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3 days ago | 
psychologytoday.com | Sam Goldstein Ph.D |Lybi Ma
A child's wonder is boundless. They ask questions filled with awe: “Why is the moon so full tonight? It wasn't before." "Where do clouds come from?" "What are stars?" However, children's innate sense of discovery encounters unprecedented hurdles in an era where digital platforms precisely tailor content. Algorithms reinforce familiar patterns, promoting recommended videos and search results that reflect past behavior rather than introducing novel concepts.
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4 days ago | 
psychologytoday.com | Sam Goldstein Ph.D |Michelle Quirk
In a world where strong opinions dominate every conversation, from politics to pop culture, the ability to remain open-minded is more valuable than ever. Yet, this skill is becoming increasingly rare. With the rise of echo chambers, online polarization, and confirmation bias, maintaining an open perspective has become both a cognitive challenge and a social necessity. Why do we often close our minds?
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1 week ago | 
psychologytoday.com | Sam Goldstein Ph.D |Abigail Fagan
Strong adult connections form the foundation of youth resilience. Stress hardiness and adaptability can be actively taught and reinforced. Resilience develops from genuine experiences, not merely support. Young people encounter unprecedented challenges in an era marked by rapid change and increasing pressures. From economic instability to digital saturation and the decline of traditional community structures, the world they inherit is complex and unpredictable.
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1 week ago | 
psychologytoday.com | Sam Goldstein Ph.D |Lybi Ma
Psychotherapy can be transformative. It can help someone navigate grief, manage anxiety, build emotional intelligence, and foster self-awareness. However, somewhere along the way, our collective expectations of psychotherapy have swelled. Many now view it as a miracle cure, a fix-all for life’s problems. This misconception harms both treatment and those seeking it. The truth is, psychotherapy doesn’t solve everything—and that’s okay.
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1 week ago | 
psychologytoday.com | Sam Goldstein Ph.D |Jessica Schrader
Yesterday was Father’s Day in many countries—a time to celebrate dads and recognize their impact. But in a world shaped by smart devices, algorithm-driven parenting tips, and digital caretaking tools, it’s fair to ask: is fatherhood becoming outdated? The question isn’t about whether dads matter—it’s about how modern life, especially its tech-heavy pace, has changed what fatherhood looks like.
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1 week ago | 
psychologytoday.com | Sam Goldstein Ph.D |Jessica Schrader
Modern fatherhood must evolve through emotional engagement, not technological detachment. Presence without involvement is insufficient; fathers must be active and intentional. Support systems and policies enable deep fatherhood for every man. Yesterday was Father’s Day in many countries—a time to celebrate dads and recognize their impact. But in a world shaped by smart devices, algorithm-driven parenting tips, and digital caretaking tools, it’s fair to ask: Is fatherhood becoming outdated?
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1 week ago | 
psychologytoday.com | Sam Goldstein Ph.D |Jessica Schrader
It happened in an instant. A cyclist, weaving through traffic on a downtown street, suddenly veered sharply to the right. Tires screeched. A pedestrian screamed. The bike clipped the curb and crashed to the pavement, the rider skidding to a halt near a mailbox. People froze. A few rushed over. Within minutes, sirens wailed in the distance. Later, when the police interviewed witnesses, their accounts didn’t match up. “She just stepped right into the bike lane while texting,” one man said.
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1 week ago | 
psychologytoday.com | Sam Goldstein Ph.D |Hara Estroff Marano
Dunne, P. J., & Schubert, C. (2021). New mind-body interventions that balance human psychoneuroimmunology. Frontiers in Psychology, 12, 706584. Mitsea, E., Drigas, A., & Skianis, C. (2024). Artificial intelligence, immersive technologies, and neurotechnologies in breathing interventions for mental and emotional health: A systematic review. Electronics, 13(12), 2253. Petrocchi, N., & Cheli, S. (2019). The social brain and heart rate variability: Implications for psychotherapy.
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2 weeks ago | 
psychologytoday.com | Sam Goldstein Ph.D |Michelle Quirk
Mental health cannot be separated from cultural, social, and historical contexts. Across diverse societies, interpretations of psychological distress, its causes, and appropriate treatments vary widely.
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2 weeks ago | 
psychologytoday.com | Sam Goldstein Ph.D |Lybi Ma
Critical thinking determines the extent to which we can comprehend knowledge. Learning continues into adulthood, but changing thinking habits is more challenging. Early brain development shapes lifelong intellectual potential and limitations. The human brain is an extraordinary organ capable of lifelong learning, adaptation, and growth. However, learning isn’t just about storing facts or memorizing procedures.
