Climbing out of depression: the science behind boulder psychotherapy
It is time to rethink our approach to mental health treatment. As depression rates rise
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Reduce blue lights to sleep better during winter nights
Winter’s long nights and short days already challenge our sleep cycles. Add blue light from screens and artificial lighting into the mix, and your circadian rhythm can spiral into chaos. Here’s a quick dive into why blue light disrupts sleep more during winter and what you can do about it.
How our brains use stereotypes: A peek into the science of social communication
Stereotypes help us navigate social situations, but they can also mislead us. What happens when our assumptions clash with reality? Using a unique communication game, researchers reveal how feedback reshapes our behavior and how early experiences influence our ability to adapt.
Listen to your body: How interoception can shape emotions
Have you ever felt your heart racing before getting on stage, only to feel your
Mind over matter: The power of cognitive reserve
Aging and aging related disorders like Alzheimer’s are often associated with cognitive decline. But we can all help our brain to prepare for later years by building up our mental reserves across our lifetime.
About the road not taken
Robert Frost beautifully sets the context through his poem for this article, “Two roads diverged
A push in the right direction
Sometimes we need a little help to keep our good intentions. Fortunately, some tricks can help you make healthy choices more easily.
Donating makes you happier, but it also really makes a difference
Donating is not only a great thing to do for others, it can also increase your own happiness. This is not always the case though, here are the factors that make you more likely to feel happy from donating, and why this is actually a good thing.
The psychological paradox of luck
We tend to underestimate to what extend luck plays a role in our successes. Consequently, we are more motivated and tend to perform better in our endeavors. But might this common bias have a downside?
Fight against the couch potato in you
It’s no secret that people generally prefer tasks that are easy and require minimum effort over those that are more challenging. A recent study shows that you can overcome this laziness when there’s a chance for learning.