The Weird Psychology Of Airports
National borders, time and place all dissolve at airports, making some people very anxious while others feel liberated. By Dr. Steve TaylorSenior Lecturer in PsychologyLeeds Beckett University Many of us have…
Managing Stress While Waiting for Exam Results
We found those who accepted their emotions, without judgement, felt more positive during the wait. This strategy also worked after students got their results, regardless or what they were. By Dr. Elise KalokerinosSenior Lecturer in Psychology The…
Seven Tips For Finding Happiness At Work
The average person will spend 90,000 hours at work over a lifetime, so you might as well try and enjoy it. By Cary CooperProfessor of Organisational Psychology and Health University of Manchester Introduction Work,…
Meditation Can Reduce Stress – But The Pressure To Overwork Remains
Mindfulness – meant to support health and detachment – is becoming a tool to support the corporate bottom line. By Dr. Jaime L KucinskasAssociate Professor of SociologyHamilton College Introduction Overwork and burnout are affecting many Americans. The American Psychological Association’s 2023 Work…
How To Recognise Burnout – And What To Do If You’re Affected
Burnout can be a serious condition and can show up in a variety of ways. By Dr. Michael KochReader in Human Resource Management & Organisational BehaviourBrunel University of London By Dr. Sarah ParkProfessor in…
Is College Stressing you out? It Could be the way Your Courses are Designed
A new survey found that many people avoid college due to stress. A course design expert says it doesn’t have to be that way. By Dr. Nichole BartaAssociate Professor of Kinesiology & Sport Management Gonzaga University Introduction Stress…
How to Relieve Stress
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…
Being Chased, Losing your Teeth or Falling down? What Science says About Recurring Dreams
Dreams help us regulate our emotions and adapt to stressful events. Repetitive content may represent an unsuccessful attempt to integrate difficult experiences. By Claudia Picard-DelandPhD candidate in neuroscience Université de Montréal…
Stuck in Fight-or-Flight mode? 5 ways to Complete the ‘Stress Cycle’ and Avoid Burnout or Depression
We can’t avoid stress altogether. But there are healthy ways to deal with it and move on. By Dr. Theresa LarkinAssociate professor of Medical SciencesUniversity of Wollongong By Dr. Susan J. ThomasAssociate professor in Mental Health and Behavioural Science University of…
What is Family Estrangement? A Relationship Expert Describes the Problem and Research Agenda
There is a common misconception that family estrangement is a particular event or outcome. Rather, it’s often based on ongoing issues. By Dr. Kristina ScharpAssociate professor, Department of Communication University of Washington Introduction Holidays are often a time of strengthening…
