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In the decades following World War II, psychology as a science made notable strides in diagnosing and treating pathologies. While the contribution of psychological research on mental illness and ...

A new international expert consensus study has identified the six pillars of positive mental health, revealing that true well-being goes beyond happiness. Learn how purpose, self-acceptance, ...

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In the 2001 film "Tortilla Soup," an argument between three sisters culminates in one smashing a plate on the kitchen floor. The abrupt, surprising action is an example of what psychology scholars ...

Sharing happy moments with a partner may be good for older people’s health, lowering the level of the stress hormone cortisol in their bodies, according to research published by the American ...

Researchers at the RIKEN Center for Brain Science (CBS) have uncovered how perceptual memories linked to positive emotions, such as joy or happiness, are strengthened during sleep. The study, ...