Shining Light on the Secrets to a Long Life

Martin Moore-Ede M.D., Ph.D. Circadian rhythms used to be just a curiosity or an inconvenience when flying across time zones. But we now know robust daily cycles in almost every function our bodies are essential to good health. When our circadian…

Do COVID Infections Impact Mental Health?

The Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research More than four years after the first humans became infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus, scientists understand more than ever before about how COVID-19 affects people. Beyond respiratory symptoms, COVID can lead to nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rashes,…

How to Deal With Disappointed Expectations

Todd E. Pressman Ph.D. I recently had a big disappointment when my daughter’s number one college choice proved to be prohibitively expensive—three times more than the average college. After my wife and I gathered ourselves, we looked at each other…

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Do You Seek Happiness as a Direction or a Destination?

Stephen Joseph Ph.D. ‘The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination.’ This is a quote from the late psychologist Carl Rogers. He also went on to say ‘This process of…

A High-Functioning Alcoholic: 20 Years Sober

Sarah A. Benton LMHC, LPC, LCPC, AADC Twenty years ago today, I woke up from a typical alcohol-induced blackout in an apartment I did not recognize in an unfamiliar Boston neighborhood. I stared at the ceiling with a pit in…

Behavioral Therapists Treat Worry

David A. Clark Ph.D. At the start of a new year, it’s only natural to wonder what lies ahead. Maybe you have concerns about a health problem, financial strain, job insecurity, relationship discord, or loneliness. And you’re worried! It doesn’t help…

What Does It Mean to Sit With Your Feelings?

Noelle McWard LCSW I have a confession to make. I am a therapist, and I am not always good at sitting with my feelings. It can be hard. Some feelings are painful and uncomfortable to feel. I would much rather…

How Your Physical Space Can Affect You Emotionally

Suzie Pileggi Pawelski, MAPP and James Pawelski, Ph.D. At the start of a new year it is common to make resolutions that we think will bring us long-term happiness, be it a new diet, exercise regime, or work goal. While it’s admirable…

Life Won’t Wait: The Value of Reflecting on What Matters

Christopher Dwyer Ph.D. In light of my considering New Year’s celebrations and, inevitably, the Christmas immediately preceding it, the holidays of years gone by sprung to mind. I recall one of my happiest Christmases was my first one living in…

Resolving the Integrity Paradox

Jeremy E. Sherman Ph.D. Here’s a paradox: A total hypocrite is consistent in their double standards. They consistently rationalize any option that benefits them. Though that means that they are completely inconsistent in rationalizing their behavior, in a way, they have absolute integrity….

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