A new review paper shows the secrets to success of having a high EQ. You’ve undoubtedly heard of the concept of “emotional intelligence,” or “EQ.” It took hold in the 1990s and has only continued to attract the attention of both everyday people and academic psychology. Claims about its contribution to success in life, announced […]
New research shows how noninvasive neurostimulation of the right cerebellum improves episodic memory and may offset age-related cognitive decline. For centuries, the cerebellum was considered a motor-function-only brain region that coordinated smooth and accurate muscle movements but didn’t play a role in cognition. Most neuroscientists didn’t think the cerebellum played a role in nonmotor brain […]
Factors that contribute to memory errors, and steps to improve memory Have you ever left your keys in a spot where you were sure you would remember, only to forget and have to retrace your steps? Or, have you ever vividly remembered an event that never actually happened? These everyday experiences highlight the fallibility and […]
Carefully consider what you say and how you say it. As parents, you will advise your children throughout their lives, and you will likely feel that certain advice is especially critical for your children to hear. But how can you ensure that your child will listen to your messages? What follows is context for understanding […]
Relationship rifts are unpleasant, but new research shows how to push reset. Relationships inevitably involve disappointment and mistakes. In a close relationship, it is highly likely that, at some point or another, one partner will inadvertently offend the other, creating a rift that may seem unfixable. Even small lapses from good harmony can throw things […]
New research examines the link between ambivalence and marital satisfaction. Ambivalence refers to the presence of both positive and negative evaluations of a person or relationship. It is prevalent in close and intimate relationships (e.g., girlfriend/boyfriend, husband/wife). Ambivalence is associated with significant stress. Why? Perhaps because feeling both love and hate toward a close other […]
Talking about errors can make a difference in how a couple feels. When I teach my class on the psychology of close relationships, at some point I get around to talking about the “not so bright and shining” moments that partners have. You know, those moments when someone inevitably takes a wrong turn and does […]
Cognitive deficits in schizophrenia interfere with real-world functioning. Schizophrenia is a disorder with readily observable symptoms including hallucinations, delusions, social withdrawal, apathy, and disorganized thinking and behavior. It is also associated with substantial cognitive deficits, which interfere dramatically with everyday functioning. Robert McCutcheon, Richard Keefe, and Philip McGuire recently published an excellent review in the […]
Do you feel like someone might not have your best interests at heart? A new study published in the Southern Communication Journal offers a succinct definition of a term that has become commonplace in pop culture over the past decade: What it means to be a ‘frenemy.’ “Despite the prevalence of frenemies in popular culture […]
It appears that no amount of alcohol is good for you. It turns out that drinking moderate amounts of alcohol daily does not—as previously thought—protect against heart disease or contribute to a longer life. Apologies if your alcohol consumption depends in part on this popular belief and (until now) useful rationalization. For decades, scientific studies […]
A new book reviews influences of speaking more than one language. Language plays a significant role in all aspects of human social and cognitive life. People communicate with each other in a language. The language they speak also structures a number of aspects of the way they think. These effects become even more complex when […]
New research suggests what may really be going on in a burned-out relationship. The feeling that your relationship isn’t going the way you expected it to can make you feel emotionally depleted. A couple generally enters into an intimate partnership with the hope that it will grow and flourish over time. When this doesn’t happen, […]
New large-scale study shows alterations in language areas in schizophrenia. Schizophrenia is a devastating mental health issue that affects about 1% of Americans. Its symptoms can be quite different from patient to patient. Common symptoms include hearing voices and other forms of hallucinations, delusions, paranoia, as well as problems with thinking, and incoherent speech. All […]
Research examines the relationship between traumatic abuse and bonding. A recent study by Effiong et al. suggests empathy intensifies traumatic bonding—the formation of a strong bond between the victim and his/her abuser. Published in Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, the study is discussed below. But first, a few definitions. What is empathy? Empathy is […]
Being exposed to someone who is rude can be unsettling, especially when it is completely unprovoked. New research shows how rudeness also affects your ability to think clearly. When was the last time someone was unnecessarily rude to you? Perhaps you were happily minding your own business while reaching for an item on a high […]
Different coping styles tell us a lot about healthy eating Now that COVID is somewhat behind us, we have some space to stop and reflect. We can remember the days when masks were mandatory, lockdowns were frequent, and many businesses were shutting down (except, of course, hospitals). Some of us used the time to down-regulate […]
