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Psychology Today Magazine
November 2012
Andrew Solomon on the power of suffering.
A quest for enlightenment ends in death.
Worries over environmental hazards could drive one insane.
Some paths to sobriety come with unexpected costs.
Losing it all doesn't have to mean losing hope.
Our crafty brains make sense of the world.
Music seems to be getting sadder. Are we?
When gender balances tip, everyone acts differently.
In shopping—as in life—it's not just what's inside that counts.
How parents name their kids.l
Bending reality as if it’s your job. Because you don’t have another job.
Ailing minds can benefit from bitter chocolate.
Herbs and spices are at the forefront of research.
In defense of smell: It's crucial to love, health, and survival.
Food can affect your behavior
Our ability to bounce back is impressive.
When is it okay to toot your own horn?
What makes us buy a lie?
The upside of workplace distractions.
Trying to dodge a threat?
Clues to your character can hide in your stride.