Emotions, Thoughts, and Behaviors in a Healthy Life
We are now living longer lives while also frequently behaving in unhealthy ways. Introduction Our emotions, thoughts, and behaviors play an important role in our health. Not only do they…
Is Red Meat Bad for you? Does it Make a Difference if it’s a Processed Burger or a Lean Steak?
Most of us are vaguely aware we shouldn’t eat too much red meat, but why? And does the type of meat make a difference? By Dr. Katherine LivingstoneNHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow and Senior Research Fellow at the Institute for Physical Activity…
Not Just ‘Down’ or ‘Happy’: Exploring Mood Disorders
Everyone feels down or euphoric from time to time, but this is different from having a mood disorder. Introduction Mood disorders are extended periods of depressed, euphoric, or irritable moods…
Online Therapy Having its Moment
Because of COVID-19, more and more therapists are turning to telehealth counseling and finding help. Could this be the wave of the future? By Dr. Nicholas JoycePsychologistUniversity of South Florida Introduction The coronavirus…
Therapy on the go: People are Tapping Apps for Mental Health Care
How do mental health apps compare to in-person therapy? A social worker and expert on technology and human services explains. By Dr. Lauri GoldkindAssociate Professor of Social WorkFordham University Introduction It might be surprising to think about browsing…
Autism: Insights From the Study of the Social Brain
An overview of ASD and focuses on understanding how social brain dysfunction leads to ASD. Introduction People with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) suffer from a neurodevelopmental disorder. Social neuroscience is…
Happiness: The Science of Subjective Well-Being
Happiness influences the way people behave, as well as their physiological states. Introduction When people describe what they most want out of life, happiness is almost always on the list,…
Why Mister Rogers’ Message of Love and Kindness is Good for Your Health
Rogers’ emphasis on kindness and love is proving to be very important to good health. By Dr. Richard GundermanChancellor’s Professor of Medicine, Liberal Arts, and PhilanthropyIndiana University Introduction The release of the Mister Rogers documentary, “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” calls…
Why Your Brain Never Runs out of Problems to Find
It’s a psychological quirk that when something becomes rarer, people may spot it in more places than ever. By Dr. David LevariPostdoctoral Researcher in PsychologyHarvard University Introduction Why do many…
Intellectual Humility Means Being Open to New Information
Intellectual humility includes owning your own biases and the possibility that you’re wrong about your beliefs or worldview. By Dr. Daryl Van TongerenAssociate Professor of PsychologyHope College Introduction Mark Twain apocryphally said, “I’m in favor of progress; it’s change I don’t…
