Most people expect that once established, a long-term romantic relationship should be exclusive. All other potentially romantic connections should be severed, and the couple should be able to move on with their... Read more »
Most people assume that saying “sorry” often is a sign of good manners, even emotional maturity. In other words, it serves as proof that someone is self-aware enough to notice when they’ve... Read more »
The form at the doctor’s office asks for your emergency contact, and you sit there, pen hovering over the line, not sure whose name to write. It’s a small moment. But if... Read more »
In my previous post, I explained the two types of “Mate Value” that affect attraction. There’s “Consensual Mate Value” — or the immediate attractiveness a person has when you don’t know them,... Read more »
On the outside, everything looks normal, even positive. People prone to overthinking have friends, go to work, pay their bills, and show up for many parts of their lives. For sure, many... Read more »
Warmth is an essential ingredient of healthy relationships. The warmer we are toward each other, the stronger our bonds become in our romantic relationships, families, and friendships, leading to a higher overall... 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 »
Every year at about this time I see some patients who are filled with anxiety at the thought of going home to family for the holidays. While, for some, Thanksgiving sparks memories... Read more »
When thinking about why play is so crucial to our balanced social, physical, and mental development, so key to our sense of belonging and reciprocity and fun, it pays to begin at... Read more »
When life gets hectic, be it getting late for work, a never-ending stream of “important projects,” or your children needing most of your attention, a million little things can make your mind... Read more »