Psychology Today

The most common type of emotionally neglectful parent is also the hardest to identify. Even their kids may feel they had a “good” childhood, but still feel empty as adultshttps://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/childhood-emotional-neglect/202601/6-signs-of-the-invisible-type-of-emotionally-neglectful . This is why.

While our feelings are always important and meaningful, our immediate responses aren’t always in our best interests. Learning how to self-calm in the moment might spare us the unwanted consequences of reacting too quickly when provoked. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/in-it-…

When the time comes to say goodbye to a beloved pet, the emotional weight can be unbearable, but that grief may not receive social validation, making it even worse. Here's how we can help. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/all-do…

Seeing female actors like Claire Danes aging naturally on screen offers several psychological benefits to viewers—starting with these. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mirror…

"What makes panic overwhelming is what we imagine will happen. When we conquer our belief that panic is going to include something worse, we’re free to face the panic itself." psychologytoday.com/us/blog/think-…

What if we've mistaken visibility for personal growth? Abraham Maslow argued that a fulfilled life isn't measured by how much of yourself you share, but by your capacity to be fully present—even when no one is watching. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/beauti…

We know a lot about why married men have affairs, but why do some single women get involved with married men instead of pursuing other partners? This may explain it. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/in-the…

"Pornmaxxing," or performing pornographic scripts in pursuit of a partner's approval, appears to be on the rise among young couples. "Love Island" may be amplifying the phenomenon. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/consci…

Most people think of happiness as a feeling that flies away all too soon. But the choices you make and the structure of your life play a large role in whether you feel happy. Here's how it works. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/social…

It’s not just about the paycheck: studies across 35 years reveal that you do your best work when you feel capable, connected, and in control. See how these needs can turn your job into something meaningful. Read more here 👇 psychologytoday.com/us/blog/gettin…

Not every meaningful connection we make will last forever, and many may not be meant to, but the people who walk with us through a chapter of our lives can still have a lasting impact. Here's how. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-re…

How much emotion should you show at work? Is it ever okay to cry in the office? Psychological researchers have studied what people believe is appropriate, @swhitbo writes. Read it here. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulfil…

Before we try to quiet "food noise" with medication, we should ask what it actually is. It may be as much a product of our food environment and diet culture as an individual experience. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/diagno…

Committing to a relationship requires that someone actually be capable of making major life decisions. Research on relational indecisiveness highlights red flags of partners who just aren't there. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulfil…

A break between parents and adult children can disrupt the parents' connection to their grandchildren. Sensitivity to concerns like these 10 can help avoid that heartbreaking scenario. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/lifeti…

How well we sleep may matter more than we think, particularly for older women at a higher risk for Alzheimer’s disease, @ScottHayesPHD writes. Here's what you need to know. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/optimi…

The steadiest, calmest, most reliable people you know stay that way because they've developed habits and routines, like these five, that keep them on track and committed to their standards. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/in-pra…

Many adults with ADHD struggle with perfectionism, are driven by their emotions, and seek approval from others to their own detriment. This is why. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/rethin…

Persistent sadness, guilt, and low energy are widely recognized as symptoms of depression. But more than 30% of depressed men may not show any of these "traditional" signs. This is why. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/modern…

Healthy friendships are not perfect, but they involve reciprocity, consistency, and honesty. Here's how to tell when it's time to give up the chase and make space for connections that are more genuine and mutual. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-re…