Christopher Laird

3 weeks ago | psychreg.org | Samantha Green |Tim Williamson |Christopher Laird |Clare Norman

1 Reading Time: 2 minutesWhen one partner struggles with addiction, both people in the relationship feel the impact. Substance use can create distance, damage trust, and lead to repeated arguments. Couples rehab gives partners a chance to start fresh – together. Capo by The Sea offers a program built for couples who want to recover side by side. Their drug rehab for couples supports both addiction recovery and relationship repair. Most centres split couples up during treatment.

3 weeks ago | psychreg.org | Samantha Green |Tim Williamson |Christopher Laird |Clare Norman

2 Reading Time: 2 minutesYoung people who display antisocial tendencies by the age of 15 are significantly more likely to develop substance use problems by the age of 17, according to new research from Sweden. In contrast, those who trust societal institutions are less likely to develop similar issues, highlighting the complex social roots of adolescent addiction. The findings were published in the journal Addictive Behaviors.

4 weeks ago | psychreg.org | Adam Mulligan |Samantha Green |Christopher Laird |Tim Williamson

3 Reading Time: 2 minutesA major meta-analysis has revealed a significant association between certain dark personality traits and depressive symptoms, offering new insight into the psychological factors that may influence mental health. The findings were published in the Journal of Research in Personality. The study, which reviewed 31 research articles involving more than 15,500 participants, examined the so-called “Dark Triad” of personality traits: psychopathy, Machiavellianism, and narcissism.

4 weeks ago | psychreg.org | Adam Mulligan |Samantha Green |Christopher Laird |Tim Williamson

2 Reading Time: 2 minutesA new study has uncovered deep concerns among police investigators in Norway who are tasked with handling child abuse cases, with many reporting chronic stress, a lack of resources, and inadequate mental health support. The research, conducted across six police districts, paints a stark picture of a workforce stretched to its limits. The findings were published in the Nordic Journal of Studies in Policing.

1 month ago | psychreg.org | Adam Mulligan |Samantha Green |Christopher Laird |Clare Norman

3 Reading Time: 2 minutesA new study from Norway has revealed the transformative potential of art-based vocational rehabilitation for young people grappling with social, mental health, and addiction challenges. Published in BMC Psychology, the research highlights how creative programmes, such as those involving music and media, can serve as a lifeline for individuals who feel disconnected from society.