psychological health

Facebook can function as safety net for the bereaved, study finds

Neuroscientists have long noted that if certain brain cells are destroyed by, say, a stroke, new circuits may be laid in another location to compensate,…

by Thea Singer April 24, 2017

Why it pays off to be thankful around the holidays

Cultivating a sense of gratitude has been found to alleviate stress, says psychology professor David DeSteno. It could also save you some hard-earned money as…

by Jason Kornwitz December 20, 2016

3Qs: Life after the Olympics

Justine Siegal of Sport in Society says early preparation and a strong sense of self can help Olympic athletes lead successful lives long after their…

by Casey Bayer August 7, 2012

3Qs: Coping with cascading crises

Financial problems can arise in many forms, from the plunging economy to the aftermath of natural disasters. We asked Randy Colvin, an associate professor of…

by Matt Collette August 31, 2011

Facebook can function as safety net for the bereaved, study finds

Why it pays off to be thankful around the holidays

3Qs: Life after the Olympics

3Qs: Coping with cascading crises

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