
Developing a More Secure Attachment Style
Attachment theory is a framework based on the research of psychologist John Bowlby. It describes four different approaches adults may take toward relationships: avoidant,...
Talking about mental health matters, and the words we use can have a huge impact. In a study from Emory University, researchers found 50 psychological and psychiatric terms to avoid because they are shown to be shame-inducing and stigmatizing. But what exactly is stigmatizing about the language we use, and how can we respectfully discuss mental health?
Attachment theory is a framework based on the research of psychologist John Bowlby. It describes four different approaches adults may take toward relationships: avoidant,...
Self-sabotage happens when someone participates in one or more behaviors that undermine their wellbeing and success. From procrastination to stress eating, self-sabotaging behaviors take...
Research indicates that brain function tends to decline with age, but it also shows that measures can be taken to reduce this decline. Here...
Empathy is the glue that holds humanity together. Through it, we’re able to feel concern for people we’ve never met, help address social issues...
A person’s quality of life largely depends on their ability to be productive. Whether it’s meeting quotas at work, completing assignments for school, or...
Research suggests that your mood in the morning affects your performance throughout the entire day. Therefore, a set of mood-lifting morning habits can help...
The holiday season can be challenging when you are dealing with the loss of a loved one. You may find it difficult to put...
Helping others and giving back to the community make you feel good. The same can be said for giving a gift to a friend...
Sometimes life doesn’t go as planned. When we face disappointment, a flurry of emotions can follow such as sadness, anger, stress, and even self-doubt....
Stress, wanting an escape, peer pressure, curiosity, self-medication, trying to feel grown up—there are many reasons teenagers experiment with drugs. But with time, that...
Sleep deprived and reaching for a sugary energy drink or high-calorie snack to get through the day? Many of us have been there. In...
It’s well-known that showers are necessary for staying clean, but they also have some powerful psychological benefits like decreasing anxiety and depression, relieving stress,...
Though people sometimes use the terms interchangeably, there are key differences between “empathy” and “sympathy.” What is empathy? Empathy is the ability to recognize,...
The typical workday can be exhausting for most, but when does this exhaustion become burnout? Burnout is defined as emotional or physical exhaustion resulting...
If you’re feeling stressed about upcoming elections, you’re not alone. Political stress, the feeling of stress or anxiety related to elections, is common. According...
When you’re lonely, missing a loved one, or just want someone to talk to, it can be tempting to opt for a quick text...
A majority of Americans eat more than the recommended amount of sugar each day. That’s no surprise since there is evidence sugar is more...
Some days, the perfect way to relieve soreness and tension is by stepping into a warm bath or hot shower. Athletes can often be...
We all know the benefits of regular exercise: a longer life, a decrease in stress, an increase in self-esteem. However, sometimes exercise can become...
Addiction is a chronic condition that can have chronic consequences. Substance use can affect several aspects of a person’s life depending on the substance...
Are you getting enough fruit and veggies, and what does it have to do with your mood? Nutritional psychology is a newer field of...
The American Psychological Association defines “violence” as an extreme form of aggression. In 2021, the United States saw 1.3 million cases of violent crime,...
While self-soothing and self-care may sound like similar concepts, they’re quite different. At the basic level, self-care is a long-term way to manage stress...