Psychology in the News
Recent news articles relating to psychology, mental health, behavior, stress management and more.
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Reasons women are emotionally stronger than they get credit for
Women continually demonstrate an innate ability to handle emotional challenges with grace and perseverance.
Why schizophrenia may be ‘the most devastating of mental illnesses’
Schizophrenia is a chronic brain disorder often marked by psychosis, delusions, hallucinations, lack of motivation, and disorganized thinking and speech,
Don't let a selfie be the end of you
The most common danger zones are heights — waterfalls, rooftops, bridges and cliffs that are especially tempting backdrops for dramatic selfies.
Americans are having less sex than ever
Married, single, young, old—a new study says Americans are in a sex recession.
The fear of funding cuts for patients who need mental health care
America's mental health care system is facing cuts with the recent passage of the Trump Administration's spending bill.
Back-to-school sadness can slam parents, too
A step-by-step guide helps parents on how to recognize, validate, and make use of sadness.
Support for low-income college students at risk as Trump seeks to pull funding
A White House budget proposal would eliminate support for college assistance programs.
Ways to sooth your nighttime anxiety
Experts share their favorite techniques to soothe nighttime anxiety.
Why teens are so stressed, according to an expert
Journalist offers important insight into why teens are so stressed and what we can be done about it.
Camp costs linger long after summer
For some parents, the financial burden of summer child care is just getting started.
Mental health clinics in violence-prone South Sudan are rare and endangered
Funding sources have been pulled and the program’s future is uncertain.
Why this mom doesn't let her kids cry alone
Mother watches her kids’ body language to decide whether they need cuddles or space.
Study says ChatGPT giving teens dangerous advice on drugs, alcohol and suicide
The chatbot typically provided warnings against risky activity but went on to deliver startlingly detailed and personalized dangerous advice.
The worst things to say to someone with anxiety—and what to say instead
Focus on being calm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental, and brainstorm ways to support.
The unexpected morning habit that could mess with your memory
It’s something 15% of Americans do regularly.
How different kinds of screen use affect adolescents' mental health
High and increasing screen usage patterns are linked to decreased mental health.
An FDA panel spread misinformation about SSRI use in pregnancy, alarming doctors
Doctors are criticizing a recent expert panel organized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration that questioned the safety of taking antidepressants during pregnancy.
Worried about Alzheimer’s? Start walking, according to a new study
Maintaining a consistent walking habit as you age can help prevent cognitive decline.
Parents share the ‘wildest’ red flags that made them ban playdates
Caution includes anything that breaks your family’s boundaries, presents safety issues or makes kids feel discomfort.
Meta launches new teen safety features
The measures arrive as social media companies face increased scrutiny over how their platform affects the mental health and well-being of younger users.