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menshealth.com • Psychology • World
A personal account details the author's struggle with imposter syndrome, exploring its symptoms, impact, and strategies for overcoming it through therapy and self-reflection.
medium.com • Psychology • World
This article explores parasocial relationships, examining their formation with internet personalities and fictional characters, and tracing their historical context.
newyorker.com • Psychology • World
This article explores the resurgence of the term "brainwashing" in the context of modern political polarization and social media, examining its historical usage and the complexities of coercive persuasion.
latercera.com • Psychology • World
A man's experience with a panic attack leads him to re-evaluate his perspectives on work and family, highlighting the importance of challenging ingrained beliefs.
medium.com • Psychology • World
This article explores unexpected traits that contribute to instant likeability, challenging common social advice.
nytimes.com • Psychology • World
This article explores how changing one's perception of stress can significantly impact its effects on health and well-being, drawing on research studies to support its claims.
theatlantic.com • Psychology • World
A study reveals that younger generations experience higher stress levels and struggle more with coping mechanisms compared to older generations, highlighting the generational stress gap.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov • Psychology • World
This article explores the crucial role of play in child development, detailing its evolution from infancy through adolescence and highlighting its impact on cognitive, social, and emotional growth.
nzz.ch • Psychology • World
A psychologist discusses the overdiagnosis and various treatments of ADHD, highlighting the wide range of symptoms and questioning the genetic basis.
irishtimes.com • Psychology • World
This article explores Freud's concept of the 'death drive' and its relevance to understanding global conflicts, particularly the war in Ukraine, through the lens of psychoanalysis.
kobieta.onet.pl • Psychology • Poland
The article discusses the anxieties and mental health challenges faced by young adults in Poland as they transition into adulthood, highlighting the impact of societal pressures, pandemic experiences, and family dynamics.
nautil.us • Psychology • World
This article explores how framing one's life story as a hero's journey can increase meaning and resilience, drawing on psychological research and real-life examples of individuals overcoming adversity.
clarin.com • Psychology • World
Psychologist Arun Mansukhani discusses the declining sexual activity among young people, linking it to the impact of hypersexualized media and unrealistic expectations.
theatlantic.com • Psychology • World
A 47-year-old man grapples with persistent thoughts of death, prompting a response from a columnist who shares coping strategies.
nytimes.com • Psychology • World
A veteran's therapist abruptly terminated their sessions after the patient shared a sexual dream about the therapist, raising concerns about ethical therapeutic practices.
theatlantic.com • Psychology • World
This article explains the DARVO tactic—Deny, Attack, Reverse Victim and Offender—a manipulation technique used by sociopaths to deflect blame and gain power, offering strategies to identify and avoid perpetrators.
medium.com • Psychology • World
This article explores the author's personal journey of overcoming the fear of being seen, tracing its roots in past trauma and offering insights into the nature and impact of this phobia.
theage.com.au • Psychology • World
A study reveals a strong correlation between the frequency of shared meals and increased life satisfaction, highlighting the importance of social connection for well-being.
washingtonpost.com • Psychology • World
A Washington Post article explores the experiences of parents whose young children claim to remember past lives, examining documented cases and the research of experts at the University of Virginia.
epochtimes.jp • Psychology • World
A woman's lifelong battle with depression found unexpected healing through spiritual practice, highlighting the significant role of hope in recovery.
healthline.com • Psychology • World
Research suggests a link between demand avoidance, a condition characterized by avoiding daily pressures, and ADHD, highlighting the potential for mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and other strategies in managing this challenge.
medium.com • Psychology • World
This article argues that anxiety is fundamentally an attention problem, and that shifting one's focus can be more effective in managing anxiety than directly addressing emotions.
demorgen.be • Psychology • World
A man's experience of being defrauded by a contractor leads him down a path of intense revenge fantasies, prompting reflection on the psychology of revenge and its societal implications.
fakt.pl • Psychology • Poland
Parents are grappling with feelings of helplessness and anxiety in the face of modern challenges, particularly concerning their children's safety in the digital age and the increasing prevalence of peer violence.
medium.com • Psychology • World
This article differentiates between mood, emotion, and feelings, explaining that mood is a sustained state, emotion is a reaction to a stimulus, and feelings are the conscious experience of these states.
theatlantic.com • Psychology • World
This article explores the importance of accurate self-knowledge, highlighting the challenges in achieving it and offering practical strategies for improving self-awareness.
wired.com • Psychology • World
This article explores the psychological reasons behind our fascination with supervillains, examining factors such as the desire for power, revenge, and the exploration of our own fears and the unknown.
gatopardo.com • Psychology • World
This article presents an excerpt from Darian Leader's book, exploring the complex relationship between sex, violence, and the lasting impact of childhood experiences.
nytimes.com • Psychology • World
This New York Times article explores the nuances of self-confidence, self-esteem, and self-efficacy, highlighting their impact on personal growth and offering insights into how to improve self-confidence.
shortform.com • Psychology • World
This article details how to identify and exploit someone's weaknesses to influence their behavior.
latercera.com • Psychology • World
A woman grapples with her husband's midlife crisis and her demanding boss, highlighting the complexities of personal and professional challenges.
elpais.com • Psychology • Spain
This article explores the concept of happiness through the personal experiences and perspectives of several individuals, highlighting the importance of self-acceptance, responsibility, and mindfulness in achieving lasting wellbeing.
dailymail.co.uk • Psychology • World
The article discusses Freddie Flintoff's experience with trauma after a car accident and explores the lessons learned about coping with adversity, highlighting the importance of support and honest communication.