William James Biography and Impact on Psychology

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEarly LifeTimeline of EventsCareerTheoriesInfluence Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Early Life Timeline of Events Career Theories Influence Close William James was a psychologist and philosopher who had a significant influence on the development of psychology in the United States. Among his many accomplishments, he was the first to teach a psychology course in the U.S. and is often called the father of American psychology....

January 17, 2025 · 10 min · 1920 words · Tony Meyer

With Kids at Home, I Have Little Spare Time—So I Tried Online Therapy at Amwell

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAshley’s 2023 TestingOur Most Recent TestingOur Other Testers' Experiences with AmwellPros & ConsFinal Thoughts Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Ashley’s 2023 Testing Our Most Recent Testing Our Other Testers' Experiences with Amwell Pros & Cons Final Thoughts Our Online Therapy MethodologyCurious about the extensive work we did to research and evaluate online therapy companies? Take a look at ouronline therapy methodology....

January 17, 2025 · 24 min · 5082 words · Kevin Santana

With So Many Meditation Apps Out There, We've Narrowed Down Our 5 Favorites

Verywell Mind / Jhett Thompson These meditation and mindfulness apps are part of our 2023 Online Therapy + Wellness Awards, celebrating the best tried and tested mental health apps and services on the market.See Full List of Winners These meditation and mindfulness apps are part of our 2023 Online Therapy + Wellness Awards, celebrating the best tried and tested mental health apps and services on the market. See Full List of Winners...

January 17, 2025 · 5 min · 952 words · Kelly Cook

Word Salad: What It Is and Why It Happens

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIs Word Salad a Thought Disorder?Word Salad TypesExamplesSymptomsCausesTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Is Word Salad a Thought Disorder? Word Salad Types Examples Symptoms Causes Treatment Coping Close Word salad is a term used to describe a confused or meaningless mixture of words and phrases when speaking.Word salads can be found in various contexts but are especially common among people with certain mental health conditions or neurological disorders such asschizophreniaordementia....

January 17, 2025 · 5 min · 922 words · Stephanie Cohen

Worried You and Your Partner Are Sexually Incompatible? Watch Out for These Signs

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUnderstanding Sexual IncompatibilitySigns and Symptoms of Sexual IncompatibilityFactors Contributing to Sexual IncompatibilityCommunication and Relationship StrategiesOvercoming Sexual IncompatibilitySeeking Professional Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Understanding Sexual Incompatibility Signs and Symptoms of Sexual Incompatibility Factors Contributing to Sexual Incompatibility Communication and Relationship Strategies Overcoming Sexual Incompatibility Seeking Professional Help Close Sex isn’t the only thing that’s important in a relationship, but when it isn’t happening regularly or when you and your partner aren’t on the same wavelength about what turns the other person on, relationships can definitely get rocky....

January 17, 2025 · 10 min · 2118 words · Mr. Curtis Parker Jr.

Worry Time: The Benefits of Scheduling Time to Stress

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Can I Schedule Worry Time?Why Setting Aside Worry Time Can Be So HelpfulAre There Any Drawbacks to the Worry Time Technique? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Can I Schedule Worry Time? Why Setting Aside Worry Time Can Be So Helpful Are There Any Drawbacks to the Worry Time Technique? Close If you tend toworry about things constantly, you may find it difficult to stop despite your best efforts....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1207 words · Sara Goodwin

Writing Problems Common for Students With ADHD

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsADHD and Writing SkillsSignsCommon ChallengesHelpful Writing Strategies Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents ADHD and Writing Skills Signs Common Challenges Helpful Writing Strategies Close Children with ADHD are more likely to develop writing problems than children without ADHD, regardless of gender. Among both boys and girls with ADHD who also have a reading disability, however, girls have an even higher chance of developing a written language disorder, creating even morechallenges for girlsin the classroom....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1279 words · Robyn Dominguez

