Dreaming differs across cultures, and these differences may hold the clue to how and why dreaming evolved for humans and other species. By Dr. David SamsonAssociate Professor, AnthropologyUniversity of Toronto Introduction Have you ever woken from a dream, emotionally laden with…
New research shows that people with depression use words such as ‘always’, ‘nothing’ or ‘completely’ more often than others. By Mohammed Al-MosaiwiPhD Candidate in Psychology University of Reading Introduction From the way you move and sleep,…
Protect wildlife to promote better mental health. By Dr. Andrea MechelliProfessor of Early Intervention in Mental Health King’s College London Introduction By the time you have finished reading this article, at least one species on our…
The good news is that we can all improve our happiness levels with daily practice. By Lowri Dowthwaite-WalshSenior Lecturer in Psychological InterventionsUniversity of Central Lancashire Introduction What makes you happy? Maybe…
The positive psychology movement led to hundreds of studies dedicated to improving human happiness. So why has nothing changed? By Dr. Frank T. McAndrewCornelia H. Dudley Professor of PsychologyKnox College Introduction In the 1990s, a psychologist named Martin…
The mortality rate of people with eating disorders is six times higher than the general population, and they are five times more likely to attempt suicide. However, few people seek treatment. By Dr. Simon SherryClinical Psychologist and Professor in…
Research suggests ways to manage your smartphone use so you stay connected to the people around you. By Dr. Tchiki DavisWriter, program creator, and well-being expert Introduction By 2016, 77 percent…
Experts explain the benefits of mindfulness–and how you can cultivate it. By Jason MarshFounding editor in chief of Greater Good and the GGSC’s executive director It’s been 30 years since Jon Kabat-Zinn launched…
Instead of continuing to beat your head against the procrastination wall, how about trying something new? By Dr. Fuschia SiroisProfessor in social and health psychologyDurham University Introduction Procrastination is unfortunately…
A new memoir explores why it’s OK to be uncertain about your identity at any age. By Leigh FinkeWriter, media producer, and editor Discovering a queer identity in one’s late 20s is…
