Many people seem to move through life with a clear, singular trajectory. They have one career, which is often a big part of their identity. But many of us don’t. We are... Read more »
Loneliness is increasingly described as an epidemic. In 2023, the surgeon general, Vivek Murthy, warned that widespread loneliness and lack of social connection had become a national public health crisis. A key... Read more »
An AI-generated video of Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise fighting went viral a few weeks ago. The Deadpool writer admitted he was “shook” by it. But scroll through the comments, and you’ll... Read more »
After the horror of a disaster, common phrases include “recovery,” “return to normal,” “build back better,” and “closure.” The meanings and implications of these notions for mental health are not always clear.... Read more »
“Longevity” is the flexible term that can either mean just “lifespan” or both lifespan and healthspan—years spent in good health. The internet is flooded with articles that claim to tell you how... Read more »
Co-authored by Asia Eaton, Ph.D. and Kate L. Long, ABD, OTR/L “We don’t have any people like that in the United States, do we?” This comment from someone I (Kate) truly respected... 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 »
If there’s one finding in the psychological literature that warrants your most urgent attention, I’d argue that this is it: Social relationships are our most powerful psychological currency; they are the key... Read more »
Reflecting on the dramatic shifts in public opinion, political leanings, and social norms, a friend recently asked how it’s possible that so many people seem to have changed their values so quickly.... Read more »
They sound calm. Measured. Thoughtful. In control. They speak clearly, don’t raise their voice, and rarely appear overwhelmed. In Western settings, this often reads as emotional stability—or even emotional maturity. But for... Read more »