Medications, TMS, and Psychotherapy: A Holistic Approach
Discover why psychiatrists are moving beyond single-treatment approaches and how combining therapies could be the key to better mental health outcomes..
by: (Martha B. Koo M.D., FASAM, FAPA, FCTMSS)
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Intermittent Fasting and Brain Health
Beyond weight loss, intermittent fasting may have health benefits for all of your major organs including your brain..
by: (Susan B Trachman M.D.)
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10 Ways to Flourish in 2025
Start the new year with a fresh perspective and practical strategies inspired by positive psychology..
by: (Jessica Koehler Ph.D.)
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Mangione Tragedy: Pain, Isolation, and the Survival Response
Luigi Mangione's murder of the CEO of UnitedHealthcare is unacceptable but understandable in light of what happens to the brain when people feel trapped by pain and circumstances..
by: (David Hanscom MD)
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A Brief Review of Anna Freud's Concept of Altruistic Surrender
Giving until it hurts may seem virtuous, but it may be a manifestation of defense mechanisms erected in response to covert, overly harsh self-criticism..
by: (Grant Hilary Brenner MD, DFAPA)
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Romance Isn't Intimacy
If you are a romantic at heart, know that there’s more to building a love that lasts than candlelit dinners, thoughtful gifts, and heartfelt sentiments..
by: (Steven Ing MFT)
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15 Signs You May Have Had a Mentally Unstable Parent
Growing up with a mentally unstable parent is more than just chaotic. For many survivors, the experience can lead to a range of personality concerns. These are the most common..
by: (Kaytee Gillis, LCSW)
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The Dying Art of Listening Inward: What We’re Missing Out On
The depth of what we miss by not truly listening—to ourselves, our bodies, our environment, and others. Learn how reconnecting can transform disconnection into purposeful living..
by: (Camille Preston Ph.D.)
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I Tried to Take a Break From Alcohol—Here’s What I Did Wrong
Afraid of cravings, slip-ups, or feeling deprived? Here’s what I wish I had known sooner about quitting alcohol..
by: (Jeanette Hu AMFT)
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"Cognitive Intimacy" With Large Language Models?
Cognitive intimacy with LLMs redefines connection—contrived yet profound, sparking insights and reshaping how we think, reflect, and engage with our ideas..
by: (John Nosta)
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3 Ways to Kick a Bad Habit for Life
Psychological researchers recommend these three easy steps to break bad habits..
by: (Mark Travers Ph.D.)
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Anxiety Is Love With a Mask
What if anxiety is not an enemy?.
by: (Jennifer Gerlach LCSW)
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The Key to Less Stress and Fatigue in Your Life
Tired of feeling stressed? Here are three ways to break the habit. .
by: (Sean Grover L.C.S.W.)
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Reproductive Coercion Rising for Domestic Violence Survivors
With the end of Roe v. Wade, reproductive coercion by abusive partners has significantly increased. Without reproductive and abortion healthcare options, women are in greater danger..
by: (Carol A. Lambert, MSW)
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What “It Ends With Us” Reveals About Breaking Cycles of Abuse
"It Ends With Us" offers a powerful exploration of breaking intergenerational cycles of abuse, demonstrating how courage and self-compassion can create healthier futures..
by: (Tess M. Kilwein PhD, ABPP, CMPC)
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Should You Go Vegan This Veganuary?
Going vegan for a month might be a powerful tool to show you which of your food habits still work for you, and which ones are due for a change..
by: (Janina Steinmetz Ph.D.)
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8 Self-Improvement Goals for the New Year
To help you move forward in 2025, consider setting self-improvement goals to master these 8 important life skills..
by: (Laura Gabayan, M.D.)
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The Mental Health Struggles of Veterinary Technicians
A recent study found that nearly all veterinary technicians have witnessed and/or administered medically futile treatments. The resulting emotional toll can be severe..
by: (J. Wesley Boyd M.D., Ph.D.)
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What to Do When Children Feel Jealous
Children may experience jealousy when they're distressed by an actual, imagined, or threatened loss of attention. Learn how to help them manage these difficult feelings..
by: (Deborah Serani Psy.D.)
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Love Wants to Be Soothed; Passion Wants to Be Stimulated
We often believe that relationships either have passion or serenity, romance or companionable bonding, freedom or commitment. But it’s not an either/or equation. It’s both/and..
by: (Gregg Levoy)
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How to Surrender Without Giving Up
Personal Perspective: Moving past the fear of pain can help transform it..
by: (Sara Eckel)
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3 Tech Trends Impacting Teens in 2025
Teens are using technology more than ever, despite the various restrictions and bans imposed in 2024. Here's how adults can help them navigate platforms in the new year..
by: (Diana E. Graber M.A.)
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Resolutions or Intentions: Which Leads to Genuine Change?
Why do New Year’s resolutions fall apart? Discover how intentions can help us navigate challenges, adapt to setbacks, and achieve lasting transformation. .
by: (Yosi Amram, Ph.D)
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New Year's Resolutions or Res-Illusions?
Struggling with New Year's resolutions? Discover why waiting until April, when stress is lower and energy is higher, might be the key to setting lasting, achievable goals..
by: (Britt Frank MSW, LSCSW, SEP)
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The Emotional Overexcitability of High-IQ People
If you have an IQ of 130+, emotional overexcitability is one of five intensities you likely have..
by: (Jenny Grant Rankin PhD)
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Is There More Than One You?
No matter which variant of your personality might be uppermost in your consciousness, that version will feel as though it represents your true, immutable, and unchangeable self..
by: (Leon F Seltzer PhD)
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AI and Laser Detect Early-Stage Breast Cancers in Blood
A first-of-its-kind study shows how AI with noninvasive liquid blood plasma biopsy and Raman spectroscopy (RS) can detect and classify early-stage breast cancer with high accuracy..
by: (Cami Rosso)
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This Is the Moment
Personal Perspective: Life occasionally hands us the keys to our entire future. Listen closely and choose wisely..
by: (Jennifer Hamady)
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25 Ways AI Will Change How We Think and Feel in 2025
How will AI affect our hearts and minds in the coming year? What will the continuous evolution of AI do to our emotions, mental processes, and behaviors?.
by: (Tim Leberecht)
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The Promise of Mindfulness
Mindfulness practices have passionate defenders and equally passionate detractors. But what exactly is mindfulness and what might it do for its practitioners? .
by: (Iskra Fileva Ph.D.)
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