I’ve Spent 15 Years Struggling to Get a Good Night's Sleep—Could Aura Help Me?

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow I Signed UpHow I Used the Aura AppPros and ConsFinal Thoughts Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How I Signed Up How I Used the Aura App Pros and Cons Final Thoughts I haven’t been a good sleeper for a long time. I often lay awake worrying about what happened that day or what might happen tomorrow. Then, even after I’ve finally fallen asleep, I’ll suddenly wake up and be unable to get back to sleep because my thoughts start racing....

January 17, 2025 · 11 min · 2163 words · Lindsay Mason

Jean Piaget Biography (1896-1980)

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOverviewEarly LifeCareer and TheoriesContributionsInfluence on PsychologyJean Piaget QuotesFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Overview Early Life Career and Theories Contributions Influence on Psychology Jean Piaget Quotes Frequently Asked Questions Close Jean Piagetwas a Swiss psychologist and genetic epistemologist. You may have heard of Jean Piaget’s theory of cognitive development, for which he is famous. This theory looks athow children develop intellectuallythroughout the course of childhood....

January 17, 2025 · 13 min · 2581 words · Brian Chan

Jet Lag and Your Mental Health

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPhysical Symptoms of Jet LagMental Health Effects of Jet LagCauses of Jet LagCoping With Jet LagPreventing Jet Lag Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Physical Symptoms of Jet Lag Mental Health Effects of Jet Lag Causes of Jet Lag Coping With Jet Lag Preventing Jet Lag Close Your body has a 24-hour internal cycle known as a circadian rhythm orbody clock, that tells you when it’s time to sleep and when it’s time to wake up....

January 17, 2025 · 5 min · 1054 words · Edward Arnold

Jewel Is Helping to Fill the Mental Health Treatment Gap

Close As a singer/songwriter, author, and actress, Jewel has been in our national consciousness for nearly 30 years. And while we may not have been aware of it, she has been thinking and talking about mental health throughout that time. As someone with a difficult upbringing who was thrust into the spotlight at a young age, self-care has long been a critical tool for the four-time Grammy-nominated artist.Now, she’s looking to help others as they navigate their mental health journeys....

January 17, 2025 · 12 min · 2457 words · Kristine Powell

Jobs for a Master's Degree in Psychology

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsJob OptionsWhat to Do With a Master’sSpecialtiesJob Outlook Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Job Options What to Do With a Master’s Specialties Job Outlook Close A master’s in psychology is a great option for some students, but that does not mean it is right for everyone. Before you decide if you should pursue a master’s degree, there are some factors you should consider....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1143 words · Lisa Kelly

Jobs for People With Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Close The best jobs for people withgeneralized anxiety disorder (GAD)are those that make the most use of your strengths. While living with GAD may mean that you have a tendency to worry and overanalyze, it may also mean that you are good at gathering information or investigating problems.Choose Your Career PathThe first step to finding the best job for you will, of course, involve some introspection. What types of jobs have you had in the past?...

January 17, 2025 · 13 min · 2768 words · Laurie Mercer

Jobs With a Bachelor’s in Psychology

Close Psychology is one of the most popular college majors.This is no surprise since thestudy of the human mind and behaviorfascinates many. And once you’ve earned a bachelor’s in psychology, numerous jobs are open to you—even some that seem to have nothing to do with this field.Yes, you may have more career options with apsychology master’s or doctorate. However, there are still many entry-level options for college graduates with a 4-year degree....

January 17, 2025 · 21 min · 4294 words · Christian Miller

Jobs With a Master's or Doctorate Degree in Psychology

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsJobs in Mental HealthJobs in EducationJobs in GovernmentJobs in Applied Psychology Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Jobs in Mental Health Jobs in Education Jobs in Government Jobs in Applied Psychology Close If you’re majoring in psychology then you’ve probably been advised to get a graduate degree. Why? For many jobs in psychology, having a master’s degree or doctorate in psychology is a requirement....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1520 words · Teresa Gill

Joining a Chat Room to Help With Depression

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIf You Are SuicidalDepression Chat RoomsBenefits and Risks Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents If You Are Suicidal Depression Chat Rooms Benefits and Risks Close Depression chat rooms can help if you arefeeling depressedand need to talk to someone who understands just what it is that you are going through. You can find a safe place to express yourself and get support from others who are also experiencing depression....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1299 words · Diana White

JoJo Is Radically Open—and Ready for More

If you weren’t paying attention, JoJo’s story might strike you as a cautionary tale of childhood stardom. A preternatural young talent. A sudden rise to early fame on the back of an iconic pop hit at age 13. Record label clashes. Substance use. Depression. But to speak to Joanna Levesque—better known to us for the last 17 years as JoJo—is to understand that this is a story of growth, of mental strength, and an openness that feels almost radical in a world where mental health issues are so often stigmatized or kept hidden....

January 17, 2025 · 13 min · 2606 words · Christina Snyder

Journaling to Cope With Anxiety

Close Journaling is a highly recommended stress-management tool. Journaling can help reduce anxiety, lessen feelings of distress, and increase well-being.It’s not just a simple technique; it’s an enjoyable one as well. There are manyways to journaland few limitations on who can benefit. You can begin journaling daily, weekly, or on an as-needed basis when stress gets to be too intense, and you can choose thejournaling methodthat works best for you....

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1912 words · Michelle Nguyen

Just Noticeable Difference (JND) in Psychology

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionImportanceHistoryMeasuringExamplesUses Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Importance History Measuring Examples Uses Close Sometimes the difference between two things is glaring, like with a red car and a blue sedan. Other times it is barely noticeable, such as whether a toothbrush has 2,500 or 10,000 bristles. The amount of difference required for us to recognize that two items aren’t the same is known as the just noticeable difference (JND)....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1533 words · Amy Castillo

Justice Sensitivity Is Plaguing Autistic & ADHD Individuals—Here's What to Know

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Does It Mean to Have Justice Sensitivity?What Causes Justice Sensitivity in Autistic People?What Causes Justice Sensitivity in ADHDers?Justice Sensitivity in AuDHDWhat Are the Benefits of Justice Sensitivity?What Are the Drawbacks of Justice Sensitivity?Caring for Yourself When You Have High Justice Sensitivity Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Does It Mean to Have Justice Sensitivity? What Causes Justice Sensitivity in Autistic People?...

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1569 words · Richard Odom

K-Hole and the Effects of Ketamine

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionSymptomsKetamine EffectsHow Does Ketamine Work?Why People Take KetamineKetamine AddictionSigns of OverdoseHow to Get Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Symptoms Ketamine Effects How Does Ketamine Work? Why People Take Ketamine Ketamine Addiction Signs of Overdose How to Get Help A “k-hole” is how it feels when you take a high enough dose ofketaminethat both your environmental awareness and bodily control become very impaired....

January 17, 2025 · 10 min · 1974 words · Kevin Jenkins

Karmic Relationships: Navigating Intense Connections for Spiritual Growth

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is a Karmic Relationship?Signs and CharacteristicsThe Role of KarmaNavigating and Learning Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is a Karmic Relationship? Signs and Characteristics The Role of Karma Navigating and Learning Close When you’re in a relationship with someone, it’s natural to want to grow in the relationship. However, if you’re in an emotionally volatile, passionate connection that seems to bring out your worst attributes—you may be in a karmic relationship....

January 17, 2025 · 12 min · 2522 words · Vincent Murphy