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The catchy phrase Fake It Till You Make It is “an English aphorism which suggests that by imitating confidence, competence, and an optimistic mindset, a person can realize those qualities in their real l […]

Hey teens, I have something to tell you and it may not be something you want to hear. Sorry about that in advance. But actually what I have to say is good for everyone to hear, because I’m sure the m […]

An international research team has discovered that reduced levels of serotonin in the blood may be linked to heightened somatic awareness, a condition where people experience physical discomforts for which there […]

Anxiety has become a common part of our every day vernacular. Publishers are even requesting more picture books on the topic for children. Children! Can you imagine?
And yet it makes sense. There’s so much i […]

Is your workplace bully actually a narcissist on a power trip?
Bullying in the workplace is an unfortunate situation, but it does happen. However, it’s possible that your simple case of “workplace bullying” is ac […]

As the number of children diagnosed with autism continues to rise at alarming rates, researchers have been working hard to figure out what environmental and/or genetic factors might be contributing to the […]


Does anxiety keep you from living the best life possible? Do you feel that you are nervous all the time? Are you not sure the difference between anxiety, worry, and paranoia? Want some suggestions on how to c […]

For health professionals on social media, posting just one negative comment in frustration may harm their credibility with current or potential clients, according to a new Canadian study published in the Journal […]

Noah didn’t care for ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) therapy despite his struggles with harm OCD. Stories that he had heard from acquaintances and friends were not positive. In fact, one of his friends f […]

Young adults who see themselves as scrawny and who exercise to gain weight may be at risk of muscularity-oriented disordered eating behaviors, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of […]

New research shows that upbeat music can make a rigorous workout seem less tough, even for people who are insufficiently active.
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) — brief, repeated bouts of intense e […]

A new study, published in the journal JAMA Psychiatry, suggests that childhood behaviors in kindergarten may be related to annual earnings at ages 33 to 35 years.
The international team of researchers found that […]

A study of Norwegian veterans who served in Afghanistan finds that being exposed to the death and suffering of others tends to result in worse symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) than being put in […]

The phrase “put yourself in another’s shoes” emphasizes the importance of taking the perspective of others to increase empathy and maintain relationships with people around us. The ability to empathize with other […]

Good habits will change your whole life.
If you’re interested in life advice for self-improvement, you’ll need to learn how to form good habits and how long it takes to break bad ones.
When it comes to for […]

A new study shows how 3D imaging, a type of technology which enhances the illusion of depth perception, might be able to help young women better appreciate their bodies, and in turn, improve their mental […]

A new form of dating is emerging, termed the “foodie call,” where a person sets up a date with someone they are not romantically interested in just to get a free meal.
New research finds that 23 percent to 33 per […]

New research shows a clear link between early and regular cannabis use by youth and alterations in brain circuits that support aspects of executive functioning.
The study finds that the frequent and regular use of […]

Grab of cup of joe or your kick-back beverage of choice and dive into this week’s Psychology Around the Net which covers the psychology of screen time, the surprising connection between anxiety and boredom, how a […]

Somewhat in a hurry to get home, I had just finished my errands and began to feel a familiar urgency.  Almost immediately, the yellow school bus pulled out right in front of me. “Please turn, please turn so I do […]