22 August 2026
The Impact of Social Comparison on Romantic Satisfaction
Relationships are tricky, aren`t they? One minute, everything feels picture-perfect, and the next, you find yourself scrolling through social media, comparing your relationship to someone else`s...
21 August 2026
Can Rehabilitation Work? A Forensic Psychologist’s Viewpoint
When we hear about criminals, our minds often jump straight to punishment. Lock them up, throw away the key, right? But what if people could change? What if rehabilitation actually worked? That’s...
20 August 2026
Emotional Freedom: How to Break Free from Self-Doubt
Let’s be real—self-doubt sucks. It’s that annoying little voice in your head whispering (or sometimes shouting), “Who do you think you are?” It creeps in just when you`re about to take a...
19 August 2026
Exploring the Link Between Sleep Deprivation and Depression
Sleep and mental health go hand in hand. If you`ve ever pulled an all-nighter or struggled with insomnia, you probably noticed how groggy, irritable, or even sad you felt the next day. But what if...
18 August 2026
How Childhood Trauma Can Manifest as Adult Mood Disorders
Let’s face it — childhood is supposed to be a time of laughter, learning, and love. But for many, it`s marred by experiences that no child should have to endure. We`re talking about trauma —...
17 August 2026
How to Manage Cognitive Dissonance in Everyday Life
Have you ever made a choice that didn’t sit quite right? Maybe you bought something expensive and immediately started justifying it to yourself. Or perhaps you’ve felt uneasy after supporting a...
August 22, 2026 - 04:22
Is Parenting Necessarily an Exercise in Exerting Power?The question of how much authority a parent should hold is as old as family life itself. For decades, the dominant advice has leaned toward gentle guidance, open dialogue, and treating children as...
August 21, 2026 - 00:16
The Cost of Growing Up with Unpredictable AffectionPsychologists have long observed that children who grow up in homes where love and warmth are inconsistent often carry a heavy, invisible burden into adulthood. It is not simply a matter of feeling...
August 20, 2026 - 03:16
A New Zealand journal deleted a paper for potential harm to Māori months after publishing itWhen Arna Mitchell submitted her article critiquing a proposal for different standards of practice for Māori and non-Māori clients in clinical psychology, she thought it would be too...
August 19, 2026 - 02:11
New book by a local psychologist combines memoir, neuroscience, psychology and spiritualityWilliams, a resident of Sebastopol for 20 years and a mother, acknowledges the skepticism her book`s title might provoke. She addresses this directly in the opening pages, noting that she was...
Embracing a routine can be a game changer. It brings a sense of stability and purpose to our days. Small, consistent actions can uplift your mood and lead to a brighter outlook. Start small and feel the difference!
Author: Elena Gibson
August 22, 2026
This article sheds light on a crucial but often overlooked topic. It`s fascinating how childhood experiences shape our adult lives in ways we might not recognize. Understanding these connections can be a powerful step toward healing. Thanks for sharing...
Author: Sofia McQuillan
August 21, 2026
Oh great, just what parents need-a guide on early mental health disorders in kids. Because who doesn`t want to add `child psychologist` to their resume? Just what we signed up for, right?
Author: Zadie McGuffin
August 20, 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.