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Mindfulness linked to acceptance and self-compassion in response to stressful experiences
A study recently published in the journal Emotion provides new insight into the relationship between…
New study suggests self-esteem plays a pivotal role in the psychological fallout caused by infidelity
New research published in the journal Personality and Individual Differences provides new insight into the…
New research shows why narcissism is a ‘mixed blessing’ when it comes to emotional dysregulation
A study published in the journal Personality and Individual Differences provides new insight into the…
Social media and television use — but not video games — predict depression and anxiety in teens
New research provides evidence that some forms of screen time are linked to an increase…
Brief cognitive behavioral therapy may reduce suicidal behaviors in US Army soldiers while decreasing costs
Using brief cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to reduce suicide attempts among at-risk soldiers would likely save…
Men’s economic dependency only stresses them out when they hold ‘traditional’ gender attitudes
New research provides evidence that gender ideology might play an important role in the relationship…
Prolonged sitting might not harm oxygen levels in the brain in young adults
Though prolonged sitting is associated with a variety of consequences, it may not impair the…
Psychological abuse by a male caregiver is a powerful predictor of hypersexuality in juvenile sex offenders
A study of incarcerated juvenile sex offenders suggests that psychological abuse in childhood may have…
A simple mindfulness exercise might help prevent drinking alcohol in response to stress
New research provides evidence that a brief breath counting exercise can reduce alcohol-seeking behavior. The…
Moderate physical activity linked to lower depression in depressed adult outpatients
New research that objectively monitored the movement of depressed patients provides evidence that moderate –…
New study provides insight into the sexual dysfunctions experienced by transgender individuals
Transgender individuals tend to report experiencing more sexual problems than the general population, according to…
Rocket attacks have a surprising effect on the relationship between self-criticism and depression in Israeli teens
New research indicates that exposure to rocket attacks launched from the Gaza Strip into Israel…
Being physically active might be associated with a greater ability to control negative emotions, study finds
New research provides some preliminary neurophysiological evidence that women who are physically active tend to…
Mindfulness meditation training shown to reduce mental distress and enhance coping abilities 4 years later
Teaching medical and psychology students to increase their awareness of habitual patterns of thought can…
Stigma from mental health professionals could itself be a source of psychological distress for sex workers
Experiences of stigma and discrimination can dissuade sex workers from seeking mental health services, according…