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How to Improve Your Well-Being by Agreeing to Disagree
Published: August 6, 2026 23:49
Whether watching true crime or live trials, there is a lesson to be learned in how to agree to disagree. Increase positive conversations and improve overall well-being.
Choosing Who We Want to Be With One Another
Published: August 6, 2026 22:09
Conflict often spurs us to react before our wiser self has a chance to respond. Four reflective questions can help us approach difficult conversations with greater awareness.
Big Tech Believes in You
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-future-of-intimacy/202608/big-tech-believes-in-you
Published: August 6, 2026 21:47
Personal Perspective: Meta's new ad says it believes in people. So do the companies selling you the cure for the loneliness they created.
Betting on the Future
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-negotiation-edge/202608/betting-on-the-future
Published: August 6, 2026 21:11
The most powerful negotiation moves transform uncertainty into opportunity.
Getting High Off Your Hobby
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/everyday-extraordinary/202608/getting-high-off-your-hobby
Published: August 6, 2026 20:49
Personal Perspective: My college roommate was my best friend, and we were alike in many ways. But he became a serious weed aficionado, and I did not. Why?
Normal Aging Brains Undergo Alteration, Not Deterioration
Published: August 6, 2026 20:45
Cognitive evaluations that ignore age-related arousal patterns may underestimate an older person’s cognitive resources.
What Homer Can Teach Us About Ghosting
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/ataraxia/202608/what-homer-can-teach-us-about-ghosting
Published: August 6, 2026 19:21
Why does being ghosted hurt so much? Homer and the Mahabharata point to a timeless answer, hidden in the faithfulness of two dogs.
In Managing AI, It’s All About Media Psychology
Published: August 6, 2026 19:05
As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, it is crucial to thoughtfully navigate its social implications.
New Ways to Deal With the Inner Critic
Published: August 6, 2026 19:01
Do you have a negative voice in your mind that tells you you're not good enough? Research reveals how to keep this inner critic from sabotaging you.
Clinical Wisdom: Hidden Secrets of the Therapeutic Alliance
Published: August 6, 2026 18:37
What makes the therapeutic alliance distinctive and powerful?
Two Dreams, Same Conversation
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/understanding-dreams/202608/two-dreams-same-conversation
Published: August 6, 2026 18:04
While two consecutive dreams might appear different, they may reveal a continuation of the same conversation.
Is Your Son Defiant, or Is He Missing a Skill?
Published: August 6, 2026 17:45
What looks like defiance is usually a boy lacking the skills the moment demands. Learn the three executive functioning skills behind it, and how to help him build them.
What Is Your Odyssey?
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/decade-of-childhood/202608/what-is-your-odyssey
Published: August 6, 2026 16:25
We are all on an Odyssey in life. If you have recently seen the movie or read Homer's epic poem, you may have seen parallels in your own life.
Trust Is Built Long Before It's Ever Tested
Published: August 6, 2026 15:57
If your partner had to describe you to a friend, would "reliable" be one of the first words they used?
Who Makes the Better Teacher, Humans or AI?
Published: August 6, 2026 15:41
A study of student teachers found that AI reduces cognitive load and builds critical thinking, while teacher mentorship produces more classroom-ready lesson plans.
What to Do When Your Child’s Teacher, Coach, or School Is Unfair
Published: August 6, 2026 15:27
When adults are unfair to your child, it might be a great learning opportunity instead of a disaster you need to correct.
When Your Child's Meltdown Means You're Winning
Published: August 6, 2026 15:00
If your child's tantrums just got worse right after you started doing everything right, you haven't failed. You've almost won.
The Weaponization of Labels
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-leading-edge/202608/the-weaponization-of-labels
Published: August 6, 2026 14:50
A label can end a debate before the evidence is heard. From Nazi propaganda to "quack" science, labels have been weaponized, but there are ways to resist them.
On Childhood Trauma, Growth, and Being the Author of Your Story
Published: August 6, 2026 14:29
My mentor’s strangest advice, the most puzzling sentence I tell my students, and the science of deciding what your past means.
How to Get the Most Out of Your Therapy
Published: August 6, 2026 13:45
To get the most from therapy, it's important to be clear, open, and assertive. Here are traps to avoid and tips for finding a good fit.
Can Learning a Language Keep Your Brain Young?
