Racism is a psychological disease passed down from generation to generation, by society and its institutions. Like any contagious disease, you have to both personally heal from it, and also collectively, prevent and mitigate it. The post Racism is a Psychological Disease – Let’s Heal It appeared first on HealthyPsych.com.| HealthyPsych.com
While it may seem counterintuitive to focus on the positive in these times of stress and uncertainty, researchers who study positive psychology have found that cultivating positive emotions can be a powerful tool to help us through. The post What Positive Psychology Can Teach Us About Coping with Adversity appeared first on HealthyPsych.com.| HealthyPsych.com
Learn what narcissism is, why it’s theorized to develop, whether narcissism is actually increasing, and what people can do to become less narcissistic. The post What Is Narcissism? Separating Misconceptions From Reality appeared first on HealthyPsych.com.| HealthyPsych.com
If we don’t consciously choose what to pay attention to, the choice gets made for us, often leaving us depleted, dissatisfied, distracted and inefficient. Learn more about attention, intention and how to apply them for greater efficacy in living. The post Pay More Attention With Intention appeared first on HealthyPsych.com.| HealthyPsych.com
A brief overview of treatment options designed to heal addiction, drawing on the latest research. Includes professional, mutual and self-help strategies. [#sponsored] The post Healing Addiction: One Size Does Not Fit All appeared first on HealthyPsych.com.| HealthyPsych.com
Many child development experts are concerned about the lack of time and space for free-play. According to the American Journal of Play, children today are playing less and hurting more. This deficiency in independent play is correlated with a rise in mental health problems. The post Let Them Play! Why Undirected Play is Essential for our Children appeared first on HealthyPsych.com.| HealthyPsych.com
Mudita is a Sanskrit word that refers to the joy (rather than envy or resentment) we feel when others experience happiness and good fortune. The opposite of the German word Schadenfreude, this post explores ways to cultivate this positive state through mindfulness practice. The post Mudita: Delight in the Happiness and Success of Others appeared first on HealthyPsych.com.| HealthyPsych.com
Just as the literal North Star provides direction and helps us stay on course, so does our inner North Star. It’s the part of us that knows our purpose. The post Your Own North Star: Finding Life Purpose and Passion appeared first on HealthyPsych.com.| HealthyPsych.com
Positive, early habits are like “vaccinations” for the soul; they can help prevent or ameliorate a more serious mental health condition from developing. The post Self-Care for Kids: 8 Practical Ways to Promote your Child’s Mental Health on a Daily Basis appeared first on HealthyPsych.com.| HealthyPsych.com
What is authenticity? What does the research say about its relationship to well-being? How can we cultivate more of it? Learn more from social psychologist, Elizabeth Hopper, PhD.| HealthyPsych.com
Read thoughtful content from behavioral science experts, post in the forum, and connect with peers on our social network for progressive psychology.| HealthyPsych.com
According to psychologists, understanding and utilizing our character strengths and virtues is a key component of living a good life. Rather than feeding the tendency to notice what's wrong, we should spend ample time noticing (and applying) what's right!| HealthyPsych.com
Worried about our warming planet? You're not alone. Psychologists call this eco-anxiety and it's common. This post discusses ways to make climate anxiety more manageable, so that you can feel empowered to take action for the earth, instead of feeling hopeless or overwhelmed.| HealthyPsych.com
Learn what hope is, how it benefits us, and ways to increase our own levels of hope—as well as how we can foster hope in our broader communities.| HealthyPsych.com
Blog post discussing the value of maintaining role, relational and historical continuity during times of tremendous stress and uncertainty.| HealthyPsych.com
The climate change crisis highlights a profound, yet often underappreciated truth: the unequivocal interdependent nature of life. This blog post explores what interdependence means and how it's both a reality and aspiration.| HealthyPsych.com
Read about the latest science on empathy, altruism, and prosocial behavior—including research examining ways that empathy and prosociality can be increased.| HealthyPsych.com
Bouncing back when things get difficult: this article discusses what resilience is and ways to increase it not only in oneself, but also others.| HealthyPsych.com
