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Creativity psychologyMay 23, 2026
New psychology research suggests a brisk walk can boost your creativity an hour later
Taking a brisk walk might do more than just get your heart rate up; it could also give your imagination a measurable boost about ...
Mental HealthMay 23, 2026
Mental Illness Burden Nearly Doubles Globally Since 1990, Says New Lancet Study
Mental health is becoming one of the biggest public health challenges in the world. A new research published in The Lancet found ...
AI-generated treatment plansMay 23, 2026
Sketchy Imbalances In Data Training Are Distorting AI-Generated Mental Health Guidance
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Lance B. Eliot is a world-renowned AI scientist and ...
PersonalityMay 23, 2026
Intimacy in close relationships and borderline personality features: the importance of traumatic childhood experiences, rejection sensitivity, and first-impression social judgments for attachment security
Background Intimacy, feeling close to others, and mutual trust and regard are important aspects of a secure attachment style that contributes to stable relationships. Difficulties experiencing intimacy have been linked…
AddictionMay 23, 2026
Substance use and treatment utilization patterns of working-age American men who were not in employment, education, or training (NEET) during the COVID-19 pandemic
Background A growing population of working-aged men are not in employment, education, or training (NEET). The COVID-19 pandemic has been associated with changes in rates of substance use disorders (SUDs) and treatment…
Child PsychologyMay 23, 2026
Advancing global mental health through social media engagement: lessons from an international professional organization (IACAPAP)
Since the emergence of social media in 2004, it has become an increasingly influential medium for communication, education, and advocacy within healthcare. For child and adolescent mental health, it offers unique…
Child PsychologyMay 23, 2026
Longitudinal patterns of adolescent well-being and associations with health-related outcomes in young adulthood: a cohort study using latent growth mixture modelling
Adolescence represents a sensitive developmental period that can have lasting consequences for later health. This study investigates long-term patterns of subjective well-being during adolescence and their associations…
Child PsychologyMay 22, 2026
Nature Neuroscience: Autism subtypes identified using cross-species functional connectivity analyses
It is often assumed that phenotypic heterogeneity in autism reflects underlying pathobiological variation. However, direct evidence supporting this link is lacking. Leveraging cross-species functional neuroimaging, we…
School crisis responseMay 22, 2026
San Diego behavioral health leaders warn state cuts will harm school crisis response
San Diego County's Mobile Crisis Response Teams have responded to more than 32,000 calls since 2021, according to the county.
Cognitive and educational testingMay 22, 2026
Testing and Evaluation Therapists in Lititz, PA
As a Neuropsychologist and School Psychologist who provides both evaluation and therapy services I have the unique opportunity to ...
PolicyMay 22, 2026
First meeting of the IHR Emergency Committee regarding the epidemic of Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda 2026 – Temporary recommendations
The Committee’s advice aligned with the determination by the WHO Director-General that the event constitutes a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC), but does not meet the criteria for pandemic…
Clinical PsychologyMay 22, 2026
Scientists warn that current vitamin B12 guidelines may be putting your brain at risk
Getting enough vitamin B12 to meet current health guidelines may not actually be enough to protect the aging brain. Researchers at UC San Francisco found that older adults with “normal” but lower levels of active B12…
Health PsychologyMay 22, 2026
Scientists discover simple way to relieve arthritis pain without pills or surgery
A surprisingly simple walking tweak may offer new hope for millions living with knee osteoarthritis. In a year-long clinical trial, researchers found that slightly changing the angle of a person’s foot while walking…
WorkplaceMay 22, 2026
What Is Diabetes Burnout and What Can You Do About It?
Managing diabetes every day is exhausting, and over time, that weight can lead to something called diabetes burnout. Michelle ...
Co-parenting interventionsMay 22, 2026
Co-Parenting Counseling Therapists in Minnesota
With over 20 years of experience in providing psychotherapy, I am adept at helping people of all ages (4 and up) handle ...
Personality and emotional testingMay 22, 2026
Personality disorder or mental illness? A psychologist explains the difference most get wrong
When people hear the words “personality disorder”, they often think of someone manipulative, dramatic, dangerous or ...
Health PsychologyMay 22, 2026
Popular weight loss drugs like Wegovy may also target arthritis inflammation
Researchers have discovered that the GLP-1 hormone targeted by drugs like Wegovy is present in very low amounts inside the joints of arthritis patients. That finding suggests high-dose GLP-1 medications could potentially…
Rational emotive behavior therapyMay 22, 2026
Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT) Therapists in San Bernardino, CA
Every person who comes to therapy carries a story—one filled with experiences, challenges, and hopes that shape who they are.
Mental HealthMay 22, 2026
Looksmaxxing isn’t just a TikTok trend – it often reflects severe body image issues in teen boys and young men
Many of the behaviors involved in looksmaxxing are also symptoms of eating disorders. Tanya Constantine/Tetra images via Getty ...
Health PsychologyMay 22, 2026
“Zombie cells” aren’t always bad and that could transform anti-aging medicine
Scientists are uncovering a surprising truth about aging cells: some may damage the body, while others help protect it. The discovery is fueling a new wave of precision anti-aging therapies aimed at removing only the…
Graduate admissionsMay 22, 2026
Ohio University expands graduate psychology access with online degree
Ohio University is expanding access to graduate education in psychology with the launch of a new fully online Master of Science ...
Positive PsychologyMay 22, 2026
Psychologists reveal the secret to happiness
Happiness…that hard-to-pin down emotion. You feel it, and before you know it, it can vanish into thin air. You try to hold onto ...
Experimental researchMay 22, 2026
Can anime treat depression? Japan launches experimental mental health trial
Young adults join pilot study using manga-inspired virtual therapists in Japan People walk past digital billboards advertising ...
Social PsychologyMay 22, 2026
Think you’re bad at languages? Experts say these 5 myths are to blame
Many people avoid learning a new language because they remember stressful grammar lessons or fear making mistakes. But language experts say communication, culture, and connection matter far more than perfection. Modern…
Global mental healthMay 22, 2026
Anxiety and depression drive global mental health surge to 1.2 billion, study
A surge in anxiety and depression has pushed global mental health cases to 1.2 billion, highlighting a growing burden that health ...
ResearchMay 22, 2026
Understanding and addressing the obstacles to a trial of face masks in schools: a mixed-methods feasibility study
Background Face masks are a commonly used public health measure to control the spread of airborne infections, including in school-aged children. However, no trial of their effectiveness has been conducted in school…
AddictionMay 22, 2026
Addressing gender disparities in the efficacy of psychological interventions for behavioral addictions: protocol for a systematic review and individual patient data meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Behavioral addictions (BAs) are increasingly recognized as significant mental health challenges, but evidence on treatment efficacy remains limited. Psychological interventions, particularly cognitive-behavioral therapy…
Child PsychologyMay 22, 2026
Effects of experimental ostracism on cortisol, autonomic regulation, and affective states in adolescents with nonsuicidal self-injury
Background Adolescents who engage in nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) show a high sensitivity to ostracism, and its effects may be amplified by dysregulated stress-system function. However, ecologically grounded…
Child PsychologyMay 21, 2026
Melatonin for Kids: Is It Safe?
If you’ve spent any time talking to other parents about sleep, you’ve probably heard about melatonin. One person swears by it. Someone else warns against it. And if your child is struggling to fall asleep, it can be hard…