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Meet the viral woman 'reparenting' herself

Psychology in the News - Tue, 04/28/2026 - 04:00
Reparenting involves speaking to the inner child, listening to its needs, and providing the caring guidance often missed in childhood.

A broad approach to suicide prevention helped a farmer in need

Psychology in the News - Tue, 04/28/2026 - 04:00
The goal of suicide prevention needs to expand beyond stopping people from dying to also giving them reasons to live.

25% of Gen Z women think they must choose between love and career

Psychology in the News - Mon, 04/27/2026 - 04:00
As Gen Z women enter adulthood and start their careers, many are considering what their future lives could look like.

FDA moves to fast-track review of psilocybin and methylone for mental health

Psychology in the News - Fri, 04/24/2026 - 04:00
Some psychedelic drugs, once considered fringe, are getting a step closer to possibly being approved for use as mental health treatments in the United States.

The FTC is ramping up to target transgender rights

Psychology in the News - Fri, 04/24/2026 - 04:00
A series of new hires and investigations at the agency appear to focus on penalizing gender-affirming care for minors—and those who speak in favor of it.

Does your teen give you the 'Gen Z stare'?

Psychology in the News - Thu, 04/23/2026 - 04:00
Even if it looks like attitude, this stare may just mean your teen feels misunderstood or overwhelmed.

To make hosting less stressful, strive for connection and not perfection

Psychology in the News - Sun, 04/19/2026 - 04:00
Without in-person social gatherings, adults can become increasingly lonely and isolated.

Psychology says the hardest year of retirement isn’t the first—it’s the third

Psychology in the News - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:00
It’s about more than just having the novelty wear off.

Becoming more secure in yourself and your relationships can help you live a happier, healthier life

Psychology in the News - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:00
Attachment theory lays out how emotionally safe or unsafe you feel in relationships, how sensitive you are to potential signals of unsafety, and how you handle those signals.

Retirement is not the problem. It's the decades that follow

Psychology in the News - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 04:00
Research found that the happiest seniors are those who have “recalibrated” their psychological portfolios rather than those with the most leisure time.

How to help kids form healthy relationships with money

Psychology in the News - Sat, 04/11/2026 - 04:00
Honest conversations can give those kids an early foundation of financial literacy that can serve them well later in life.

How to help boys deal with anger

Psychology in the News - Sat, 04/11/2026 - 04:00
Strategies for parents who want to help their sons cope with feelings of anger in a productive way.

Trump's immigration policy will end Medicare coverage for some lawfully present immigrants

Psychology in the News - Mon, 04/06/2026 - 04:00
An estimated 100,000 lawfully present immigrants will soon be cut out of Medicare.

Can a single therapy session make a difference?

Psychology in the News - Sun, 04/05/2026 - 04:00
The intention is not to completely solve a problem, but rather to help clients walk away with a toolbox of strategies on how to approach it.

Do you lean optimistic or pessimistic?

Psychology in the News - Fri, 03/27/2026 - 04:00
Take a quiz to see where you land on the spectrum, then learn ways to become more optimistic.

Why spring cleaning makes you happy

Psychology in the News - Tue, 03/24/2026 - 04:00
Cleaning releases feel-good chemicals like endorphins, which can increase energy and lift moods.

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy may help treat anxiety, depression

Psychology in the News - Mon, 03/23/2026 - 04:00
Experts say the drugs’ effects on dopamine signaling and brain inflammation could account for the benefits.

New autism group meets to counter MAHA's 'ideological agenda'

Psychology in the News - Thu, 03/19/2026 - 04:00
An independent panel of autism experts meets to challenge the Trump administration's views on autism spectrum disorder.

The gender gap in caregiver well-being is real. How to fix it

Psychology in the News - Wed, 03/18/2026 - 04:00
Women are expected to do more than men in the caregiving relationship, experts say.

Despite popular belief, many adults over 60 still desire intimacy

Psychology in the News - Sun, 03/15/2026 - 04:00
Recent findings could help dispel misconceptions about sex and aging, as well as encourage an open discussion about sexual health with older adults.
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