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My colleague David Armstrong, who has died aged 91, spent more than six decades shaping the field of systems psychodynamics. With a rare knack for expressing complex ideas in simple language, he placed psychoanalytic…
Finding a reason to learn that comes from within ourselves - intrinsic motivation - is key.
Psychology suggests that shifting your focus from yourself to others can transform first impressions. Here is how genuine curiosity and active listening make you more likeable, confident, and ...
Mental health experts to help readers understand the landscape and find the best help possible.
Just one cultural activity a week may match some of the benefits of regular exercise.
Psychology says people who are scared of cockroaches, bugs or house lizard aren't always reacting without reason. Psychology explains that fear of insects and reptiles can develop through evolution, ...
What happens in the brain when readers strongly identify with fictional characters.
I can’t blame my patients for turning to its straightforward assessments. But it has real risks – and care may require human messiness“Chat told me I should break up with him.”I instructed my face to remain…
Psychology says people who use a phone for years and don't change it easily aren't always resisting change. Psychology suggests this habit may reflect careful decision-making, practical thinking, ...
As a child, enduring break after break, I thought of myself as simply unlucky. Truth was, I needed to tune in to my aches, pains and well-founded fearsIt was the first day of spring this year. I was topless, face-down on…
Interacting with children has gotten a lot less intuitive, even if you’re a parent yourself.
Announcing ambitions can sometimes reduce the drive to achieve them. Receiving praise for intentions creates a false sense of accomplishment. This psychological effect stems from the brain ...
The best response to unwanted romantic interest is a clear and unambiguous rejection.
The journey home after a match is often when many athletes recall the game, where they replay every mistake made in their minds. For many parents, this might feel like an ideal time to discuss the ...
Psychology says people who read bedtime stories to their kids aren't simply helping children fall asleep. Research suggests this daily habit can support empathy and creativity. A study found that ...
Collector of dream stories from across continent finds ‘surprising consistency’ in the way they are structuredA young woman discovers in a dream that she is responsible for the Holocaust and tries to come up with schemes…
Doctor calls creatine 'promising but not definitive' as a complement to depression care.
I have many years of experience in regards to individual therapy, couple counseling, family counseling, substance abuse ...
A study shows that "good" or healthy fats and “bad” fats affect brain cells in different ways.
A group of researchers examine the communication barriers impacting social science professionals’ credibility and how people make sense of their expertise.
Psychology says people who are good with numbers and love mathematics aren't limited to calculations or formulas. Psychology research shows that mathematical thinking is linked with logical reasoning, ...
Researchers have identified a previously overlooked mechanism of brain cell death that appears to play a major role in Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia. The finding could lead to new treatments aimed at…
The thoughts, feelings and coping styles that could be affecting your heart health.
For 50 years scientists and the public alike have been completely wrong about the biological basis of depression.
With the support of family and friends and regular psychiatric and psychological care, Charlie was determined to maintain a fulfilling and meaningful lifeThe modern mind is a column where experts discuss mental health…
Whether you’re learning guitar or trying to get fit, short bursts of effort can work wondersYou could call it the tamest of mid-life crises, but as I turned 40 last year, I decided to devote myself to a long-neglected…
Forgive and forget? I haven’t set foot in my local bakery since I was belittled by the woman behind the counter‘If your name’s not down, you’re not coming in” is a phrase with which celebrity party planner Fran Cutler…
Curated music playlists are more than just mood boosters; they are sophisticated tools for emotion regulation. Psychology research reveals that actively selecting music to manage feelings, thoughts, ...
Using alcohol to cope with stress when young may permanently alter the brain, making it harder to adapt to challenges and increasing the risk of returning to drinking later in life. Researchers also found signs of brain…
We all make choices that hurt our future selves. Researchers tested a new way to change that.
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