Recent news articles relating to psychology, mental health, behavior, stress management and more.
Updated: 20 hours 36 sec ago
Mon, 10/13/2025 - 15:35
A new study suggests a link between social media use and poorer cognition in teens.
Fri, 10/10/2025 - 15:40
Feeding families has always been stressful—especially for women who shoulder most of the burden—and climate change is adding to the anxiety.
Thu, 10/09/2025 - 15:50
Research shows taking a month-long break from alcohol, even if it’s just temporary, has been associated with a wealth of physical and mental health benefits
Wed, 10/08/2025 - 15:45
Some communities are turning to “baby boxes” to prevent unsafe abandonments and offer desperate mothers another option.
Mon, 10/06/2025 - 15:53
What experts want you to know about this powerful tool.
Sat, 10/04/2025 - 01:39
Research has shown that even short-term interactions with therapy dogs have real benefits.
Tue, 09/30/2025 - 15:59
AI chatbots, marketed as "mental health companions," are drawing in people priced out of therapy, burned by bad experiences, or just curious.
Thu, 09/25/2025 - 16:02
Parents must work through their own feelings to raise emotionally healthy kids.
Tue, 09/23/2025 - 01:43
Professionals explain how trauma affects everyone and what to do when everything feels like a bit too much.
Sat, 09/20/2025 - 02:04
Proven strategies exist to protect brain function, reduce memory loss and even sharpen recall.
Fri, 09/19/2025 - 02:03
Tips on creating an environment that allows for mistakes, promotes positive team dynamics, and fosters respect and encouragement.
Wed, 09/17/2025 - 02:20
Experts discuss online radicalization on both sides of the political spectrum, meme culture and how algorithms amplify extreme rhetoric.
Mon, 09/15/2025 - 02:15
One organization has found an unconventional tool to combat those grim numbers: laughter.
Sat, 09/13/2025 - 02:17
The home of big tech could require warning labels for social media, similar to cigarette packs, under a bill heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Thu, 09/11/2025 - 02:12
Emerging research is showing the complex effect chatbots are having on learning, showing the need for good design and student awareness.
Wed, 09/10/2025 - 18:04
There are proven ways to increase the likelihood of more meaningful conversations.
Tue, 09/09/2025 - 18:07
Children are using common items available around the house, according to a new study.
Tue, 09/09/2025 - 18:06
Kennedy has drawn criticism for suggesting antidepressants, particularly those that are part of a family known as SSRIs are as addictive as heroin and can be dangerous.
Sat, 09/06/2025 - 18:08
Newly minted grandparents often go through a positive transition to being happier and more active.
Fri, 09/05/2025 - 18:09
Childhood trauma worsens marijuana's mental health effects, researchers find.