The Four Keys to Well-Being
Dr. Richard Davidson explains that well-being is a skill that can be practiced and strengthened. By Dr. Richard J. DavidsonProfessor of Psychology and Psychiatry University of Wisconsin–Madison This article is adapted…
How to Motivate Yourself to Learn a Language
Try to figure out why learning a language is important to you. By Dr. Abigail ParrishLecturer in Languages Education University of Sheffield Are you thinking about learning a language? Perhaps you’ve decided that it’s time to dust off…
My Year of Magical Tidying
How getting rid of two-thirds of my belongings created more space for joy. By Erin SagenFreelance Journalist Do your socks spark joy? How about your college textbooks? How many spare…
The Curious Case of the Antidepressant, Anti-Anxiety Backyard Garden
Whether it’s microbes in the dirt or fresh air—or both—researchers do know this: Gardening is strong medicine. By Dr. Daphne MillerFamily physician, science writer, and clinical Professor Gardening is my…
Five Ways Sleep Is Good for Your Relationships
New research highlights how sleep benefits our social lives. By Jill SuttieFree-lance journalist and a staff writer Introduction I’m a sleep lover. I like going to bed at the same time…
How Anxiety Hides in Your Habits
Before you try any tips to reduce anxiety, you have to understand your own anxiety routines, a new book argues. By Kira M. NewmanManaging editor at UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science…
Rediscovering a love of the game
A passionate football player, Lara Goodwin felt compelled to give up their favourite sport when they came out as gay. Sexism and homophobia meant the footballing world just didn’t feel…
Why Forgetting is a Normal Function of Memory – and when to Worry
Can’t remember where you put your keys? It’s normal. By Alexander EastonProfessor of Psychology Durham University Forgetting in our day to day lives may feel annoying or, as we get older,…
Insomnia: how Chronic Sleep Problems can lead to a Spiralling Decline in Mental Health
We envisage a future in which sleep is a routine target for reducing or preventing symptoms of mental illness, both in psychiatric settings and people’s homes. By Dr. Scott CairneyAssociate Professor of Psychology University of York By Dr. Aidan J HornerAssociate Professor in Psychology…
How College Students Are Resisting the Mental-Illness Stigma
Student-led organizations are bringing mental illness into the light to lower the suicide rates of young people. By Donna Jackel They tell us from the time we’re youngTo hide the…