Published: August 6, 2026 13:43
Learning a new language does more than expand your vocabulary. It challenges your brain, builds cognitive reserve, and may support healthier aging.
“We’re Staying Together for the Kids"
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/systemic-insights/202608/were-staying-together-for-the-kids
Published: August 6, 2026 13:42
Many parents stay together for the kids. But what happens when children grow up surrounded by chronic tension instead of emotional safety?
Why Walk and Talk Therapy Matters More in the Age of AI
Published: August 6, 2026 13:18
As AI transforms access to information about mental health, therapy's greatest value is what information alone can not provide: lived, relational experience.
Why Are We Suckers for Pseudoscientific Personality Tests?
Published: August 6, 2026 12:41
Myers-Briggs categories are roughly as useful as astrology for predicting life outcomes. Here’s why we still can't look away.
In Law Enforcement, Everything Old Is Not Really New Again
Published: August 6, 2026 12:40
In law enforcement and elsewhere, we may fail to adapt to changing circumstances. We can see psychological determinants of this effect in well-documented military situations.
Stop Putting Yourself Last
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/conquering-codependency/202608/stop-putting-yourself-last
Published: August 6, 2026 00:55
Putting yourself first isn't selfish. Learn how to value yourself, speak up for your needs, and practice better self-care.
The Clockwork Men
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-forgotten-women/202608/the-clockwork-men
Published: August 6, 2026 00:19
This post explores the overlooked intersection of autism, military service, and PTSD, giving voice to autistic veterans whose stories—and needs—have too often gone unseen.
Grieving After a Suicide
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/goodbye-suicide/202608/grieving-after-a-suicide
Published: August 5, 2026 23:30
Personal Perspective: The self-recriminations that occur after someone has committed suicide can be overwhelming and complicate the grieving process.
Do Similarities or Differences Foster Marital Happiness?
Published: August 5, 2026 22:30
Have you found that you and the person you married many years ago don't quite see things the same way? That may be a good thing later in life.
Telling Your Donor-Conceived Child Their Story Early Matters
Published: August 5, 2026 21:16
Although talking to your child about their origins when they are young may not seem important, it is actually very helpful for you, your child, and your relationship.
The Mountain Never Told Me I Was Too Old
Published: August 5, 2026 20:38
Personal Perspective: I climbed the world’s highest volcanoes in my 50s and found the real summit was learning how to challenge the stories that limit us.
Rage Bait: An Angering, Yet Original Engagement Hack
Published: August 5, 2026 20:20
Rage baiting uses original content to instigate user engagement in darkly creative ways.
When Levity Heals Rather Than Hurts
Published: August 5, 2026 20:01
Used wisely, humor can soften shame, ease tension, and deepen connection. Healthy humor helps us hold ourselves, others, and life's challenges with greater lightness.
Nuances of Postpartum Psychosis — Physiology Over Psychology
Published: August 5, 2026 19:37
Our psychologic state shifts with our physiologic state. Our physiologic state shifts with our environmental inputs. Our perceived reality is relative to these processes.
The New Definition of LARPing
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/a-funny-bone-to-pick/202605/the-new-definition-of-larping
Published: August 5, 2026 19:07
You may see people on social media calling others out for LARPing. Here's what it's all about.
Antidepressants and Suicide Risk
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/dose-and-meaning/202608/antidepressants-and-suicide-risk
Published: August 5, 2026 18:47
Can antidepressants increase suicide risk? Pharmacovigilance data reveal important patterns, limitations, and why the first weeks of treatment deserve extra attention.
"You're a Psychologist. You Know..."
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-unknown-mind/202608/youre-a-psychologist-you-know
Published: August 5, 2026 18:10
After 30 years in psychology, I keep hearing the same phrase—often followed by something that my field rejected decades ago. The interesting part is why we all do this.
How to Connect with Adopted and Foster Children
Published: August 5, 2026 17:59
All adopted and foster children come with one or multiple childhood adversities. Here are principles and strategies for successfully parenting these at-risk children.
The Hidden Mistake Parents Make When Praising Their Children
Published: August 5, 2026 17:35
The words you choose matter more than you think. Learn how science-backed praise can help children build confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning.
How Drug Abuse by Bicyclists Led to a Medicine for Psychosis
Published: August 5, 2026 17:15
There are many pathways to the discovery of new drugs, from intuitive trials based on unrelated observations to systematic molecule modification based on biochemical theories.
