The surest way to stop spiraling through negativity, counterintuitively, isn't to resolve the issue that plagues you. Here's what's actually been proven to help. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

Research across 145 countries finds that happiness and well-being generally follow a U-shaped curve over a human adult life. So if you're hitting that midlife dip, know that you're not alone—and odds are, it will get better. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

For people with borderline personality disorder, rejection can feel especially painful. Understanding emotional sensitivity and learned expectations can help explain why. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

Do you sense that your partner is pulling away? These signs can help you decide whether to fight for the relationship or begin to move on. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

People who sabotage themselves stand in the way of their goals and progress. Such self-destructive behavior can come in different forms, including procrastination, perfectionism, and other actions. Take this test to assess your knowledge of self-sabotage. psychologytoday.com/us/quizz…

It's important for children to learn how to follow the rules and behave. At the same time, they also need to be able to speak up for their safety and values and for those around them—essential skills in adulthood. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

When we have fantastic sexual chemistry with a partner, it may make us want to stay with them. But new research finds that sexual satisfaction doesn’t always mean what we think it does. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

We tend to move from one demand to the next, carrying the heavy weight of our work and our responsibilities, often without enough time to restore our internal resources. It's time to change that. Start here. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

The first step to avoid working with a narcissist is to not hire one. New research on predictors of personality suggests that 3 simple job-interview questions could help quickly identify a narcissist. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

“We know, almost instinctively, that nature is good for us. What research is now revealing is just what exactly happens when we step into communion with it.” psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

Regret, guilt, and unresolved relationships can acquire new urgency in later life. The idea of biographical pain helps explain why—and what may bring relief. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

A new documentary, "Super Scam Me," shows how easy it is for anyone to fall for a romance scammer. Knowing their tactics can help keep you safe from manipulation. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

“Our elders knew, through generations of accumulated wisdom passed down from person to person, that what you put in your body changes how you feel, how you think, how you move through the world.” psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

Post-retirement can be a fulfilling and exciting new chapter in life—if a person prepares for it. Here’s how to make the most of those later years, writes @WendyPatrickPhD psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

We know exercise is good for us, but what does it actually change inside the body? A new study of 22 tissues in mice reveals molecular shifts far beyond muscle and offers clues about how movement shapes health. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

Micro-cheating involves actions or behaviors by your partner that make you question their emotional or physical commitment—and the consequences can be anything but small. Here are some ways to handle the situation if it’s happening to you. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

If your relationship feels stale or vaguely dissatisfying, it’s possible that you and your partner are taking each other for granted. Focusing on these 6 dimensions of friendship could help you recover that loving spark, writes @swhitbo psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

Habits will always be part of a well-functioning life, and that’s a good thing. But novelty is also important to boost our mental health. Here are some ways to add more of it every day. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

Have you ever felt lighter after a walk outside? There may be more to that feeling than you realize. Research suggests that time in nature doesn't just lower stress—it may also help us appreciate our bodies more and feel more satisfied with life. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…

Feel like therapy helps one problem, but another soon pops up? The real culprit could be overthinking in disguise. Learn how it shapes anxiety, depression, and feeling stuck—and what actually helps. Read more 👇️ psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…