Nick Kabrél MA Restructuring the world model through synaptic weight reconfiguration. Key points Psychotherapy is widely recognized for its effectiveness in treating a variety of mental health conditions. Empirical studies, both quantitative and qualitative, along with meta-analyses and reviews, consistently demonstrate…
Shahram Heshmat Ph.D. The power of listening to motivational music. KEY POINTS Music can be used as a tool for emotional empowerment, such as enhanced mood and motivation. Music has an immediate effect on us. It has a unique power to…
Betsy Holmberg Ph.D. New frontiers in mental health explore how flexible our thoughts are. KEY POINTS Many of us have an inner monologue that talks to us throughout our day, commenting on what’s going on around us, how we are…
James Gross Ph.D. Adopt a mindset that can limit judgmental thoughts that fuel distressing emotions. KEY POINTS By Xavier Banson, BA, and Matthew Dixon, Ph.D. Imagine you have a deadline coming up and you’ve been working for hours, but you…
Michael R Edelstein Ph.D. Differentiate between physical and emotional pain. KEY POINTS An unpleasant and often difficult aspect of life consists of experiencing temporary, extended, or permanent physical pain. As we go through life, no matter how careful we are…
Antonieta Contreras Exploring common myths we’ve believed to be true about healing trauma effects. Originally confined to physical injuries, the concept of “trauma” expanded as psychology advanced. Mental health professionals recognized that distressing events could inflict profound emotional wounds and…
Itai Ivtzan Ph.D. Being strong is not a healthy coping mechanism. KEY POINTS The idea that we must become vulnerable to be strong is a paradox. We often associate strength with control or power. Our most significant moments of growth…
Vanessa LoBue Ph.D. Having friends has long-term health benefits. KEY POINTS Some of the best days of my life were spent when I was in my 20s, mostly because it was when I met a lot of my lifelong friends….
Denise Fournier Ph.D. Navigating the pivot from birth trauma to early motherhood. KEY POINTS Bringing new life into the world is overwhelmingly described and discussed as a joyous, miraculous experience. And while this can certainly be true, the automatic emphasis…
Jonice Webb Ph.D. KEY POINTS Source: Beaunitta Van Wyk / Adobe Stock How do you show your children you love them? Do you give them hugs? Do you make sure they’re fed? Do you have them attend the best schools?…