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Who Killed Jeffrey Epstein?
Was Jeffrey Epstein murdered or did he commit suicide while in prison awaiting trial? Information gaps contribute to the spread of Epstein conspiracy theories. read more .
by: (Ira Hyman Ph.D.)
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5 Tips to Transform Nostalgia From Yearning to Hope
Nostalgia can be a painful emotion, yet it rises out of love. Here’s how to step into the best parts of nostalgia while letting go of the worst.read more .
by: (Betsy Holmberg Ph.D.)
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Grandparenting Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All
Grandparenthood unfolds differently for everyone. From love at first sight to love that grows, this post makes room for it all.read more .
by: (Jeff Segal Psy.D.)
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Body-Mind Medicine: A Novel Approach to Healing
The benefits of looking at health from your body’s point of view.read more .
by: (Chris Gilbert, M.D., Ph.D.)
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How Far Should Compassion Go—Even Toward the Abusive?
What if the people we label as “too much” are really just wounded souls in disguise? This post explores how love, presence, and boundaries can reach even the hardest hearts.
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by: (Aigerim Alpysbekova MPH)
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The Role of Psychic Illusions in the Psychoanalytic Process
How the illusory nature of experience can be sculpted through play and creative process in the service of psychoanalytic psychotherapy.read more .
by: (Grant Hilary Brenner MD, DFAPA)
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Why "Execution Mode" is the Skill You Didn't Know You Needed
A 3-minute sports psychology exercise for better focus and follow-through in any domain of life.read more .
by: (Alice Boyes Ph.D.)
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Unmasking “Masking” in Kids
Neurodivergent kids may act out at home but not at school. The "masking" argument is often used to explain this, but the evidence doesn't support it, and the message hurts kids.read more .
by: (Paul Sunseri Psy.D.)
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Revitalizing the Emotional Lives of Deeply Traumatized Foxes
Helping otherwise playful foxes recover from physical and psychological harm by adding joy to their lives can foster trust, resilience, and hope that is good for them and for us.
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by: (Marc Bekoff Ph.D.)
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How Our Stress Responses Affect Us in Relationships
Our stress responses were developed as a way for us to survive a traumatic environment, but they can impact our adult relationships if we are unable to find healthier ways to cope. read more .
by: (Kaytee Gillis, LCSW)
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How to Elevate Your Decision-Making Skills
Decision-making is a daily challenge for organizations. Here's how leaders and team members can manage the four main types.read more .
by: (Anna Rostomyan Ph.D.)
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Thinking About Your Next Holiday May Boost Your Well-Being
We have clear evidence that holidays benefit well-being. read more .
by: (Cathrine V. Jansson-Boyd Ph.D.)
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Why Does It Seem Like So Many People Lack Empathy?
We’re all guilty of low empathy from time to time, but that doesn’t mean that we are incapable of empathy. Learn five strategies to maximize your capacity for empathy. read more .
by: (Sherry Pagoto Ph.D.)
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The 3 A’s: Useful Tools for Developing Gratitude
How do we get rid of defenses developed during childhood? We cannot will them away, but we can become so aware of the pain they cause that they no longer seem worth the cost.read more .
by: (Timmen L. Cermak MD)
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The Real Reason Communication Breaks Down
Despite advances in communication technology, the age-old problem of not being heard remains. read more .
by: (Mike Verano LPC, LMFT)
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Scheduled Sex? The Group Chat Has Thoughts
When the topic of scheduled sex lit up a group chat, I followed up with a friend who has successfully scheduled sex for more than a decade. Here's what she has to say.read more .
by: (Laura Federico, LCSW, CST)
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4 Ways to Feel Less Awkward and More Confident in Groups
Why do you feel fine one-on-one, but freeze in groups, even with friends you love? Learn four science-backed ways to feel more confident and connected when all eyes are on you.read more .
by: (Ellen Hendriksen Ph.D.)
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When the Summer Is a Transition Too
Is your child experiencing anxiety during the summer? Here's why and what you can do to help.read more .
by: (Liz Nissim Ph.D.)
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Self-Distrust: The Quiet Barrier to Financial Wellness
Shame from past money mistakes breeds self-distrust, creating a cycle that harms financial wellness. Rebuilding trust through self-compassion and education is key.read more .
by: (Nathan Astle MFT, CFT-I)
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Play Encourages Cooperation and Tolerance in Elephants
Signals used by elephants to manage competitive play sessions provide hints to the roots of empathy in social mammals. read more .
by: (Mary Bates Ph.D.)
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The Poker Game of Life
In life, we make the best decisions we can with the information available at the time, but the results are not always within our control. read more .
by: (Phil Stark LMFT)
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The Surprising Way to Build Rock-Solid Confidence
Think everyone else has it easier? The tough road you’re on might be the one that leads to true confidence, the kind that can’t be taken away. Here's how to get it.
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by: (Keven Duffy LCSW)
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The Power of Talking Things Out
How can reflection replace rumination? When you put your thoughts on the examination table with a good friend, therapist or coach, it can be transformative.read more .
by: (Relly Nadler Psy.D., M.C.C.)
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"Rigoletto" and the Laws of Karma
Do your actions determine your destiny? The wheel of karma is always turning. read more .
by: (Judith Fein)
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The 4 Stages of "Modern Dating'"
Have our love lives been immune to societal and technological changes?read more .
by: (Mark Travers Ph.D.)
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Why We're Wired to Read Emotions in Expressions, Not Sounds
Facial expressions evolved as fast, universal emotional signals, interpreted more reliably than wordless vocalizations. Human brains are wired to prioritize visual emotional cues.read more .
by: (Sam Goldstein Ph.D.)
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What Are the 10 Qualities of a Healthy Family?
What helps families stay strong through life’s challenges? These 10 qualities show up in every healthy, connected family—and they might just change the way you see your own. read more .
by: (Randi Gunther Ph.D.)
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Crowded Spaces: Are You a Spreader or a Squeezer?
At a recent concert, I watched people either make room for others or subtly claim more space. This small moment says a lot about how we help, when we help, and who we are. read more .
by: (Robert Goldman J.D., Psy.D.)
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5 Reasons Adults Opt for No or Low Contact With Their Parents
More adults are choosing low or no contact with their parents, not out of spite, but for healing. Here are 5 powerful, honest reasons why distance can be an act of self-care.
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by: (Edie Stark LCSW, MSc)
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How (and Why) to Think Like an Entrepreneur
Cultivate beginner's mind as you approach a new project, career, field of study, or other pursuit at work or home. read more .
by: (Bruce Rosenstein)
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