Still and Quiet: How Silence Leads Us to Awe
A Buddhist lama and an ex-priest discuss the benefits of turning off the noise in our daily lives. The Reverend Matthew Fox is a former Dominican priest in the Catholic…
Lotus of Wisdom: A Journey From Rage to Mindfulness
An approach to examining systems, navigating emotional distress, and increasing social harmony. Introduction In 1985, I had a dream. I had finished grad school and moved to Santa Cruz, California,…
Long-Term Impacts: The Unseen Scars of Childhood Trauma
The connection between adverse childhood experiences and long-term health. By Dr. Amanda B. KeenerFreelance Science Journalist Introduction Before you were 18, did a parent or other adult in your household…
Could Mitochondria Be the Key to a Healthy Brain?
Bacterial ancestors living within our cells may contribute to a wide range of neurological and psychiatric disorders. By Diana KwonFreelance Science Writer Introduction Long before the earliest animals swam through…
The Case for Putting Psychologists in Trauma Programs
In the US only a handful of trauma centers employ licensed psychologists to look after patients and and families. By Dr. Kamela K ScottAssociate Professor and Director, Psychological Services, College of MedicineUniversity of Florida By Dr.…
Personality Tests with Deep-Sounding Questions Provide Shallow Answers About the ‘True’ you
Few can resist an assessment that promises to reveal your hidden, true self. But new research suggests that people mistakenly believe difficult to answer questions offer deep insights. By Dr. Randy SteinAssistant Professor…
Teaching Positive Psychology Skills Could Help Student Mental Health
Positive psychology focuses on science-based ideas about how to increase your happiness and live a satisfying life. By Dr. Kai Zhuang ShumAssistant Professor of School PsychologyUniversity of Tennessee Introduction Youth mental health has worsened significantly over the…
ADHD in Adults is Challenging but Highly Treatable
Handling adult ADHD is difficult, but today, there are more evidence-based interventions than ever. By Dr. Laura E. KnouseAssociate Professor of PsychologyUniversity of Richmond Introduction When I was a child in the 1980s, the people I knew with…
Healthy Songs: The Amazing Power of Music Therapy
Music can be used in medical and psychological treatment with surprising – and real – results. By Dr. Kathleen HowlandProfessor of Music TherapyBerklee College of Music When I was a child,…
Feeling Anxious Makes it Harder to Stop Feeling Anxious
Anxious people tend to perceive their world in a more threatening way. By Dr. Adam HeenanPhD Candidate in Clinical PsychologyQueen’s University, Ontario Introduction Anxious people tend to perceive their world in a more…
