Let Them Eat Fruit: A Fast Track to Happiness
Listen to your mother! Eating fruits and vegetables isn’t just good for your physical health, it's good for your mental health, too. There is...
The Paradox of Horror: Why We Love To Be Afraid
Why do some people love to be afraid? Psychologists tell us we are pleasure-seeking and pain-avoiding creatures and yet many are drawn to scary...
Q & A With Dr. Boardman: How To Mend A Broken Heart
Q: A recent breakup has left me struggling to move on. How do I get to a stronger place besides waiting it out?
Breakups are...
The Power of Inspiration
Can a role model really make a difference? Absolutely. Having someone to look up to who models positive behavior builds resilience. Studies show that adolescents with...
Q+A | Whenever I’m in a bad mood, people always tell me to let...
Question:
When I'm in a bad mood, people always tell me I have to let it go. How do I do that?
Answer:
Elsa in the film...
Just Do It: A Counterintuitive Approach to Feeling Good
As a psychiatrist I spent years trying to change how people think. I thought if I could help them become more open-minded, less judgmental...