30 May 2026
The Role of Pets in Improving Mental Health for Mood Disorder Sufferers
Have you ever noticed how a dog’s wagging tail can instantly elevate your mood? Or how a cat’s gentle purring seems to melt away the stress of a long day? For many people, pets are more than...
29 May 2026
The Connection Between Cognitive Dissonance and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Ever felt that uncomfortable tug-of-war in your mind when your actions didn’t quite match your beliefs or values? That unsettling feeling has a name— cognitive dissonance , and it`s not just...
28 May 2026
How to Choose the Right Psychological Assessment for Your Client
Ever stared at a list of psychological assessments and thought, “Where on earth do I start?” You`re not alone. Picking the perfect psychological tool for your client can feel like navigating a...
27 May 2026
The Role of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Treating Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety disorders affect millions of people worldwide, making everyday life feel like an uphill battle. The constant worry, racing thoughts, and overwhelming feelings of fear can be exhausting. But...
26 May 2026
Understanding Emotional Baggage and Its Impact on Relationships
Ever feel like your past experiences are sneaking into your current relationships like uninvited guests? You`re not alone. Emotional baggage is like that heavy suitcase you drag around—stuffed...
25 May 2026
Exploring the Relationship Between Childhood Abuse and Later Criminality
It’s heartbreaking to think about, but the things we experience as children—especially traumatic ones—don’t just disappear when we grow up. They stick with us, shaping the way we view the...
May 29, 2026 - 23:06
ECU Psychology Clinic moves to more accessible locationGREENVILLE, N.C. - East Carolina University marked a milestone this week as its Psychology Clinic celebrated 15 years of service while opening the doors to a new, more accessible location. The...
May 29, 2026 - 02:45
Psychology says men who try to control their wives or girlfriends aren’t ‘protective’, but their ‘toxic maThe psychology behind men who try to control their girlfriends or wives often reveals a complicated mix of insecurity, entitlement, emotional fear, unhealthy attachment patterns, and toxic ideas...
May 27, 2026 - 03:23
Joe Bond on Hope House, Psychology, and the Troubled Boys of 1980s KentuckyJoe Bond`s debut novel, Hope House, takes a hard look at what it means to ask for more than the world is willing to give. The story centers on a group of boys labeled as troubled in 1980s Kentucky....
May 25, 2026 - 17:30
Why Four in Ten People Now Turn Away from the News, a Psychologist ExplainsA growing number of people are deliberately avoiding the news, and a psychologist says it is not because they are lazy or uninformed. According to recent research, around 40 percent of individuals...
Burnout often masquerades as just being tired. Acknowledging its signs is like turning on the lights in a dark room-suddenly, clarity emerges. Time to act.
Author: Zariah Vasquez
May 30, 2026
Exciting developments in psychological assessments promise improved accuracy and accessibility, paving the way for a more personalized approach to mental health.
Author: Betsy McBride
May 29, 2026
Setting boundaries is essential for nurturing your mental well-being.
Author: Preston McEvoy
May 26, 2026
Welcome to Psycix, your friendly neighborhood psychology blog brought to you by Christine Carter, where we dive into the quirks of the human mind and unravel the mysteries of our behavior while sipping coffee and cracking a few jokes along the way. Join us as we explore topics like mental health, behavioral science, and emotional well-being in a down-to-earth way that feels like chatting with an old friend, because understanding psychology should be as enjoyable as it is enlightening. Get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe even have a few lightbulb moments about what really makes us tick.