Jason N. Linder, PsyD “The cure for the pain is in the pain” —Rumi Some of you may think this post title is silly, as it’s an obvious truth (duh!), while others may disagree entirely with its premise. I think a lot…
Jaclyn Margolis Ph.D. As the new year begins, you are likely considering your goals. Researchers have termed this phenomenon the “fresh start effect,” showing that individuals are more likely to start thinking about their goals and priorities when a significant…
Lisa Sheinhouse M.A. As parents, we have a natural instinct to help our children. We want to fix things for them; we don’t want them to experience pain or suffering. We want them to live happy lives without stress and worry. But if…
Johns Hopkins University Not feeling particularly cheery this time of year? You’re not alone. Many find that the holidays bring as much stress as they do joy. But there are ways to ease through the season. To help make the…
Rita Watson MPH During times when we are expected to be joyful, such as holidays and vacations, people can experience boredom and even the blues. For some, the lack of daily structure can be unnerving and may trigger boredom; that is, “the…
Jennifer Gerlach LCSW Like everyone else, I’ve heard, from the beginning of time, that exercise is good for you. This is nothing new. Exercise is good for everything. Nevertheless, I didn’t have high expectations that it would help with my anxiety….
Eunice Yuen M.D., Ph.D. Co-authored by Vicky Wang, B.S., and Eunice Yuen, M.D., Ph.D. The end of the year can be stressful. It starts with decorating, shopping, traveling, and finally, celebrating with loved ones—often with a feast. Food can be comforting. A…
Diana E. Graber M.A. Social media use among teens is as high as ever, according to a new survey from the Pew Research Center. Conducted between September 26 and October 23, 2023, the survey finds that nearly one in five teens use YouTube…
Susan Krauss Whitbourne PhD, ABPP New research shows the importance of putting autobiographical memory to work. The ending of one year and the beginning of the next is a natural time to reflect on everything that happened to you in the…
Daniel S. Lobel Ph.D. Interpersonal boundaries, when properly expressed, allow individuals in a relationship to feel safe and secure. These feelings of safety and security support the sharing of the self and facilitate intimacy. The healthiest individuals approach intimate relationships with healthy…