Depression is a serious mood disorder, with an estimated 16 million American adults having at least one major depressive episode in the past year.1 It can affect how you think, …
Understanding The Inappropriate Affect
The Inappropriate Affect refers to the outward expression of a person’s internal emotions. For most people, there is congruence between affect and circumstance; for example, if you are given the …
Beyond The Grind: Find Meaning In Travel — Abroad Or In Your Backyard
You can’t open a magazine this summer without seeing stories about swarms of tourists crowding once-serene locales. During an age when everything is relentlessly mediated on social media, NPR’s Life …
How Cultural Differences Shape Your Gratitude
Americans say thanks a lot, but other cultures may have a deeper understanding of gratitude. If you’re trying to become happier, you’ve probably heard the advice to practice gratitude. “Gratitude …
Synchronizing Your Biological Clock With Your Daily Schedule
What if there was a way to get more out of each day? While we all have the same 24 hours, how we use that time impacts what we can …
Why Is Nature So Good for Your Mental Health?
A new study suggests that nature may make us happier and healthier because it inspires awe. In recent years, a number of wilderness therapy programs have cropped up to help …
The Psychology of Creativity
What does it take to be a creative person? How exactly do psychologists define creativity? Studying creativity can be a tricky process. Not only is creativity a complex topic in …
Our Language Affects What We See
A new look at “the Russian blues” demonstrates the power of words to shape perception Does the language you speak influence how you think? This is the question behind the …
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Explained
Many people who seek psychotherapy are experiencing distress or confusion over their current circumstances. Common concerns are problematic patterns in relationships, identity issues, overwhelming stress, overcoming a difficult or abusive …