New research shows the skill that can make you more emotionally intelligent. Do you ever wonder whether it’s better to show your emotions or to keep them hidden? Perhaps your hairstylist cuts your hair much shorter than you asked for. Do you decide it’s better just to wait till it grows back in (and find […]
A large meta-review suggests it is. In the United States, when someone is experiencing a chronic health condition or persistent negative mood states, medications or talk therapy tend to be first to the rescue. Exercise is sometimes relegated to the category of “complementary and alternative medicine” for those who have tried medications and therapy and […]
The first year tends to be great. The fifth, not so much. For many couples, having a baby is one of their greatest wishes in life. But does having a baby really make parents happier? And if yes, how long does this baby bliss last? A new study published in the journal Emotion focused on […]
New research traces whether introverts can squeeze joy out of their daily lives. Finding joy in everyday experiences is an important way to keep yourself stressless and carefree. It may be something as simple as a young relative taking your hand as you walk down a hallway. That immediate boost helps shine a little light […]
New research examines how beliefs about change affect psychological growth. When you think about yourself over the course of your life, which features stand out as having changed the most? Projecting into the future, what aspects of yourself would you like most to change? Perhaps you’ve struggled your entire life with feelings of low self-confidence. […]
How to impress others in initial encounters. We meet someone — a stranger – and we immediately form an impression of that person. Often, we make a snap decision: “I like that person,” or “I really don’t care for them.” This important initial judgment can affect not only how we feel about the person, but […]
The Promise of Studying Human Aggression in the Wild What causes some individuals to act out violently when provoked, while others turn the other cheek? For decades, psychologists, criminologists, and sociologists (among others) have tried to understand the causes of this type of behavior, referred to as ‘reactive aggression’. From this work, we know that […]
New research shows the skill that can make you more emotionally intelligent. Do you ever wonder whether it’s better to show your emotions or to keep them hidden? Perhaps your hairstylist cuts your hair much shorter than you asked for. Do you decide it’s better just to wait till it grows back in (and find […]
Parents’ closeness in teen years enhances resiliency and reduces alcohol abuse. Not only does positive parenting make for a happier family life, but it also enhances children’s cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development going forward. A recently published study shows that this remains true through the teen years, and that it’s particularly important for kids […]
A recent study finds links between children’s lack of play and declining mental health. Has our drive to protect our children impaired their mental health—and made our conversations with them less rich? Recently Dr. Peter Gray, a psychology professor at Boston College and prominent researcher on child play, alerted me to his recent article exploring […]
New research examines how beliefs about change affect psychological growth. When you think about yourself over the course of your life, which features stand out as having changed the most? Projecting into the future, what aspects of yourself would you like most to change? Perhaps you’ve struggled your entire life with feelings of low self-confidence. […]
Research finds that overweight individuals internalize others’ negative views. The prejudice against overweight people pervades many domains of life, including at school, work, in health care, in popular media, and especially in social relationships. It can also lead to “internalized weight stigma,” in which overweight individuals essentially agree with negative stereotypes about having excess weight, […]
New review of evidence points to increased supervision, decreased independence I begin with two well-established facts: 1. Over the past four or five decades there has been a gradual, but overall huge decline in the freedom of children and even teens to play, roam, and engage in any activities away from direct adult oversight and […]
New research on stress shows that life gets better once you’re past your 20s. The concept of the midlife crisis prevails in the popular literature and is, in fact, so ingrained that the phrase, “I’m having a midlife crisis” is a common reason given for any and all unusual behavior in an adult anywhere from […]
Take this 13-item survey to learn if you are prone to flow. In 1975, Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi introduced the concept of flow in his groundbreaking book, Beyond Boredom and Anxiety: Experiencing Flow in Work and Play. From the outset, he was interested in identifying why some people are more prone to having flow-state experiences than others, […]
KEY POINTS The impact of social media on the well-being of teens is a hotly debated topic, and rightly so. Earlier this year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that nearly three in five U.S. teen girls felt persistently sad or hopeless in 2021—double that of boys, representing a nearly 60 percent increase and the highest level […]
Why Relationships Matter Love is one of the most profound emotions known to human beings. There are many kinds of love, but many people seek its expression in a romantic relationship with a compatible partner (or partners). For these individuals, romantic relationships comprise one of the most meaningful aspects of life, and are a source […]
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