Recent research investigating the sensory experiences of autistic adults has identified a significant link between autism and negative interpretations of internal bodily signals. This internal sense, known as interoception, acts as a... Read more »
If you’ve ever tried to have a serious heart-to-heart with a partner, only to have them shut down, walk away, or suddenly act like they’re “too busy,” you aren’t alone. For people... Read more »
Fear of missing out (FOMO) is generally described as the anxiety or fear people experience when they think they’re missing out on something (Rifkin, Chan & Kahn, 2025). Most often, FOMO happens... Read more »
Romantic relationships improve psychological well-being for most people—but do they for everyone? It has been shown in many scientific studies that high-quality romantic relationships with a loving partner have several psychological benefits,... Read more »
Co-authored by Robert Mueller, Ph.D., and Divya Bhupal. “There is a unique kind of pain in losing your mind, not just once, but over and over. Losing your perception of reality, of... Read more »
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 »