5 Modern Threats to Romantic Relationships, Per a Psychologist Modern couples face unique challenges, from digital distractions to clashing values, that strain their bonds. Psychologist Albert Oduvol, in a Forbes interview and American Journal of Psychology study, identifies five key threats to romantic relationships in 2025. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve … Read more
How Nostalgia Transforms Memories Over Time, Per a New Study Nostalgia isn’t just a fading snapshot—it’s a dynamic emotional journey, per a University of Southampton study in Neuroscience News. Memories once filled with joy can shift to bittersweet regret or gratitude over time. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how nostalgia … Read more
How Much Cash Should You Carry? Experts Reveal the Ideal Amount In a world of digital payments, cash might seem outdated, but a Federal Reserve study shows most consumers still carry it, albeit using it less. Financial experts like Christopher Rand, in CNBC, stress its value as a backup during emergencies. As a psychology professor … Read more
7 Common Mistakes That Harm Your Memory, Per a Neurologist Memory decline isn’t inevitable, says Dr. Richard Restak, a neurologist at George Washington Hospital, in a New York Times interview. Avoiding seven common mistakes can protect cognitive health. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how proactive habits boost mental well-being. Let’s … Read more
Sleeping Over 9 Hours a Night May Harm Your Brain, Study Finds Sleeping in feels indulgent, but a University of Texas Health Science Center study warns that over nine hours of nightly sleep may accelerate cognitive decline. Researcher Sudha Seshadri links this to memory and logic issues, especially in those with depression. As a psychology … Read more
BDSM Practitioners Are Psychologically Healthy, Study of 1,884 Spanish Adults Finds BDSM—bondage, discipline, dominance, submission, sadism, and masochism—often carries a stigma of deviance or trauma. Yet, a study in the Journal of Homosexuality challenges this, showing BDSM practitioners may have healthier psychological profiles than non-practitioners. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen … Read more
This Garden Test Reveals Your Personality and Boosts Mental Health Your ideal garden—zen, vibrant, or social—says more about you than you might think. The What Is Your Ideal Garden? test links garden preferences to personality traits, reflecting deep needs and mental health. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how nature nurtures … Read more
15 Behaviors That Sabotage Your Self-Confidence, Per Experts Self-confidence is vital for mental health, yet we often undermine it without realizing. Neuroscientist Nawal Mustafa, in an Instagram post, and physician Tanya J. Peterson, in Medical Selection, highlight behaviors that erode confidence through neuroplasticity. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how these … Read more
How Your Personality Impacts Mental Health: Insights from a Study of 16,000 People Could your personality shape your mental health? A study in Psychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences, analyzing 16,000 Estonians, found that traits like neuroticism and low conscientiousness explain up to 25% of mental disorder risks, such as anxiety or depression. As a psychology professor … Read more
9 Subtle Signs of Emotional Abuse You Might Miss, Per Experts Emotional abuse often hides in plain sight, unlike physical violence. Dr. Stephanie Payne, in Medical Selection, and therapist Amber Long, via Instagram, highlight how subtle behaviors like criticism or gaslighting erode mental health. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how … Read more