Letting Go of Unattainable Goals Has Psychological Perks
A new game-changing study identifies an unexpected silver lining of depression: People with depression can let go of unattainable goals more quickly, which has psychological perks.
View ArticleMental Illness and Violence: Would I Do That?
Many people are plagued by violent thoughts they have no desire to act on. Fortunately treatment can help.
View Article6 Ways to Nurture Empathy in Intimate Relationships
Empathy, which is a cousin of compassions is essential for successful relationships. Sometimes we need reminders on maintaining empathy. This article shares how to do this.
View ArticleWhat Happens When a Therapist Goes Away
Patients often wonder if therapists think about them when they are away: some insights from a therapist's thoughts while on vacation
View ArticleWhen a Psychological Disorder Becomes Normal
When we abuse nature, we are really only abusing ourselves. We are connected to nature. And our survival depends on us being able to sense the connection.
View ArticleMen vs. Women Want Different Outcomes in Couples Therapy
Research shows the same kinds of conflicts around problem solving couples experience at home also affects what they look for in couples therapy.
View ArticleTaking Melatonin but Still Can't Sleep?
Understanding the role of melatonin in sleep helps explain its limited usefulness in relieving insomnia.
View ArticleHolding Perinatal Women in Distress
You do this as she leans away from you, tempted by the darkness.
View ArticleSelf-Actualization Through Music
One reason the creative arts are a powerful therapeutic resource is that they function on multiple levels. This particular song operated on at least three.
View ArticleHow “Wanting to be Liked" Gets You Rejected
5 ways to stop approval seeking and improve your relationships.
View ArticleSHUTi: A New Insomnia Treatment Via the Internet
SHUTi, a promising new Internet-based therapy for treating insomnia, is offering hope to people who can't find or afford a therapist, and don't want to take medication.
View ArticleWhen Your Child Falsely Accuses You of Child Abuse: My Story
When my son recently falsely accused me of "child abuse," I researched the issue and found very little support online. Here, I offer guidance that can hopefully help other parents.
View ArticleDoes She Want Emotional Connection Before She Wants Sex?
A man complained that his wife didn’t want to have sex unless she felt emotionally connected to him. He had no idea what she was talking about.
View ArticleHow Exercise Reduces Depression, Anxiety, Cynicism, & Anger
Exercise may be on par with antidepressants and psychotherapy in the treatment of depression; it even benefits non-pathological mental states as well as reduces mortality.
View ArticleThe Head, Heart, and Soul in Psychotherapy
Material loss clears the way for spiritual gain, but why wait?
View ArticleTo App or Not to App
American Psychiatric Association takes Leadership in the Wild West of Mental Health Apps
View ArticleAre You a Realist or a Romantic?
Are You a Realist or a Romantic? Keeping one foot in reality and the other in romance is key. by Max Belkin, Ph.D.
View ArticleThe Privilege of Not Understanding Privilege
I don’t want rich people to apologize for being born with money; I just want them to act like they know they didn’t earn it.
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