Psychology Today

The concept of "microlooting" has been roundly condemned in recent media as vicious behavior. But does virtue ethics jump to this conclusion?

Discover the spiritual wisdom revealed at the end of life—Is Fearing Death the Greatest Lie of the Last 100 Years?

After hearing repeatedly that they are not paying attention, are lazy, or are not smart, teens can draw painful conclusions about themselves and identify with these labels.

The strongest connections sometimes emerge only when we realize that time is running out.

Personal Perspective: What physicians witnessed during the LA fires will change how you think about disaster preparedness.

Life's quiet seasons can leave us questioning ourselves. Understanding why uncertainty feels so personal may help us move through periods of transition with greater self-compassion.

If a mental health or psych diagnosis feels wrong, there may be a reason: 5 common autism misdiagnoses, why they happen, and how patients and families can tell the difference.

When a friendship feels uneven, it can be hard to know what's changed. Is your friend truly busy or are you carrying the connection alone?

When we count the destination as part of the vacation but exclude the journey, we miss out on an opportunity to extend our pleasure of a trip.

Often, we intend to forgive someone for a transgression to try to stay connected. Since forgiveness is largely emotional, it is often easier said than done. Evolution explains why.

I have been grappling for a long time with the social and personal perception of voluntary abortion, about how women process their decision to terminate their pregnancy.

Why do we sympathize with villains and admire antiheroes? Psychology, neuroscience, and Stoicism reveal how our heroes quietly shape who we become.

The word mindfulness is everywhere—but so are misunderstandings of it. Learning common misconceptions will help you make more use of mindfulness practices.

Personal Perspective: I'm making my first professional presentation and my fear of being judged by colleagues is pervading every pore.

Here’s why the most intelligent person you know falters with trivial tasks.

Male stubbornness is deeply ingrained but not beyond reach. With the right approach, men can become more open to prioritizing their mental and emotional well-being.

The same anti-trans law doesn't hurt the same way everywhere. Explore how culture shapes the psychological impact of institutional erasure

Laughter yoga is a practice that fosters a transition from feigned laughter to genuine laughter. When successful, it can help reduce the negative effects of stress in our lives.

Prioritizing building relationships can make a big difference for your team, reducing miscommunication and conflict.

Universities need to reprioritize humanities courses to help students become effective communicators, have better career performance, and improve their mental health.