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In addition to being annoying, being told to be happy all the time actually backfires. As a society, we have become increasingly intolerant of...

Few relish the thought of getting older. What is there to look forward to? Everything we hear about it is accompanied by the word...

Do you feel exhausted after the weekend? The allure of pleasant, in the moment, and easy activities is powerful. After a long week, it’s...

Since Tuesday, I have heard from patients, friends, and co-workers who are having a difficult time processing the outcome of the election. While I...

“Are you really a psychiatrist? Well then, can I ask you a question?” I often find myself in a situation like this in which...

In the heat of the moment, one of the worst things to do is what people normally do--immerse themselves in their emotions and focus...