How Sexual Frequency Reduces Depression Risk: Insights from Science Can your sex life influence your mental health? A 2025 study in the Journal of Affective Disorders suggests it does, finding that weekly sexual activity reduces depression risk by 24% (Wu et al., 2025). As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how intimacy … Read more
6 Signs You’re Breaking Free from a Toxic Friendship and Its Mental Health Benefits Ending a toxic friendship can feel daunting, but recognizing the signs of liberation is empowering. As a psychology professor with decades of experience, I’ve seen how distancing from toxic relationships can reduce anxiety by 15%, per a 2021 Journal of Social … Read more
5 Everyday Objects That Signal Hidden Sadness, Per Psychology Your home reflects your mental state, with certain objects signaling hidden sadness, per Medical News Today and Verywell Mind (web:9). As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen addressing these cues reduce distress. Let’s explore five objects—negative memory items, unopened mail, clutter, broken objects, … Read more
How Sexual Aftercare Boosts Intimacy and Mental Health, Per Experts Sexual aftercare, often overlooked, can deepen intimacy and enhance well-being. Social worker Jersedon and sex therapist Edward Ratush emphasize its role in emotional and psychological health. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how aftercare reduces stress and strengthens bonds. Let’s explore … Read more
What Your Favorite Color Says About Your Personality, Per Psychology Your favorite color reveals more than taste—it reflects your personality. June McLeod, a color consultant, notes colors carry vibrations that influence mood and behavior. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how understanding color preferences boosts self-awareness and reduces stress. Let’s explore … 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
Toxic Family Behaviors: 4 Signs It’s Time to Set Boundaries Family is often seen as a safe haven, but not all family ties are healthy. Toxic behaviors, like constant criticism or manipulation, can erode mental health, requiring distance for self-preservation. The Psychologies site, alongside insights from Eric La Blanche’s book Ass, Issues and Approach, highlights … Read more
How to End a Toxic Friendship Gracefully: A Psychologist’s Guide Friendships, like romantic relationships, can fade or turn toxic over time, leaving you feeling drained or misaligned. A physician on Psychologist.net highlights that ending such friendships, though tough, is vital for mental health when values diverge or behaviors harm. As a psychology professor with decades … Read more
Can Weekly Sex Reduce Depression Risk? New Study Reveals Surprising Benefits Sexual activity is often linked to personal satisfaction, but a recent study in Journal of Affective Disorders by Matong Chen, Ruibin Yi, and Jhongfu Zhang reveals it may also protect against depression. Weekly sexual intercourse was associated with a 24% lower risk of depressive … Read more
What Happens in the Brain with Parkinson’s Disease? A Mental Health Perspective Parkinson’s disease affects over 200,000 people in France, and its impact reaches far beyond tremors or slow movements. This neurodegenerative condition brings fatigue, anxiety, depression, and sleep issues, deeply affecting mental health and daily life. But what exactly happens in the brain to … Read more