Positive PsychologyJul 21, 2025
The Power of Positive Feedback
In our research on what makes work meaningful, one of the most powerful, but underused, leadership practices was the simple act ...
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AddictionJul 21, 2025
How to quit your smartphone addiction, guided by science
Quitting smartphone addiction is good for mental and physical health. But how do you do it? Here are some of the best science ...
Legal & RegulationsJul 21, 2025
Mental health and the law: Coping strategies
Mental health statistics show a deepening crisis in our workplaces, manifested in employment claims. Can existing laws keep up?
Interstate practiceJul 21, 2025
PSYPACT: Transforming Mental Health Practice Across State Lines
PSYPACT allows licensed psychologists to practice across state lines via telepsychology and temporary in-person services ...
Spinal-cord-stimulator evaluationJul 21, 2025
What is spinal cord stimulation? The truth about the back pain treatment
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it ...
Mental HealthJul 21, 2025
Evaluating the effectiveness of crisis support spaces in Queensland, Australia: a mixed-methods study
Background Safe Spaces offer a person-centred, non-clinical and welcoming place for adults experiencing a mental health crisis to seek support as an alternative to presenting to the Emergency Department (ED). The aim of…
Mental HealthJul 21, 2025
Undiagnosed depressive and anxiety disorders in a nationally representative sample of Bangladeshi and Nepali women: prevalence and associated factors
Background Undiagnosed depressive and anxiety disorders may be widespread. The study aimed to assess the prevalence and associated factors of undiagnosed depressive and/or anxiety disorders (DAD) among women in two…
Spinal-cord-stimulator evaluationJul 20, 2025
Is It Safe To Have Spinal Cord Stimulation? Here's What You Need To Know
Spinal cord stimulators are mainly used to treat chronic back pain, especially when other less invasive treatments have not worked.
Child PsychologyJul 20, 2025
I've studied over 200 kids—if you teach your child 'just one skill' in life, make it this: 'It's non-negotiable' for me
As parents, we spend so much time helping our kids succeed on the outside — teaching them words, setting routines, and ...
PersonalityJul 19, 2025
Psychological Test: Choose a dress and discover your hidden emotions and personality traits
Marina Winberg shared a psychological test on social media involving dress color preferences linked to personality traits.
Cognitive PsychologyJul 19, 2025
Doctors used music instead of medication—what they saw in dementia patients was remarkable
A groundbreaking pilot in NHS dementia wards is using live music therapy—called MELODIC—to ease patient distress without relying on drugs. Developed by researchers and clinicians with input from patients and families…
AddictionJul 19, 2025
Doctors Say Ozempic Is Wildly Effective at Helping Addicts Beat Cravings
Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy already had a lengthening laundry list of physical health benefits, but now they’re increasingly ...
Consulting careersJul 18, 2025
Higgins Behavioral Health and Consulting
As a parent myself, I understand how vital the parent-child relationship is. I am passionate about helping families navigate ...
Diversity & CultureJul 18, 2025
What is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month?
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, focusing on the unique mental health challenges ...
College counselingJul 18, 2025
Behavioral Health Network
Huntsman Mental Health Institute Behavioral Health Network serves as the designated mental health benefit provider for all ...
ResearchJul 18, 2025
New law could fuel psychedelic drug research at UT Austin
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas veterans and researchers are hopeful after the state recently became the first in the nation to pledge ...
Diversity & CultureJul 18, 2025
LGBTQ+ mental health hotline shuts down
WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – The LGBTQ+ section of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline shut down Thursday following a directive from ...
ProfessionJul 18, 2025
Psychologists introduce third path to 'good life'—one full of curiosity and challenge
New research suggests that psychological richness—a life of perspective-changing experiences—may matter just as much as ...
Legal & RegulationsJul 18, 2025
SC adds NHRC to PIL for law on mental health care
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday directed the National Human Right Commission to be made a party to the PIL for the ...
Mental HealthJul 18, 2025
The silent threat: How hearing loss and loneliness are fueling memory decline
A massive European study has uncovered a powerful connection between hearing loss, loneliness, and memory decline. Researchers at the University of Geneva found that older adults with hearing impairments who also feel…
Multiple sclerosisJul 18, 2025
Orchestrating Mental Health Advice Via Multiple AI-Based Personas Diagnosing Human Psychological Disorders
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Lance B. Eliot is a world-renowned AI scientist and ...
Diversity & CultureJul 17, 2025
Addressing Racial Disparities in Minority Mental Health and Finding Support in 2025
Racial and ethnic minorities face significant disparities in mental health service utilization and quality of care, often due to ...
Mental HealthJul 17, 2025
CDC warns of Salmonella outbreak linked to frozen sprouted beans
11 people from 10 states sick with the same strain of Salmonella linked to frozen sprouted beans
Risk and safety assessmentJul 17, 2025
Psychological Safety: Take A Risk With No Penalty Or Punishment
As mentioned previously in this column, we are most effective when we talk so other people will listen and when we listen so ...
Personality and Social PsychologyJul 17, 2025
Psychologist Carly Dober explains Histrionic Personality Disorder
What many don’t realise is that Histrionic Personality Disorder (HPD) is a legitimate and complex mental health condition, not ...
Diversity & CultureJul 17, 2025
988 Crisis Line LGBTQ Services Have Ended. Here's What That Means for Queer Youth
As of July 17, the LGBTQ-specific branch of 988, the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, has been shut down as part of a ...
Mental HealthJul 17, 2025
Tai chi, yoga, and jogging rival pills for beating insomnia
Yoga, Tai Chi, walking, and jogging may be some of the best natural remedies for improving sleep and tackling insomnia, according to a large analysis comparing various treatments. While cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)…
ProfessionJul 17, 2025
New Statewide Initiative Further Combats Critical Shortages in Behavioral Health Workforce
New Awareness Campaign is Part of Ohio's Broader Effort to Recruit and Retain More Professionals into Growing Field. "If you are ...
Family & RelationshipsJul 17, 2025
It’s not that you look—it’s when: The hidden power of eye contact
A groundbreaking study from Flinders University reveals that it's not just making eye contact that matters, but precisely when and how you do it. By studying interactions between humans and virtual partners, researchers…
Diversity & CultureJul 17, 2025
California steps in to fund LGBTQ+ youth mental health hotline after federal cuts
SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — California will fund a crucial mental health hotline for LGBTQ+ youth after the federal government announced ...