Why Are We Captivated by Bad News?
The relentless proliferation of negative news is not a mere byproduct of media competition but a structural and psychological phenomenon with far-reaching implications. Catastrophes, crises, and societal failures dominate headlines, feeding an innate cognitive bias toward threat detection. If this…
The Psychology of Addiction and Obesity: New Treatments
For decades, the medical and psychological communities have recognized the complex interplay between addiction and obesity. Both conditions share common neurological pathways, behavioral triggers, and significant psychological consequences. Emerging research like this review highlights the importance of targeting these shared…
Letting Go of the Chase and Reclaiming Your Self-Worth
It is challenging to know our worth—deep in our bones—and actually believe it. As children, we accepted our worth without question. We didn’t constantly wonder if we were enough. Yet, as we grew, we began to question that core belief…