Mental Health Challenges: Meditate or Medicate?
Published: August 5, 2026 17:05
The real question is not whether to meditate or medicate, but what support is needed to heal.
Rethinking Suicide Through a Neurodivergent Lens
Published: August 5, 2026 16:56
The overlooked risk factors for suicide and the questions that can save neurodivergent lives.
Get to the Root of Conflict with Radical Repair
Published: August 5, 2026 16:49
Should we aim to never argue or disagree in our relationships? The answer is no. If we take a "radical repair" approach, conflict can make our connections even stronger.
More Principles of Sexual Health
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/sex-esteem/202608/more-principles-of-sexual-health
Published: August 5, 2026 16:15
Learn about the principles of sexual health, including mutual pleasure, non-exploitation, and prevention.
You Need This Trait More Than Chemistry in Your Relationship
Published: August 5, 2026 16:15
Chemistry defines the beginning, but this trait predicts longevity.
Probability as a Number, Probability as a Personality Test
Published: August 5, 2026 16:02
What is the probability that reading this post on probability will increase your willingness to take risks?
The Cost of Losing Self-Respect in Addiction
Published: August 5, 2026 15:57
Addiction can easily destroy a person's self-respect. But does a deficit of self-respect make a person more vulnerable to developing an addiction?
You're Not Bailing Out Your Adult Child, You're Buying Proof
Published: August 5, 2026 15:52
That 'loan' you'll never collect isn't likely generosity. It's a bribe to feel like a good parent.
Life Before and After Treatment for Schizophrenia
Published: August 5, 2026 15:51
When I look in the mirror every morning, I am amazed at what a radically different person I am today compared to who I was when ill with untreated schizophrenia.
The Strengths Gap Fueling AI Burnout at Work
Published: August 5, 2026 15:26
Regular AI users at work report more self-doubt, less use of their own strengths, and more burnout. Here's why, and a simple way to work with AI without losing yourself.
Can Hybrid Intelligence Close the Learning Gap?
Published: August 5, 2026 15:07
A rural classroom study finds that AI-guided support boosts science learning, but full AI adoption may reduce peer collaboration.
Why Humans Need a Creator
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-magic-in-the-tragic/202608/why-humans-need-a-creator
Published: August 5, 2026 14:53
Human beings are hardwired to seek divine order, prioritizing psychological meaning over logic to survive life’s deepest tragedies.
A New Way to Think About Crime
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/culture-conscious/202608/a-new-way-to-think-about-crime
Published: August 5, 2026 13:56
Have you ever done something illegal? Probably. Do you have a criminal record? Probably not. All criminals are lawbreakers, but only some lawbreakers become criminals. Why is that?
When Someone Else's Tragedy Becomes Your Fear
Published: August 5, 2026 13:25
Why anxious minds mistake other people's experiences for personal risk.
Why Your Neighborhood Needs Gossip
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/out-of-the-ooze/202608/why-your-neighborhood-needs-gossip
Published: August 5, 2026 13:14
Despite gossip’s bad reputation, a lively network of graceful gossipers is the beating heart of a healthy neighborhood.
The Psychology of Aesthetics
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/science-of-choice/202608/the-psychology-of-aesthetics
Published: August 5, 2026 13:12
Psychology of aesthetics explains why something is liked or disliked and what concepts people associate with aesthetics.
The Odyssey and the Monster of Trauma
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-asylum/202608/the-odyssey-and-the-monster-of-trauma
Published: August 5, 2026 12:28
Christopher Nolan's smash summer film is essentially about the power of trauma and the possibility of recovery.
When Your Partner Won't Acknowledge the Pain They Caused
Published: August 5, 2026 01:00
Starving for empathy: When your partner gets angry at you... for being hurt by them.
Don’t Pass Your Childhood Traumas Down to Your Kids
Published: August 4, 2026 23:14
Most of us have some sort of trauma or dysfunction from our own childhoods. By understanding our own triggers, we can help break the cycle and not pass our trauma to our kids.
The Burnout Fix That’s Been Sitting Next to You All Along
Published: August 4, 2026 22:42
The most burned-out teams aren't always the busiest ones. They're the loneliest ones.
