Loneliness is a common experience during adolescence, a period characterized by significant emotional and social transitions. While many adolescents manage these feelings without adverse outcomes, … Read more
Mirror neurons are brain cells that activate both when we perform an action and when we observe someone else performing it.
First discovered in the early 1990s by Giacomo Rizzolatti and colleagues in macaque monkeys, these neurons were found in the premotor cortex, firing not only when the monkey grasped food but also when it watched a researcher do the same.
The researchers found that while most teens see smartphone use increase during early high school years before declining again, about 4% exhibit consistently high use over a four-year period—suggesting a more entrenched behavioral issue that may need targeted intervention.
Mental filtering (also called selective abstraction) is a common cognitive distortion where a person fixates on the negative parts of an experience while ignoring the positives.
The most important finding was that higher levels of camouflaging at the start of the study were linked to a small but statistically significant decrease in mental health difficulties over a two-year period.
Experiencing adverse events in childhood, such as abuse, neglect, or household dysfunction, has long been understood to influence a person’s emotional and psychological development. Many … Read more
The researchers found that jealousy tends to trigger a blend of positive and negative perceptions about one’s partner. This emotional mix—feeling both drawn to and suspicious of a partner—contributes to a state called “subjective ambivalence,” or the sense of being torn between opposing emotions.
Have you ever found yourself constantly worrying about your relationship, needing constant reassurance, or feeling intensely afraid your partner might leave? These feelings are common … Read more
Most parents and teachers know how challenging it can be to help a child with ADHD succeed in school. These students often find it tough … Read more
Millions of people worldwide suffer from emotional disorders like depression and anxiety, yet predicting who will respond well to treatments remains a persistent challenge. Now, … Read more