New research indicates that roughly 5 percent of adults over 50 experience major depression. The study also links casual cannabis use to higher odds of depression, highlighting a growing need for proa...

“I feel bad” is a first draft. Name what’s underneath it, and you might find a plan.

Turn that burning resentment into insight and motivation.

A new study explores the psychology of the dating profile bio. Researchers found that sharing a moderate amount of personal information strikes the perfect balance, signaling openness to commitment wi...

People who help sick, aging loved ones are at risk for physical illness themselves. There may be ways to improve their resilience

Irregular menstrual cycles and severe premenstrual symptoms correlate with elevated rates of depression and anxiety among adolescent girls.

After my husband died, I fell into a dark ruminative spiral. The way back would begin at 2pm tomorrow

Resentment can be a relationship killer, but couples can take steps to create goodwill and move past conflict.

Teenagers who exhibit narcissistic traits might gain a brief boost in social status, but that dominance does not translate into actually being liked. Researchers tracking adolescents found that early ...

If you’re tempted to ghost someone, try a “connected goodbye” instead.

Seeing a loved one lose significant weight or struggle with eating and exercise can be concerning. Approaching a conversation with respect and care can avoid the harms of speculation and silence.

When people feel disadvantaged compared to their peers, they are more likely to view relationships as mere transactions. A new psychology study reveals how this sense of relative deprivation causes in...

You can build resilience that will work with the changing rhythms in your life.

Researchers are learning more about the ways symptoms can emerge, disappear and evolve.

A new study shows that a healthy mood can spread through friend groups.

A clinical psychologist shares effective strategies to quickly de-escalate stress and anxiety. That includes dunking your head into a bowl of ice water to trigger your mammalian dive reflex.

The healthiest couples don’t choose between caring for themselves and caring for each other. They learn to do both.

New research suggests that chatbots still don’t measure up to humans when it comes to connection and well-being.

Social psychology research is breaking down the process of perspective-taking and revealing ways to help us get along better

Everyday acts of service can help rebuild American belonging and well-being.

Dogs are known to recognize and respond to human facial expressions, but a new study shows how deeply they understand our mood

The best wellness hack might be waiting right outside.

Skip "calm down." These phrases can defuse conflict without sacrificing your boundaries.

How we deal with our daily hassles can profoundly affect our health and relationships. Here’s how to do better.

New generations are transforming the grieving process by embracing sharing their experiences in more public ways like on social media.

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Researchers explored why some people can forgive themselves after a wrongdoing, while others remain stuck in perpetual guilt and shame.

Research suggests cannabis suppresses REM sleep, raising questions about memory, emotion and the purpose of dreams.

The New York Knicks' first championship in 53 years sparked jubilation, vandalism, and arrests. Psychology helps explain why.

Spend time in nature, protect yourself from heatstroke, and watch for summer depression.

Too often, parents and teachers try to force kids to apologize and forgive. But research suggests there’s a better way that will make a deeper, more lasting impact.

Psychologists have identified three specific types of liars in romantic relationships. The findings suggest that while insecure individuals often lie to maintain harmony, those with dark personality t...

Your instinct is probably to stop the tears. Here's what actually helps instead.

Confronting your unmet expectations can clarify what matters to you, strengthen your resilience, and spark creativity.

Watching sports of all kinds, both in-person and on a screen, can have positive impacts on well-being.

Managing your energy and balancing ambition with rest will help you succeed in the long run.

The technique, called affect labeling, can reduce the intensity of strong emotions.

In "How to Feel Loved," Sonja Lyubomirsky and Harry Reis reveal the differences between being in love and truly feeling love. The latter, they argue, is the key to happiness.

BPD is one of the most misunderstood mental-health conditions.

Analyzing 35 years of data, a new Psychological Bulletin study reveals perfectionism is accelerating among college students. Researchers suggest that slowing economic growth and rising inequality are ...