Insomnia is torture, literally, and getting enough sleep a modern obsession. Here’s why. By Dr. Philippa MartyrLecturer, Pharmacology, Women’s Health, School of Biomedical SciencesThe University of Western Australia Introduction French author Marie Darrieussecq writes in…
Over six years, Ron Hampshire produced a series of works at the art studio in Netherne psychiatric hospital. Do these artworks reflect the improvement in his mental health over that…
Here’s what we have learned from 25 years of research about forgiveness—and its alternatives. By Dr. Everett L. Worthington Jr.Commonwealth Professor EmeritusVirginia Commonwealth University Introduction If you had experienced a…
Robert M. Sapolsky explains why stress can become a chronic problem—and how we can reduce the toll it takes on our lives. By Dr. Robert M. SapolskyProfessor of Biological Sciences and…
Sleep paralysis is an enigmatic, terrifying condition in which the mind is awake but the body is asleep. But how much do we actually know about it? By Dr. Dan DenisMarie Skłodowska-Curie Senior Research Fellow University of York Introduction “I awake in bed ……
According to a new study, adding mindfulness to traditional therapy could be beneficial for soldiers with PTSD. By Adam HoffmanGreater Good editorial assistant Soldiers who return home in casts and caskets…
A new book explores how different mindfulness practices can change our relationship with depression. By Deborah YipMedical student at the University of California, San Francisco Introduction For many people, depression…
Being friendly at work can increase your happiness, productivity and help you make better use of your time. On the other hand, being unfriendly can make work less enjoyable and engaging. By Stephen FriedmanAdjunct Professor of Organizational Studies…
How counsellors learn to be good listeners. By Dr. Fay ShortProfessor, Human and Behavioural SciencesBangor University Introduction Being a good listener means having empathy. But empathy is one of the most misunderstood listening skills. Empathy is what…
A new study suggests that autistic individuals have higher levels of stress and depression when they don’t feel accepted. By Jenara NerenbergJournalist, producer, speaker, and founder of The Neurodiversity Project…
