Hypnosis is not just a parlor trick or TV act − science shows it helps with anxiety, depression, pain, PTSD and sleep disorders
Hypnosis is safe and can work as both a stand-alone or a complementary treatment with other therapies.
David Acunzo, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Neurobehavioral Sciences, University of Virginia •
conversation
Dec. 10, 2024 • ~9 min
Dec. 10, 2024 • ~9 min
Election anxiety doesn’t need to win − here are 3 science-backed strategies from a clinical psychologist to rein in the stress
Given the polarized political climate in the US, it’s hard not to be affected by the election. But there are ways to make sure stress and uncertainty don’t send you on a downward spiral.
Shannon Sauer-Zavala, Associate Professor of Psychology & Licensed Clinical Psychologist, University of Kentucky •
conversation
Nov. 1, 2024 • ~7 min
Nov. 1, 2024 • ~7 min
Existential uncertainty: how it affects your mind – and what you can do about it
It’s not uncommon to feel anxiety, distress and unease about the future.
Dusana Dorjee, Associate professor in Psychology in Education, University of York
• conversation
Oct. 21, 2024 • ~8 min
Oct. 21, 2024 • ~8 min
People displaced by hurricanes face anxiety and a long road to recovery, US census surveys show − smarter, targeted policies could help
Disasters such as hurricanes Helene and Milton often hit low-income and other disadvantaged groups hardest. 2 policy experts suggest ways long-term aid could help.
Christian Weller, Professor of Public Policy and Public Affairs, UMass Boston •
conversation
Oct. 15, 2024 • ~8 min
Oct. 15, 2024 • ~8 min
Happiness class is helping clinically depressed school teachers become emotionally healthy − with a cheery assist from Aristotle
Teachers who took the course reported less depression and better sleep − and needed fewer sick days.
John Sommers-Flanagan, Clinical Psychologist and Professor of Counseling, University of Montana •
conversation
Oct. 11, 2024 • ~7 min
Oct. 11, 2024 • ~7 min
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