Valentines Day has meant different things to different people. It was about the fertility of Roman emperors; it was about the chastity of priests. Now it’s about all of us.
Is Teasing Always Bad?
Teasing is a universal human behavior that begins with parents and infants. It can certainly be harmful—but it can also be a force for social good.
Winter Break Bliss: Keep Kids Learning and Engaged
As winter break approaches, parents often face the challenge of keeping their children entertained and engaged during the extended break from school. While kids need […] The post Winter Break …
Top Ten Mindfulness Exercises
Mindfulness is a powerful skill that has been taught for thousands of years by many world religions: Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, and Christianity, to name a few. In the 1980s, Dr. …
The ADHD Dog: Assessing ADHD
Assessing potential ADHD in dogs is complex. The use of rating scales can evaluate a dog’s temperament, ADHD behaviors, and anxiety levels.
The Relationship Between Critical Thinking and Critical Theory
Critical thinking seems to be often confused with critical theory. Don’t make this mistake, as the inclusion of the former within the latter might be questionable at best.
Treating Depression Using Stanford Neuromodulation Therapy
The Brain Stimulation Lab at Stanford University modified transcranial magnetic stimulation to increase its effectiveness in treating major depressive disorder.
The 2 Most Common Relationship Problems
Those who struggle with confrontation and those who struggle with handling anger often become a couple. Over time, the relationship may fall apart. Here’s what to do instead.
How Will Weight Loss Drugs Affect Obesity Stigma?
Why do we assume weight is controllable by the individual, and what are the effects of that conclusion? Will the new weight loss drugs change the way we think about …
On Loving and Being Loved
A couple who feared their 40-year marriage was in terminal trouble consulted a psychologist. Learning to listen, understand, and appreciate each other’s perspectives helped.