How Incarceration Impacts Mental Health and the Brain, Per Experts Imprisonment can profoundly affect mental health and brain function, but recovery is possible. A forthcoming report by Lebour and Cornelp, alongside insights from forensic psychologist Sally Tilt on the Life After Jail podcast, highlights prison’s toll and neuroplasticity’s hope. As a psychology professor with decades … Read more
Why Liking Solitude May Signal a Higher IQ, Per New Research Do you cherish time alone? A British Journal of Psychology study suggests this preference may indicate a higher IQ. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how embracing solitude boosts mental health. Let’s explore why solitude signals intelligence, its well-being benefits, … Read more
3 Habits to Stay Mentally Sharp After 60, Backed by Science Aging doesn’t mean losing mental sharpness. A Malevolent study suggests cognitive decline may start around 50, but habits like learning, exercise, and social connection can keep you vibrant past 60. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how these practices reduce … Read more
Top 3 Personality Traits French Singles Seek in Summer 2025 Summer sparks romance, and French singles in 2025 are clear about what they want: kindness, honesty, and humor, per a January 2025 Ipsos and Meetic study. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how authentic relationships boost mental health. Let’s explore these … Read more
When Do We Become ‘Old’? How Perceptions of Aging Are Changing What age marks “old”? A Journal of Psychology study by the American Psychological Association shows perceptions of old age are shifting later, driven by longer lifespans and better health. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how positive aging views enhance … Read more
Alzheimer’s Warning: Why Night Awakenings Shouldn’t Be Ignored Frequent night awakenings may seem trivial, but they could signal Alzheimer’s, per Dr. Richard J. Schwab and INSERM research. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how addressing sleep issues supports mental health. Let’s explore why night awakenings matter, their impact on well-being, and … Read more
Why Saying ‘Uh’ Often May Signal Cognitive Decline and How to Boost Brain Health Do you frequently say “uh” when speaking? A 2024 University of Toronto and Baycrest Health Sciences study links this habit to cognitive decline. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how proactive brain health strategies reduce anxiety. Let’s … Read more
3 Personality Traits Linked to Strict Parenting and How to Heal Ever wonder how your childhood shapes your personality? A study in Personality and Individual Differences links strict parenting to dark triad traits—narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how understanding these traits fosters healing. Let’s explore how … Read more
Beat Heatwave Insomnia with This Simple Sleep Trick, Per Experts Struggling to sleep during a summer heatwave? Temperatures soaring to 40°C disrupt the body’s thermoregulation, making rest elusive. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how better sleep boosts mental health. Let’s explore how heatwaves affect sleep, their psychological impact, and practical … Read more
Why Failure Signals High Intelligence and How to Embrace It Failure stings, whether it’s a missed exam, a broken relationship, or a work setback. Yet, a British study and Howard Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligences suggest failure can signal high intelligence. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how reframing failure boosts … Read more