Psychology Explained
Is it Better to be Trusted or Respected? The Answer May Surprise You
First impressions count, both in personal and professional relationships, but when it comes to those first impressions, what are people really looking for?
Recent Groundbreaking Research in Psychology
Psychology research is moving in new directions, from studying the connection between physical and emotional health to predicting mental health problems.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 101
One form of counseling that appears to be highly effective is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which is based on the idea that our thoughts cause our feelings and behaviors, not external things like people, situations or events.
What do Psychologists Really Do? A Guide for the Curious Student
A day in the life of a psychologist could involve sitting in an office in a private practice, working with numerous clients, or it could involve any number of other activities.
How Elite Skiers Train Their Cognitive Muscles
How sports psychology and intensive cognitive skill development helped six elite cross-country skiers improve their performance.
The Psychology of Releasing Anger
The idea that pent-up anger can explode into aggressive rage has gained widespread acceptance in American culture. It seems to make perfect sense. Except for the tiny little problem that it doesn’t actually work.
Seven Underappreciated Psychology Pioneers
Helen Thompson Woolley, Mary Calkins, Leta Hollingworth and four other influential minds in psychology research that you have never heard of.
Recent Trends in Treating Domestic Violence Offenders
Nine women every minute are victims of intimate partner violence. What is the best way to develop domestic abuse treatments?
Neuroscience Resource Guide
Find educational resources for psychology students studying or wanting to learn more about neuroscience, psychophysiology and psychopathology.
An Intro To Cutting-Edge Psychology Technology
You may not think psychology can be high-tech, but advances in psychology technology are improving the way we can monitor our emotional health.