5 Self-Care Habits Every College Student Needs to Thrive
Published: August 4, 2026 21:45
College asks a lot of students. Prioritizing these five wellness habits—sleep, food, movement, community, and awe—can help them grow and succeed.
What Happens After the Rescue?
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/counseling-keys/202608/what-happens-after-the-rescue
Published: August 4, 2026 21:33
Rescue is only the beginning. New research reveals how helping can unintentionally retraumatize survivors of sex trafficking, and what healing truly requires.
Stop Fighting Reality at 3 A.M.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/momentology/202608/stop-fighting-reality-at-3-am
Published: August 4, 2026 21:13
It's 3 a.m., and you're not asleep—you're building a case against something that already happened. That fight may feel like courage, but it functions like a flinch.
What Therapists Miss When Clients Bring the Sacred
Published: August 4, 2026 20:46
Clinical language and the rush toward interpretation can dismiss and undervalue the spiritual dimensions of a client's experience.
The 6 Principles of Sexual Health
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/sex-esteem/202608/the-6-principles-of-sexual-health
Published: August 4, 2026 20:01
A healthy sex life is built on key principles that support honest inquiry into relationship behaviors.
Courageous Optimism Does Not Always Wear a Badge
Published: August 4, 2026 19:37
A police theory of courage under fire, tested by a teen lifeguard and an armed civilian, illustrates how heroism is built in advance, not summoned in the moment.
The Power of Setting Intentions
Published: August 4, 2026 19:21
Setting intentions reminds us of our deepest values, of who we are and how we want to show up in the world for the people around us. It is a simple tool of daily empowerment.
Why People Stop Bringing Their Ideas to Work
Published: August 4, 2026 19:03
In a world of full of AI, human ideas are everything. So why aren't people coming up with more ideas?
What If We’ve Been Talking About Masculinity All Wrong?
Published: August 4, 2026 18:26
Men have long been taught that manhood must be earned. Exploring different masculinities that focus on cooperation reveals new ways to understand strength, purpose, and well-being.
Reading Marcus Aurelius With Feminine Pronouns
Published: August 4, 2026 17:32
Catherine Yee's clever revision of George Chrystal's older translation of "The Meditations" replaces masculine references with feminine and neutral forms, preserving the rest.
Can We Teach Kids to Be Kinder?
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/kindness-in-the-world/202608/can-we-teach-kids-to-be-kinder
Published: August 4, 2026 17:12
Can we teach children to be kinder? A recent study suggests the answer is yes—and that the effects reach beyond kindness itself.
Clinical Wisdom: Quintessential Secrets of Psychotherapy
Published: August 4, 2026 16:55
Is psychotherapy about giving clients or patients advice?
How to Spot an Exploitative Dater
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/modern-dating/202607/how-to-spot-an-exploitative-dater
Published: August 4, 2026 16:34
Dating men who are self-focused, careless, and low effort? It's time to ditch the exploitative dater and seek meaningful connection with men who are operating at your level.
Just Wear the Shorts (and Then Go Move in Them)
Published: August 4, 2026 16:05
Embarrassment doesn't have to keep you from moving. There are practical ways to build body-image flexibility and reconnect with the joy of movement.
Is It Me or Is It ADHD?
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mood-disorders/202608/is-it-me-or-is-it-adhd
Published: August 4, 2026 15:57
If you ever listen to the same song over and over on repeat, or if you’re overwhelmed by laundry and dishes to be washed, according to TikTok, you have symptoms of a disorder.
Studies Point to the Most Effective Ways to Treat Social Anxiety Disorder
Published: August 4, 2026 15:45
What works best in the long run, psychotherapy or medication for social anxiety disorder (SAD)? And what does the gut microbiome have to do with SAD?
The Dread Comes Back Before the School Year Does
Published: August 4, 2026 15:39
Everyone else is buying backpacks. We are counting weeks since the last flare. Parents of kids with Neuroimmune Reactive Avoidance (NRA) may be dreading another school year.
Why Panic Often Sends Us to Medical Specialists
Published: August 4, 2026 15:38
Certain medical specialists are frequently visited by people who experience panic. The result can be "care-seeking" behaviors in which a person overresponds to physical sensations.
Can You "Hack" Your Way to Success?
Published: August 4, 2026 15:33
A Personal Perspective: Ever wondered if Obama, Zuckerberg, and your ADHD notes app have anything in common? Turns out, yes, and the science behind it might surprise you.
