Why Talking to Yourself Boosts Mental Health, Per Psychology Ever caught yourself saying, “Breathe, it will go” or “You’re strong” aloud? According to psychologists Gary Lupyan and Anne Wilson Schaef, self-talk clarifies thoughts and relieves stress. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how this practice enhances emotional well-being. Let’s explore self-talk’s … Read more
How Breast Stimulation Boosts Pleasure and Happiness, Per Research Breast stimulation, or “bouqueting,” is gaining popularity for enhancing sexual pleasure and happiness. A Sheffield University study in The Journal of Sexual Medicine shows it boosts libido significantly. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how sexual exploration reduces stress and fosters intimacy. … Read more
How ‘Victimcould’ Manipulates Public Opinion in Trump’s Rhetoric Political rhetoric often sways voters, but Catherine Claire Higgins, in her European Journal of Cultural Studies article, reveals a manipulative strategy called “victimcould” used by Donald Trump to shape public opinion. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how such tactics fuel anxiety. Let’s … Read more
Why Constantly Talking About Yourself Signals Low Social Intelligence Constantly talking about yourself may seem harmless, but Spanish researchers and the World Health Organization (WHO) suggest it reveals a lack of social intelligence. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how improving social skills reduces anxiety and fosters connection. Let’s explore this … Read more
How Handwriting Boosts Memory and Mental Health, Per Neuroscience Worried about memory decline with age? A study from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) in Frontiers in Psychology shows handwriting significantly enhances memory. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how such habits reduce cognitive anxiety. Let’s explore handwriting’s benefits, … Read more
Why Forgetting May Signal Higher Intelligence, Not Alzheimer’s Forgetting keys or names often sparks Alzheimer’s fears, but Canadian neuroscientists Paul Frankland and Blake Richards suggest it may indicate higher intelligence. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how reframing forgetting reduces anxiety. Let’s explore this Neuron study, its mental health benefits, and … Read more
World’s Smartest Countries Ranked by IQ, Nobel Prizes, and More in 2025 Stereotypes about intelligence often link certain countries to academic rigor, like Japan or France. A Vouchercloud study and Datapandas 2025 IQ ranking challenge these ideas, ranking nations by Nobel prizes, average IQ, and school performance. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, … Read more
Master Repartee with This One Sentence for Any Situation Witty repartee can transform awkward or tense conversations, and communication coach Emmanuel Chila offers a simple sentence to master it: “What do you mean?” As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how effective communication reduces conflict stress. Let’s explore this technique, its mental … Read more
4-Step Program to Embrace Your Swimsuit Body with Confidence This Summer Summer brings sunshine but also stress about wearing a swimsuit. Psychiatrist and sophrologist Mitchell Freud’s 4-step program helps you embrace your body with confidence. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how body acceptance reduces anxiety. Let’s explore these steps, their … Read more
How Incarceration Impacts Mental Health and the Brain, Per Experts Imprisonment can profoundly affect mental health and brain function, but recovery is possible. A forthcoming report by Lebour and Cornelp, alongside insights from forensic psychologist Sally Tilt on the Life After Jail podcast, highlights prison’s toll and neuroplasticity’s hope. As a psychology professor with decades … Read more