reacting strongly to events. This can involve deep empathy and attunement to others’ feelings, alongside challenges with emotional regulation. While often... Read more »
Imagine having a funny yet inspiring late-night conversation with someone who just gets you. They ask thoughtful questions, remember details about your day, and send you a message to wish you good... Read more »
In recent years, “emotional intelligence” has become a buzzword in conversations about self-awareness, communication, and personal growth. However, despite the term’s growing popularity, a widespread misunderstanding remains: Many people equate emotional intelligence... Read more »
Source: Jenn Miranda/Shutterstock The psychological impact of sex on demand for conception is a multifaceted challenge that many couples find embarrassing to discuss. Yet, it’s one of the most common hurdles when... Read more »
Social-emotional learning (SEL) is the process of developing self-awareness, self-control, and interpersonal skills vital for school, work, and life success. In education, SEL helps students manage emotions, set goals, empathize with others,... Read more »
Source: Francesca Noemi Marconi / unsplash When Eve left New York to visit Dakar, Senegal, in December 1998, she had no idea the trip would change her life forever. It was meant... Read more »
Weber, D. M., Baucom, D. H., Wojda-Burlij, A. K., Carrino, E. A., Du Bois, S., & Sher, T. G. (2024). Relationship “jet lag” in long-distance and geographically close relationships: The impact of... Read more »