Understanding Intrusive Thoughts
“There is no institution more powerful than the institution of your mind.” —Naide P. Obiang This is an abridged version published by Psychology Today on Feb. 26th, 2020 by Melissa...
Seasonal Affective Disorder: What You Should Know
The bright lights of the holiday season aren’t just for decoration; they can also help regulate your mood. In late fall and winter, shorter daylight hours leave many people with...
Eating Well for Mental Health
Original article posted at sutterhealth.org To boost your mental health, focus on eating plenty of fruits and vegetables along with foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as salmon. Dark...
Is an Infrared Sauna Better Than a Traditional Sauna?
A good sweat session is often associated with intense exercise like running, cycling, or strength training, but you can also warm things up while relaxing and rejuvenating in an infrared...
5 Reasons That Psychology Matters
How behavioral science contributes to making the world a better place. Posted October 17, 2022 | By: Glenn Geher Ph.D. KEY POINTS Source: geralt/Pixabay A lot has happened since I first started...
The Best Way to Control Unwanted Thoughts
Thought preemption is a proactive—not reactive—way to control unwanted thoughts. Posted July 20, 2022 | By: Christopher Bergland KEY POINTS Reactive cognitive control often makes unwanted thoughts peskier and keeps them top...
Why You Can’t Force Therapy on Teens
You can’t make them talk about what you want them to talk about. Posted May 27, 2022 | By: Denise Winn KEY POINTS In one sense, attending counselling is a bit like...
How People Think Differently Post-Pandemic
Social restrictions have prompted new priorities. Posted April 3, 2022 | By: Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. KEY POINTS People experienced the “pandemic pause” as either a blessing or a curse—physically, emotionally,...
Can Life Events Change Your Personality?
Probably, but we can’t predict how. Posted March 20, 2022 | By: René Mõttus Ph.D. KEY POINTS Source: Vetonethemi/Pixabay Personality trait change is common. For example, if we think of people as low,...