Misused psych terms: what do they actually mean?
Dr. Karen Lawson explains the meaning of psychology-related terms and diagnoses that people often dilute online or in everyday conversation.
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Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Give me a break: the benefit of sabbaticals
A sabbatical is an extended period of leave from work. While some believe it acts as a break from the career, it usually aims to
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How to support friends with different attachment styles
Whether it’s a romantic relationship or a friendship, we often are drawn to people with different attachment styles. These styles are based in attachment theory,
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How to handle failing friendships
Dr. Laurel Williams shares some tips on how to see the signs and then navigate through a friendship breakup.
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Friendship February: How to make friends
Making friends as an adult can be challenging. Dr. Karen Lawson has tips to overcome some common barriers, like lack of self-confidence
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Set realistic resolutions this year
Dr. Asim Shah gives advice on how to manage expectations and set realistic goals for New Years resolutions.
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Don’t let your kids get spooked by scary movies
“Exposure to scary movies – in an age-appropriate fashion in which the child has control – can be a healthy way for some kids to learn to navigate associated fears,” Storch said.
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Tips to help kids overcome Santa-phobia
Dr. Eric Storch has advice on how to help your child face their fears during a photo shoot with Santa Claus.
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Skip the stress this holiday season
Dr. Yasmine Omar shares ways to help defuse stressful travel and family situations that often come with the holidays.
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Expressing depression differs across cultures
“Culture will change the meaning of depression, so we won’t see the same kinds of symptoms in different cultures,” Dr. Asim Shah said.
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