Why do we ignore red flags and make excuses for people we like?
Ever wondered why seemingly kind, charming people can later be exposed for manipulative or harmful behaviour? Psychology has an answer
Mental Wellbeing
Why some people are happiest when everyone else is miserable
Psychologist Emma Kavanagh explains why some people use humour, conflict and social pressure to gain power
Does OCD start in childhood? Understanding where obsessions and compulsions come from
Here’s how to uncover where your OCD stems from – according to an educational psychologist.
Sophrology: the mind-body practice designed to regulate your nervous system and combat chronic stress
Struggling with stress? Try this daily method to soothe your nervous system
Not all screen time is created equal: How to tell healthy habits from harmful ones
Not every hour spent in front of a screen has the same impact. Psychotherapist Kamalyn Kaur explains why the quality of our screen time matters far more than the quantity — and how to recognise when technology is enriching our lives rather than draining them. For years, “screen time” has been treated as something to […]
Am I having a midlife crisis? Why it happens and how to reconnect with yourself
Flooded with feelings of resentment, frustration and an inner longing for something new? Here’s what’s really happening.
I tried to reinvent my life – here’s what finally beat my procrastination
How do you create a truly fresh start for yourself without doubt, cynicism and old habits kicking in? Anita Chaudhuri investigates how to beat your bad habits and welcome fresh, new beginnings with open arms…
As the pollen count soars along with the temperatures, and hay fever sky rockets, we ask: can allergies cause panic attacks?
With the pollen count rapidly increasing, is your anxiety on the rise too? We take a closer look at how hay fever affects your mental health…
Where did our focus go? Rethinking work in a world primed to make us procrastinate
Learn how to focus and make your work more meaningful with this expert advice…
Scientists may have found a brain chemical that helps us break bad habits
If you’ve ever wondered why some habits seem so hard to shake, new research suggests the answer may have less to do with willpower than we think. Scientists say a key brain chemical could play an important role in helping us let go of old behaviours and embrace new ones. Whether you’ve promised yourself you’ll […]