How Confidential Is Psychotherapy?
Published: August 4, 2026 15:23
Personal Perspective: My observations have led me to wonder about the extent to which therapists understand confidentiality, and how much they care.
3 Ways Early Family Trauma Shapes Marriage in Later Life
Published: August 4, 2026 14:51
Research identifies how unresolved wounds in childhood create emotional vulnerabilities in romantic relationships as an adult.
Shame: The Underestimated Driver of Suicide
Published: August 4, 2026 14:21
Why shame is related to suicide, particularly in adolescence, and how we can better deal with shame.
What Your GPS Knows About Friendship
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-unknown-mind/202608/what-your-gps-knows-about-friendship
Published: August 4, 2026 14:03
Miss a turn, and your GPS never sighs, blames, or brings up last time. It recalculates—the best model of compassion on the market.
When Caring for Mom or Dad Divides a Family
Published: August 4, 2026 13:45
A new reveals how much caregiving for aging parents can strain sibling relationships—and in some families, break them apart altogether.
The Struggling Adult Child Wish Parents Feel Ashamed of
Published: August 4, 2026 13:35
The wish most parents of struggling adult children are too ashamed to admit—and why saying it out loud helps them see it.
Surviving Moral Injury in Law Enforcement
Published: August 4, 2026 13:04
Many officers who experienced trauma in uniform are told to jump right back into the game. Yet that is not always the best idea.
Fathers and Children: The Beginning of a New Conversation
Published: August 4, 2026 01:10
Sometimes the most healing words are not spoken but heard. When fathers listen without explaining themselves, old wounds begin to soften, and there is hope for a new beginning.
Why We Keep Returning to Early Coldplay
Published: August 4, 2026 01:01
Why do the albums Parachutes and A Rush of Blood to the Head still resonate? Because of their uncertainty, longing, and unfinished stories.
Why Helping Others Helps You
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/spiritual-intelligence/202608/why-helping-others-helps-you
Published: August 4, 2026 00:33
The path to a more meaningful life may begin with a simple question: How can I be of service? Science suggests the benefits flow both ways.
5 Smart Ways to Hang Out More in the “Now”
Published: August 3, 2026 21:33
There’s a lot to be said for living more in the “now.” A present-oriented state of mind offers numerous benefits, such as access to a joyful flow state.
Spiritual Bypassing Has a Name; Psychological Bypassing Doesn't
Published: August 3, 2026 21:09
When therapy pathologizes what clients experience as spiritual.
Biological Psychiatry and the Allure of the Simple
Published: August 3, 2026 19:30
"The Madness Pill" describes the rise of biological psychiatry through the story of Sol Snyder, the scientist who formulated the dopamine theory of schizophrenia.
How to Resist Overthinking Decisions
Published: August 3, 2026 19:12
Learn to spot typical overthinking patterns you might fall into, as well as how you can resist those patterns, make better decisions, and feel more confident about them.
5 Awesome Strategies to Strengthen Your Love of Learning
Published: August 3, 2026 18:48
There are many ways to nurture love of learning and boost your ability to thrive. Here are 5 strategies.
What Is the World Asking of You?
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/attuned/202607/what-is-the-world-asking-of-you
Published: August 3, 2026 18:33
Part of the healing process is that we don’t know who we will become. When we’re on a path of transformation, there’s no way back to a healed state, but only a way forward.
Can Utilitarianism Replace Ethics?
Published: August 3, 2026 18:09
Do we still need moral philosophers? Part 2
Why Don't Talented People Get Promoted More Often?
Published: August 3, 2026 18:02
Being indispensable is a compliment until it becomes a career ceiling. Learn how to turn competence into your next promotion.
The Origins of My Spirituality
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/understanding-hypnosis/202606/the-origins-of-my-spirituality
Published: August 3, 2026 17:52
As we think about the stories we tell about our lives we can develop better self-understanding.
Brothers, Sisters, and Divorce: What Happens Between the Kids
Published: August 3, 2026 17:51
Sibling relationships are often the longest relationships people have in life. Divorce can strengthen the sibling relationship, or it can fracture it.
When Feeling Better Doesn't Feel Like Yourself
Published: August 3, 2026 17:30
When psychiatric treatment works, symptoms often fade, but for some patients, so does the sense of feeling like themselves.
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