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The Role of Gratitude in Wellbeing
Unlike earlier psychological work which focused on treating mental illness, positive psychology is a relatively new field that studies the making of a good life building upon the humanistic movement (recall Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs). It officially became a domain of psychology in 1998 when Martin Seligman deemed it the American Psychological Association’s annual theme.…
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Tackling the Test: A Guide to Dealing with Test Anxiety
Test Anxiety: What causes it and How to cope with it
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Memory Malfunctions: A Discussion of Research on False Memory
Your memory may not be as accurate as you think. Decades of research on false memory have revealed several instances when memories can be inaccurate or even fabricated.
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Is Happiness Feeling What’s “Right”?
Is happiness just about feeling good in the moment? Or is happiness also about feeling what’s “right”?
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Addressing the Portrayal of Mental Illness in Film and Television
With accessibility to film and television at an all-time high, this form of media reaches a very large audience. It is easy for us to get caught up in the plot of our favorite movie or TV show, without realizing the lasting effects that these films and shows have on the way we think and…
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Out with the Old, in with the Older
Three septuagenarians are running for president. Does age affect the ability to lead?
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Why Diversity in Children’s Media is So Important
The media industry holds great power over the socialization and self-concept of young people. Media can influence viewers in positive ways, but often become problematic when considering the underrepresentation or negative portrayal of certain identities such as gender, race, disability, and socioeconomic status.
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Cautions of Mediation
Wait, before you mediate! Make sure you don’t fall into this common trap of mediation analysis.
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The Benefits of Maintaining a Curious Mind in Older Age
Some measures of curiosity decline as we age, but maintained curiosity in older age is associated with better memory and well-being. This article discusses the benefits of staying curious as we get older.
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Collaborative Inhibition: The Surprising Effect of Recalling Information in Groups
It is often said that “Two heads are better than one,” but do memory researchers agree? This article discusses the surprising effect known as collaborative inhibition.