Understanding Growth and Maturity in Developmental Psychology Developmental psychology explores how we evolve from infancy to adulthood, with growth and maturity as key concepts shaping our physical, mental, and social selves. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how understanding these processes reduces anxiety about change and fosters resilience. Let’s delve into … Read more
Captive Penis Syndrome: Myth or Reality? What to Know and Do Captive penis syndrome, a rare sexual mishap, can cause distress during intercourse. Dr. Callet describes it as an involuntary vaginal contraction trapping the penis, per web:5. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how understanding such events reduces anxiety and promotes … Read more
How Perfectionism Harms Your Sleep and How to Fix It, Per Research Striving for perfect sleep, like “I need eight hours tonight,” can backfire. Australian researchers in Behavioral Sleep Medicine link perfectionism to poor sleep quality. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how letting go of rigid expectations reduces anxiety and … Read more
How to Keep Your Brain Young Without Sudoku, Per Neuroscience Your brain doesn’t retire, says neurobiologist Pablo Barrecheguren in La Vanguardia. Forget sudoku—complex learning, sleep, social life, and exercise are key to preventing cognitive decline. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen these habits reduce anxiety and boost brain health. Let’s explore … Read more
What a Beard Reveals About a Man’s Personality, Per Psychology Beards are more than a fashion statement—92% of men sported one in 2018, per I Am Interested. A study by Silesia University in Poland and Padua University in Italy reveals beards signal personality traits like stability and family orientation. As a psychology professor with decades … 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
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