Psychology Today

Psychology Today is a bimonthly magazine based in the United States, established in 1967 by Dr. Nicolas Charney. Its goal is to bring psychology-related content to a wider audience. The magazine delves into human behavior and explores various subjects such as psychology, neuroscience, relationships, sexuality, parenting, health (including alternative medicine), work, and the psychological perspectives on current events.

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"We Said Porn Was OK-Then Everything Changed"

1 day ago | psychologytoday.com | Robert Weiss Ph.D |Hara Estroff Marano

A lot of people in relationships know their partner watches porn. Maybe they’re OK with it, or maybe they just tolerate it. Either way, it’s often seen as something private, something not really connected to the relationship. It might even feel harmless, just a habit or a way to relax. Even when both partners are genuinely OK with it, problems can still arise.
The Digital Reset That Kids (and Parents) Need Right Now

3 days ago | psychologytoday.com | Ariella Cook-Shonkoff

Despite the numerous studies pointing to how screen time negatively affects youth mental health, American children still spend an average of 7.5 hours a day on devices. One reason for this is that busy or stressed-out parents are eager to buy time for themselves to work, run errands, clean the home, and just vegetate at the end of a long day. But what if all of this screen time actually complicates parenting in the end?
THC and CBD Differentially Affect Psychosis

4 days ago | psychologytoday.com | Gary Wenk Ph.D

Cannabis use has been implicated in the development of psychosis. THC exacerbates schizophrenia symptoms, whereas CBD alleviates them. CBD, when co-administered with an antipsychotic to schizophrenics, reduced the positive symptoms. Schizophrenia is a chronic, severe, and debilitating mental health disorder that affects about 1 percent of adults globally.
Why We Catastrophize in Our Relationships, and How to Stop

4 days ago | psychologytoday.com | Nuala Walsh

Source: Pexels/Trinity KubassekYou text your partner. No reply. Suddenly, your mind spirals: "They must be furious," or "Something terrible has happened." You’re convinced you’re going to be ghosted, dumped, or worse. This anxious spiral that some experience is likely not just a personal quirk but a reflection of a growing trend in our society. In our modern world filled with doomscrolling, fake news, and cancel culture, we seem to more often expect bad news. Workplace errors become firings.
The Hidden Cost of Overlooking How People Work Differently

4 days ago | psychologytoday.com | Ed Thompson

If you’ve ever felt stuck trying to fix team tension, miscommunication, or disengagement—and none of the usual tools seem to help—this might be why. Most teams include people with very different work styles. Some people take in information quickly, while others need time. Some thrive with structure. Others need more flexibility. Some communicate by talking things out. Others reflect first, then share.
A Light in the World

6 days ago | psychologytoday.com | Todd Nelson

Accepting the Republican party nomination for President in August of 1988, George H.W. Bush said, “I hope to stand for a new harmony, a greater tolerance. We've come far, but I think we need a new harmony among the races in our country.
Notice My Breathing? Really?

1 week ago | psychologytoday.com | Holly Parker

A team of researchers studied whether a mindfulness app could benefit people on its own. After practicing mindful breathing, people noticed less negative thinking and greater mindfulness. Regardless of whether someone can receive psychological care, a mindfulness app is a useful tool. Picture it: You’re definitely not feeling your best. Maybe you’re fried and irritable, glum or on edge, and the thoughts in your head aren’t doing you any favors either.
Why Blame and Empowerment Rarely Go Together

1 week ago | psychologytoday.com | Steven Stosny

After suffering hurt, especially in love, we’re prone to confuse empowerment to heal emotional injuries with blame for causing them or for "letting them happen."Confusing blame with empowerment is understandable. People who were hurt emotionally were unfairly blamed by others in our shaming culture. They were certainly blamed by whoever hurt them. No one is to blame for being hurt. But everyone who has been hurt must empower themselves to heal and prevent future hurt.
Are You Hypervigilant?

1 week ago | psychologytoday.com | Tchiki Davis

Source: Taylor Deas-Melesh / UnsplashCowritten by Nathalie Boutros and Tchiki Davis. Being attentive to your surroundings and aware of your environment is a good thing—knowing what’s around you keeps you safe. Being alert as you walk home after dark may help you avoid danger. Being wary of undercooked or unhygienic food may keep you from getting sick. Being mindful of rattlesnakes along the trail may help you avoid snakebites. In all of these situations, being vigilant is adaptive and advantageous.
Are You Hypervigilant?

1 week ago | psychologytoday.com | Tchiki Davis

Source: Taylor Deas-Melesh / UnsplashCowritten by Nathalie Boutros and Tchiki DavisBeing attentive to your surroundings and aware of your environment is a good thing: Knowing what’s around you keeps you safe. Being alert as you walk home after dark may help you avoid danger. Being wary of undercooked or unhygienic food may keep you from getting sick. Being mindful of rattlesnakes along the trail may help you avoid snakebites. In all of these situations, being vigilant is adaptive and advantageous.