Mariana Bockarova Ph.D.

"Bad Blood" With Friends?: A Lesson From Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift is no exception to experiencing disloyalty from friends: Her public betrayal nearly ruined her reputation. Instead, she reframed the situation and moved on.

Taylor Swift is no exception to experiencing disloyalty from friends: Her public betrayal nearly ruined her reputation. Instead, she reframed the situation and moved on.

Friendship Betrayal: Emotional Impacts by People We Trust

Feeling betrayed, defined explicitly as "harmed by intentional actions of people we trust," can include several friendship behaviors. Here are some examples.

Feeling betrayed, defined explicitly as "harmed by intentional actions of people we trust," can include several friendship behaviors. Here are some examples.

The 50 Traits We Want in Our Friends

A survey asked participants to write down "traits that you would like your friends to have." Can you guess any of the 50 traits that were revealed?

A survey asked participants to write down "traits that you would like your friends to have." Can you guess any of the 50 traits that were revealed?

Who Is More Likely to Burn Out?

Burnout is emotionally, physically, and cognitively draining and it comes as a direct result of one’s occupation. Out of the two examples given, can you guess who is at risk?

Burnout is emotionally, physically, and cognitively draining and it comes as a direct result of one’s occupation. Out of the two examples given, can you guess who is at risk?

What Does Burnout Feel Like?

Burnout is an “occupational phenomenon” marked by two major factors. Here's an example of what it feels like.

Burnout is an “occupational phenomenon” marked by two major factors. Here's an example of what it feels like.

Local Perspectives: Digital Detoxing in Toronto

Can a digital detox make you happier? Research suggests it can. Writer Mala Rhambharose elaborates on her experience with no social media, phone, or internet.

Can a digital detox make you happier? Research suggests it can. Writer Mala Rhambharose elaborates on her experience with no social media, phone, or internet.