As a Dutch child psychologist who works with families in the Netherlands, I’ve observed a number of different parenting styles across many cultures. While each approach has its benefits, Dutch …
At the end of 2015, I felt stuck. After a near-death experience, I had to quit my job and retire early to prioritize my health. My health improved, but the …
We all have a certain level of attachment to our cell phones, but for some people, being without their phones or losing internet access can heighten their anxiety beyond normal …
What is clear is that the brain must be able to accurately regulate how strong a mental image is to avoid confusion between fantasy and reality. “The brain has this …
Next, Parker wondered how general this effect is. Most antipsychotics developed over the past 70 years stick to dopamine receptors, but a new generation binds to other sites, like acetylcholine …
Emotionally resilient people are deliberate in their response to painful experiences. They allow themselves to grieve, remind themselves of what they are grateful for, and focus on what they can …
Typically seasonal affective disorder is associated with the darker evenings and cooler temperatures of the winter; but summer can bring about the same symptoms of depression for some people. Extreme …
1. “You are being very bad.” When a child loses their sense of self, it can result in emotions of rage, anxiety, self-pity, or hopelessness. But they’re not being bad …
I spent years in therapy waiting for a therapist to ask me what I want. No one ever did. So I distracted myself with small desires and big obstacles, pursuing …
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Imagine spending a weekend afternoon with friends at an art museum: nodding with crossed arms, desperately searching for something insightful to say. The vast majority of paintings you stroll past …