Are You Afraid of Happiness? Understanding Cherophobia and How to Overcome It Happiness is a universal goal, yet for some, it sparks fear—a condition called cherophobia. Psychologist Claire Petin notes that the pressure to be happy can feel like failure, while Alexander Alvarado defines cherophobia as an irrational fear of happiness tied to expecting negative … Read more
Can AI Replace Your Therapist? The Benefits and Risks of AI in Mental Health Could you share your deepest struggles with a chatbot? AI tools like Woebot, developed by Stanford psychologists and studied in a 2019 JMIR Mental Health study, show promise in easing depression symptoms, but experts like Jean-Paul Santoro, Fréderic Tordo, and Olivier … Read more
Is Your Relationship Healthy or Toxic? Take This Research-Backed Quiz to Find Out Navigating relationship struggles can feel overwhelming, but a tool from University of Stockholm psychologists, called the Valentine’s Scale, offers clarity. Published in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and led by Professor Per Carlbring, this seven-question quiz assesses communication, trust, and conflict, helping you determine … Read more
Why Do Exes Return Seasonally? The Psychology Behind Rekindling Old Flames A text from an ex in December or early spring feels oddly familiar, doesn’t it? Couple therapist Évelyne Dillenseger, cited in HuffPost, suggests these “seasonal” outreaches, often tied to winter nostalgia or spring renewal, stem more from ego than love. Sociologist Christine Castelain-Meunier notes … Read more
The Common Mistake We Make With Mental Health and 5 Habits to Fix It Taking care of mental health is more accepted today, yet many of us wait until we’re on the brink of a breakdown to act, a mistake neuro-psychology doctoral student Naval Mustafa highlights on Instagram. Instead, she, along with physician KC Davis … Read more
How a ‘Love Canal’ Can Spice Up Your Relationship and Boost Mental Health Keeping the spark alive in a relationship takes effort, but couple therapist Florentine d’Aulnois-Wang offers a delightful solution: a “love canal.” This dedicated digital space for sweet messages, shared on her Instagram, rekindles connection, while Myriam Bidaud’s five communication tips, from active … Read more
Why Cozy Video Games Are Your New Mental Health Ally: 3 Key Benefits Looking for a fun way to boost your mental health? Forget intense workouts or meditation—psychologist Vanessa Kennedy, cited in Popsugar, champions “cozy” video games like Animal Crossing and House Flipper for their relaxing, stress-busting benefits. A 2021 Roots study found 20 minutes … Read more
Can a Couple Survive Infidelity? 3 Expert Tips to Heal and Rebuild Infidelity shakes relationships to their core, yet it doesn’t always spell the end. A 2022 Politique study reveals 42% of French people have been unfaithful, but experts Florentine d’Aulnois-Wang and Myriam Bidaud argue it’s not the “death of the couple.” By understanding its … Read more
3 Things You Should Never Say to a Stressed Person and How to Help Instead When someone shares their stress, responding with care can make all the difference. Mental health advisor Joan Frederick, psychiatrist Helen Agar, and clinical psychologist Roberta Ballad highlight three phrases to avoid—“please calm down,” “stop thinking too much,” and “this will … Read more
What’s Your Romantic Lover Type? Discover the 4 Styles and Their Mental Health Impact Love isn’t one-size-fits-all. A 2025 study in Personality and Individual Differences, conducted across 33 countries by Australian researchers, identifies four romantic lover types—sweet, moderate, acute, and libidinous—each blending emotional intensity, sexual desire, and commitment uniquely. Understanding your style, whether it’s the … Read more