Xanthophobia (Fear of the Color Yellow): What You Need to Know

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Causes People to Fear Colors?Signs of XanthophobiaDoes Someone With Xanthophobia Fear the Sun?How to Treat Xanthophobia Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Causes People to Fear Colors? Signs of Xanthophobia Does Someone With Xanthophobia Fear the Sun? How to Treat Xanthophobia Xanthophobiais the fear of the color yellow. “Xanth” is a prefix derived from the Greek word for yellow, and phobias are persistent, extreme fears....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1237 words · Matthew Jones

Xenophobia: The Fear of Strangers

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSignsTypesExamplesCausesImpactFighting XenophobiaWhat Is the Opposite of Xenophobic?History Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs Types Examples Causes Impact Fighting Xenophobia What Is the Opposite of Xenophobic? History Xenophobia, or fear of strangers, is a broad term that may be applied to any fear of someone different from an individual. Hostility towards outsiders is often a reaction to fear.It typically involves the belief that there is a conflict between an individual’s ingroup and an outgroup....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1604 words · Eric Williams

Yes! Dark Chocolate Can *Actually* Lower Our Stress Levels—Here's Why

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDark Chocolate Takes the Gold Medal When It Comes to Reducing Stress—This Is WhyHow Do Other Types of Chocolate Compare?But, How Much Chocolate Can I Eat?Try a Chocolate Meditation (Yes, That’s a Thing) Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Dark Chocolate Takes the Gold Medal When It Comes to Reducing Stress—This Is Why How Do Other Types of Chocolate Compare? But, How Much Chocolate Can I Eat?...

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1543 words · Christopher Smith

Yes, "Positive Stereotypes" Are Still Harmful

Close When I graduated high school, I was voted “most likely to attain a PhD.” All my friends thought it was amazing to be recognized since it was very plausible. I was at the top of my class. I was thinking about pursuing one too; however, I felt conflicted. Why didn’t I want to be known as the smart one in the class? Why didn’t I want people to think I have the ambition to pursue such an accomplishment?...

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1538 words · Jason Anderson

Yes, Even Social Activists Need Rest Too

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsActivism Is Great for Social Change But Not So Great for Mental HealthIt’s Time for Activists to Embrace the #SoftLifeHow to Wind Down and Get Some Real Rest—and Release Stress Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Activism Is Great for Social Change But Not So Great for Mental Health It’s Time for Activists to Embrace the #SoftLife How to Wind Down and Get Some Real Rest—and Release Stress...

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1095 words · Mr. Michael Weaver

Yes, Our Sleeping Positions Can Actually Impact Our Well-Being

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Factors Impact Sleep Position?Pros and Cons of Your PositionWhich Sleeping Position Is Best?Next in Mind Over Mattress GuideCan a Better Night’s Sleep Boost Your Memory? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Factors Impact Sleep Position? Pros and Cons of Your Position Which Sleeping Position Is Best? Next in Mind Over Mattress Guide Close We all knowsleepis essential for our mental and physical well-being, so it’s important for people to get adequate rest....

January 17, 2025 · 10 min · 1968 words · Cathy Conway

Yes, Stress Really Can Make You Sick —Here's Why

Close From relationship issues,financial troubles, and school deadlines to work pressures, life is full of stressors. Stress doesn’t feel good, but when we never get a break from it, it can make us literally ill. Stress can also affect our sleep and worsen existing medical conditions. And then there are all the ways we try to cope with stress—with food, alcohol, or other unhealthy habits—that can make us more prone to sickness in the long term...

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1628 words · Christopher Contreras

Yes, You Can *Safely* Leave a Narcissist—Here's How

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow to End a Relationship With a NarcissistWhat Not to Say or Do When Leaving a NarcissistCan a Relationship With a Narcissist Be Saved?How to Spot the Signs in the Future Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How to End a Relationship With a Narcissist What Not to Say or Do When Leaving a Narcissist Can a Relationship With a Narcissist Be Saved?...

January 17, 2025 · 17 min · 3612 words · Danielle Allen