A large new meta-study on benzodiazepine harms from long-term use finds evidence of volume loss of the hippocampus and amygdala.
When Humor Hurts: The Ethics of Joking and Comedy
Because humor can sometimes trigger ill feelings, philosophers and scientists are studying the phenomenon to help determine how we can balance free speech and mutual respect.
LinkedIn Profiles May Indicate Narcissistic Traits
Discover how AI could expose hidden personality traits on LinkedIn, and what your profile might reveal about you.
Intimate Terrorism and the Pattern of Coercive Control
Domestic violence includes various patterns and types. Coercive violence is sometimes called intimate terrorism because of the fear and control it produces.
Is It Autism or Another Diagnosis?
Parents can be unaware that there are many conditions that, at face value, share common characteristics with autism.
How to Handle Anxiety and High-Stakes Deadlines
If you have anxiety, high-stakes deadlines pose real health risks like burnout and depression.
Living Slowly
Living slowly leads to a natural contentment and mindfulness, and may even have a time-expanding effect.
The Missing Piece to Burnout Recovery: Reflection
Most burnout advice boils down to “take a break,” but this rarely helps us recover from burnout because we return to the same stressors. Here’s a different approach.
Inside the Decisions of Real-Life Matchmakers
Who do you trust more with your heart: A human or an algorithm?
Shootings in America: The Psychology of it All
Following the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, people everywhere are wondering about the shooter’s motivation. I suggest its end and its means.