Applied Positive Psychology: Practical Uses and Benefits
There is nothing more practical than a sound theory. That maxim is particularly true of positive psychology and its practical applications. Chris…
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Breakthrough Restores Breathing for Spinal Cord Injury Patients
Case Western Reserve researcher presents findings that could free patients from ventilators, even years after injury. Researchers at Case Western Reserve University…
Seahorse-Shaped Hippocampus May Aid Human Face Recognition
Summary: Researchers at Harvard report that social recognition is regulated by oxytocin-sensitive neurons within a specific region of the hippocampus. Source: Harvard.…
14 Essential ACT Books for Therapists and Clients
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT, pronounced “act”) is an evidence-based psychotherapy that integrates cognitive-behavioral principles, humanistic values, and mindfulness-based practices. ACT focuses…
Blood Test Detects Newborn Brain Injury Hours After Birth
Summary: Researchers have developed a blood test that analyzes gene activity to identify newborns who, after oxygen deprivation at birth, are at…
Low-Level Lead Exposure and Alcohol Use: New Study
Summary: Low-level lead exposure during development does not by itself cause alcohol use disorder, but it changes brain circuits so that if…
School Counselor Toolkit: Effective Techniques and Key Questions
School counselors are central to students’ wellbeing and to the smooth functioning of schools. Their work combines professional expertise in counseling theory,…
Brain-to-Brain Link Sends Touch and Movement Info Between Rats
Researchers have for the first time linked the brains of pairs of rats electronically, allowing the animals to communicate directly and solve…
5 Daily Self-Care Strategies for Therapists to Avoid Burnout
Working in mental health means regularly supporting people who are emotionally stressed or distressed, and that emotional labor can create a taxing…
Eating More Fish May Lower Parkinson’s Risk
Summary: Increasing fish consumption may reduce the risk of Parkinson’s disease and other neurodegenerative disorders, according to researchers. The study identifies the…
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