Becoming a parent is challenging, and it's a topic that often goes undiscussed. Recently, a young mother and a student at my psychology institute shared her thoughts on the transition to parenthood. She has a 4-month-old baby…
Family involvement significantly enhances the effectiveness of eating disorder treatment. Un derstanding the complex nature of eating disorders and fostering open family communication is crucial in supporting the recovery process…
How parents and social support help the transition in early adulthood. Sup port from real friendships is crucial at any age, but it can be especially impactful when young adults first leave home. This phase, known as "early …
"Why are people so angry with me?" This is a question I often asked myself growing up. Whether it was my frustrated elementary school teacher trying to get me to put on my shoes only to discover I chose not to wear them…
When you think of creativity, you likely envision a genius behind an easel or at the heart of a brilliantly crafted film. However, people can also tap into their creative energies to rise to power, enact revenge, or simply cause …
Parenting is a challenging task. But what happens when the roles reverse and you find yourself caring for your aging mother or father? While we love our parents, feelings of frustration, anger, guilt, and helplessness can arise, …
Research shows that most people follow simple rules or heuristics about half the time or more. Ma king sound decisions is challenging, and achieving the best possible ("optimal") outcomes is even harder. Instead, indivi…
Why It’s Better to Be Eight Minutes Late but No More. Th e introduction of railways in the 19th century forced towns in England to standardize their time to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Some towns adapted more slowly than others. O…
Easy steps to stay strong when a manipulator ups their game. Ch ronic manipulators have one main goal: to get their way. To achieve this, they will use, deceive, and take advantage of anyone in their path. Often, these tactics ge…
In an ideal world, children would spend every moment of their day engaged in educational and enriching activities, and parents would have no need for iPads or Netflix. However, in reality, screens are a part of most parents' …
As I write this article, I am seven months pregnant with my sixth child. Discussing childbirth fills me with both deep concern and great hope, as I see a growing recognition of women's needs and rights during this critical ti…
Many people dealing with suicidal thoughts often don't share their feelings, even with doctors or family members. As it's Mental Health Awareness Month, it's important to note that 10 million U.S. adults have suicida…
A couple in Michigan faced a 10-15 year sentence due to their child's involvement in a school shooting. S hould parents bear legal responsibility for their children's actions? What obligation do we have to recognize and a…