How Heat Waves Impact Mental Health and What to Do About It Swelteringly unbearable heat doesn’t just affect your body—it can darken your mood. Studies from the University of Berkeley and JAMA Psychiatry link heat waves to increased depression, anxiety, and even violence. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how environmental … Read more
How Clutter Affects Your Mental Health and Why Cleaning Matters Does a messy home stress you out? Experts like Dr. Sheri Borger Carter, Cindy Glovinsky, and Dr. Gabby Trejo explain how clutter impacts mental health, potentially signaling deeper issues like depression. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how tidying can boost … Read more
Virtuous Attitudes to Avoid Changing Others and Boost Mental Health Frustrated by a loved one’s habits? Dr. Audrey Tang and Merlin Sutherland suggest that trying to change others often fails, but setting boundaries and changing yourself can transform relationships. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how these virtuous attitudes reduce stress. … Read more
How ADHD’s Hidden Costs Impact Your Wallet and Well-Being Living with ADHD can feel like paying an invisible “ADHD tax”—financial and emotional costs tied to inattention and impulsivity. This neurodevelopmental disorder, affecting focus, impulse control, and hyperactivity, impacts 5-7% of adults globally, per web:0. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how … Read more
Ideal Sleep Duration to Protect Memory and Mental Health, Per a Study Struggling to balance sleep for a sharp mind? A University of Texas Health Sciences study, reported in New Atlas, reveals that sleeping over nine hours nightly harms cognitive health, especially for those with depression. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve … Read more
How to Spot Narcissistic Manipulators and Protect Your Mental Health Feeling drained by someone’s self-centered behavior? Sociologist Mark Jolie and psychotherapist Isabel Nazare-Aga reveal how narcissistic manipulators thrive in modern society, impacting mental health. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how recognizing these traits fosters resilience. Let’s explore reliable signs of … Read more
What Your Clothes Say About Your Personality, Per Psychiatrists Your wardrobe tells a story—whether it’s a nostalgic sweater or a bold dress. Psychiatrists like François Vigouroux and Sarah Stern, alongside experts Karen Pine and Caroline Bali, reveal how clothes reflect personality and emotions. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how clothing … Read more
How Dream Interpretation Can Transform Your Life, Per a Psychoanalyst Ever woken up puzzled by a dream? Psychoanalyst Triston Moir, author of New Dictionary of Dreams and founder of the Ever School, sees dreams as messages from the unconscious, offering insights into personal growth. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how … Read more
5 Proven Strategies to Boost Your Workplace Well-Being in 2025 Feeling unfulfilled at work? A 2025 survey shows only 76% of workers are satisfied, down from 87% pre-COVID, per ActionPersonnel (March 13, 2025). Psychologist Nolwenn Anier highlights new expectations for meaning and social utility driving this shift. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, … Read more
Why Society Feels Chaotic and How It Fuels Authoritarianism, Per a Study Does it feel like society is spiraling? A study in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology explores “anomie”—a sense of eroded norms and leadership—linking it to political helplessness and authoritarian appeal. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how … Read more