Scientists threw a tea party for apes and discovered they can use their imagination and play pretend
Published on 05/02/2026 – 20:00 GMT+1 The ability to imagine has long been thought of as uniquely human…
4 ways to stop overthinking your social interactions, according to a clinical psychologist
If you find yourself overthinking social situations after they happen, you’re not alone. Also known as “post-event rumination,”…
Emphasizing strength improves confidence and goal pursuit in depression
People suffering from depression demonstrate strength in dealing with their illness on a daily basis, but this is…
Microdosing for Depression Appears to Work About as Well as Drinking Coffee
About a decade ago, many media outlets—including WIRED—zeroed in on a weird trend at the intersection of mental…
UH psychologist provides guidance to improve mental health of sexual violence victims
A psychologist at the University of Houston is providing guidance to improve the mental health of victims of sexual…
Not all children with autism benefit from early language therapy
A large-scale study reveals why some autistic children remain minimally verbal despite intensive early intervention, and what factors…
Night owls who don’t respond to SSRIs: circadian rhythm core to ‘atypical’ depression mystery
About 21% of patients with depression have an atypical form that is less likely to respond to common antidepressants,…
Here’s the secret to spending money with no regrets
Last Updated: Jan. 21, 2026 at 4:49 p.m. ETFirst Published: Jan. 21, 2026 at 8:05 a.m. ET Morgan Housel is…
The No. 1 ‘magic phrase’ that truly teaches kids emotional intelligence
When a child is upset, most parents reach for the same question instinctively: “What’s wrong?” It’s well-intentioned and…
Psychology of spending: How to create good spending habits and avoid keeping up with the Joneses – Mary Holm
I’m not saying that applies to every purchase. We can all look back on certain holidays or concerts…
A new book provides a toolkit to tackle anxiety. Can it really help?
Pilot John Peters (front) and navigator John Nichol became prisoners of war Trinity Mirror / Mirrorpix / Alamy…
Is a chatbot therapist better than nothing? — Harvard Gazette
Recent reports suggest we are experiencing a loneliness epidemic and mental health crisis. Suicide rates in the U.S.…