Brainstorm

Loneliness

How a Long-Distance Hiker Learned to Love Solitude and Boredom

Abigail Fagan on April 24, 2020

Appalachian Trail record holder Jennifer Pharr Davis explains how to grapple with social isolation.

Appalachian Trail record holder Jennifer Pharr Davis explains how to grapple with social isolation.

Health

Deportation and Detentions Linked to Worse Youth Mental Health

Abigail Fagan on April 1, 2020

The removal of a family member was associated with increased suicidal thoughts, alcohol use, and aggression.

The removal of a family member was associated with increased suicidal thoughts, alcohol use, and aggression.

Confidence

The Hot Hand: Does Success Lead to More Success?

Devon Frye on March 25, 2020

Sports reporter Ben Cohen searches for the existence of the “hot hand” in his new book on the science of streaks.

Sports reporter Ben Cohen searches for the existence of the “hot hand” in his new book on the science of streaks.

Psychopharmacology

A Portrait of Schizophrenia: Simon Pegg and Katharine O'Brien on "Lost Transmissions"

Matt Huston on March 13, 2020

The actor and filmmaker talk about the creation of the film, in which a woman struggles to protect a friend who is derailed by delusions.

The actor and filmmaker talk about the creation of the film, in which a woman struggles to protect a friend who is derailed by delusions.

Motivation

Perceptual Tricks to Help You Achieve Your Goals

Abigail Fagan on February 14, 2020

Psychologist Emily Balcetis reveals how to avoid the pitfalls that often prevent people from achieving success.

Psychologist Emily Balcetis reveals how to avoid the pitfalls that often prevent people from achieving success.

Forgiveness

Who Do We Decide to Forgive—and Why?

Devon Frye on December 13, 2019

These factors may make us more likely to treat someone leniently.

These factors may make us more likely to treat someone leniently.

Memory

Whose Transgressions Are Easiest to Remember?

Matt Huston on November 27, 2019

People recalled others’ offenses more readily than their own. The perceived intent behind the act was key.

People recalled others’ offenses more readily than their own. The perceived intent behind the act was key.

Imposter Syndrome

A Reality Check for Imposter Syndrome

Psychology Today Editorial Staff on November 21, 2019

A prime way to cope may be to lean on those outside of your competitive circle.

A prime way to cope may be to lean on those outside of your competitive circle.

Mating

Teens Who Don’t Date Can Still Have Strong Social Skills

Psychology Today Editorial Staff on October 22, 2019

Being single in adolescence need not be a source of concern.

Being single in adolescence need not be a source of concern.

Pregnancy

Pregnant Women Face Unique Challenges in the Opioid Crisis

Psychology Today Editorial Staff on September 23, 2019

Expectant moms with opioid use disorder may fear seeking much-needed treatment.

Expectant moms with opioid use disorder may fear seeking much-needed treatment.

Sex

What Does the Internet Teach Your Teen About Sex?

Psychology Today Editorial Staff on September 16, 2019

Parents and schools should help kids fact-check what they’re “learning” online.

Parents and schools should help kids fact-check what they’re “learning” online.

Therapy

How Strong Is the Evidence For Evidence-Based Therapies?

Matt Huston on August 19, 2019

Some approaches to psychotherapy have stacks of studies backing them up. But a recent analysis shows a need for more rigorous testing—as well as ongoing status checks in therapy.

Some approaches to psychotherapy have stacks of studies backing them up. But a recent analysis shows a need for more rigorous testing—as well as ongoing status checks in therapy.

Stress

Distinguishing Between Emotions May Help to Manage Them

Psychology Today Editorial Staff on August 6, 2019

People who use emotion differentiation skills may experience less distress when grappling with their feelings.

People who use emotion differentiation skills may experience less distress when grappling with their feelings.

Altruism

When It’s OK to Be a Little Selfish

Abigail Fagan on July 29, 2019

More satisfying decisions may emerge when one person takes the lead.

More satisfying decisions may emerge when one person takes the lead.

Leadership

What Kind of Network Predicts Success for Women MBA Grads?

Psychology Today Editorial Staff on June 11, 2019

Women graduates who scored high-paying jobs tended to have close circles of female colleagues.

Women graduates who scored high-paying jobs tended to have close circles of female colleagues.

Suicide

Gender Gap in Teen Suicide Is Narrowing, Study Finds

Devon Frye on June 5, 2019

The disproportionate increase in female suicide is alarming, researchers say, and highlights the need for new, tailored prevention strategies.

The disproportionate increase in female suicide is alarming, researchers say, and highlights the need for new, tailored prevention strategies.

Psychology

What Findings Do Skeptical Psychologists Still Believe In?

Matt Huston on May 31, 2019

From personality traits to confirmation bias: Seven scientists share what they consider solid insights about people and how we behave.

From personality traits to confirmation bias: Seven scientists share what they consider solid insights about people and how we behave.

Depression

More Americans Are Being Treated for Depression

Abigail Fagan on May 21, 2019

Key barriers to treatment remain, despite increased access to care.

Key barriers to treatment remain, despite increased access to care.

Fear

Why Are There No Approved Drugs for Anorexia?

Psychology Today Editorial Staff on May 14, 2019

Drug testing is difficult when the end goal is a patient’s biggest fear.

Drug testing is difficult when the end goal is a patient’s biggest fear.

Depression

For Those With One Disorder, What's the Risk of Another?

Psychology Today Editorial Staff on May 3, 2019

New research examines how having one mental disorder increases risk for a second.

New research examines how having one mental disorder increases risk for a second.