Pay More Attention With Intention
Culture, Mind
healthypsych
October 1, 2019
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two women paying attention to each other, with intentionPhoto Credit: Buro Millennial-Pexels
If we don’t consciously choose what to pay attention to, the choice gets made for us, often leaving us depleted, dissatisfied, distracted and inefficient. Learn more about attention, intention and... Read More...
Healing Addiction: One Size Does Not Fit All
Body, Mind
healthypsych
September 3, 2019
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Young woman visiting therapist counselor, feeling depressed, unhappy and hopeless, needs treatment and rehab for addiction to drugs.

A brief overview of treatment options designed to heal addiction, drawing on the latest research. Includes professional, mutual and self-help strategies. [#sponsored]

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Why We Help Others: The Science of Empathy and Altruism (Positive Psychology Series #6)
Mind, Relationships
Elizabeth Hopper, PhD
April 8, 2019
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Dog smiling at owner listening to every word, showing empathyPhoto Credit: tvdflickr

Read about the latest science on empathy, altruism, and prosocial behavior—including research examining ways that empathy and prosociality can be increased.

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Mental Health Is Just as Important as Physical Health: Chiropractor’s Perspective
healthypsych
March 24, 2019
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Mental Health Is Just as Important as Physical Health: Chiropractor’s Perspective By Dr. Brent Wells, Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) In the healthcare industry, there’s always a debate about... Read More...
Your Own North Star: Finding Life Purpose and Passion
Meaning, Mind
Chiara Viscomi, M.A.
December 31, 2018
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Just as the literal North Star provides direction and helps us stay on course, so does our inner North Star. It’s the part of us that knows our purpose.

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Self-Care for Kids: 8 Practical Ways to Promote your Child’s Mental Health on a Daily Basis
Body, Mind
healthypsych
November 13, 2018
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2 children hugging outdoors during playtime. connection helps promote mental health.Photo Credit: Trinity Kubassek

Positive, early habits are like “vaccinations” for the soul; they can help prevent or ameliorate a more serious mental health condition from developing.

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Bouncing Back When Things Get Difficult: The Psychology of Resilience (Positive Psychology Series #5)
Mind
Elizabeth Hopper, PhD
October 9, 2018
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How much do you agree with the following statement? “Setbacks don’t discourage me. I don’t give up easily.” Psychologists who study resilience have found that some people are able to succeed... Read More...
Play to Your Strengths: The Science of Character Strengths (Positive Psychology Series #4)
Meaning, Mind
Elizabeth Hopper, PhD
May 15, 2018
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According to psychologists, understanding and utilizing our character strengths and virtues is a key component of living a good life. Rather than feeding the tendency to notice what’s wrong,... Read More...
The Study of Authenticity (Positive Psychology Series #3)
Mind, Relationships
Elizabeth Hopper, PhD
February 12, 2018
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People showing authenticity by jumping into air freelyPhoto Credit: Antoine Gady

What is authenticity? What does the research say about its relationship to well-being? How can we cultivate more of it? Learn more here from social psychologist, Elizabeth Hopper, PhD.

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Look on the Bright Side: The Science of Optimism (Positive Psychology Series #2)
Mind
Elizabeth Hopper, PhD
November 14, 2017
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Ticket stub with text Yes - a word for optimismPhoto Credit: Quinn Dombrowski

Most studies show that being optimistic is good for us: optimists have better mental health and may even live longer.

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