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…
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…
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…
Considering interventions for increasing gratitude, developing forgiveness, and becoming more humble. Introduction Positive psychology is a popular movement that began in the late 1990’s. It is the branch of psychology that…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…