American Psychological Association
How psychologists help with anxiety disorders
An overview of anxiety disorders and how psychologists can help people understand and address them.
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resources
Useful ways to understand what is happening.
Resources should create clarity and choice—not overwhelm you with information or substitute for individualized care.
the library
Read, watch, and keep exploring.
A selected library of articles and talks DrB has recommended over time. Each item remains with its original publisher, so you can read or watch it in context.
Neuroscience News
Why Cannabis Can Suddenly Trigger Panic
A report on preclinical research examining how cannabinoids and stressful surroundings may contribute to acute anxiety responses.
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Depression and how psychotherapy and other treatments can help people recover
An accessible explanation of depression treatment and how psychotherapy may support recovery.
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11 healthy ways to handle life’s stressors
Practical, psychology-informed approaches for responding to everyday stress.
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Understanding psychotherapy and how it works
A general introduction to psychotherapy, what it involves, and how to think about getting started.
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Guide to navigating AI-generated advice thoughtfully and safely
APA guidance for evaluating AI-generated mental-health information with care and discernment.
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Exactly How to Find Joy Today—and Every Day
A practical reflection on noticing and cultivating moments of joy.
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Why we're obsessed with reading bad news—and how to break the doomscrolling habit
An accessible look at why distressing news can become a difficult habit to interrupt.
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The Nature and Treatment of Pandemic-Related Psychological Distress
A research-oriented overview of psychological distress and possible ways to respond.
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People with these types of jobs live longer—study
How autonomy, job demands, and cognitive resources can shape the relationship between work and health.
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Forced Social Isolation Causes Neural Craving Similar to Hunger
A research summary on social isolation, connection, and the brain’s reward systems.
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Our Nationwide Transition from Work to Home
A reflection on the psychological and practical transition to working from home.
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Looking on the Bright Side May Be Good for Your Health
What research suggests about optimism, health, and longevity.
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We Lost Our Son to Suicide. Here’s How We Survived.
A personal account of grief, survival, and finding a path forward after suicide loss.
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Do We Actually Grow From Adversity?
A research-informed question about resilience and what adversity can change.
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The Unexpected Joy of Repeat Experiences
Why familiar experiences can continue to bring meaning and pleasure.
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The Key to Raising Brilliant Kids? Play a Game
A look at play, learning, and the development of children’s thinking.
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4 Common but Harmful Myths About How Your Brain Works
A practical look at popular claims about the brain that do not hold up well under research.
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Can Smiling Really Make You Happier?
An accessible review of what the science says about smiling and mood.
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Optimists For The Win: Finding the Bright Side Might Help You Live Longer
A related look at optimism, positive expectations, and health over time.
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Psychology Today Essential Reads
A current collection of psychology and mental-health articles for general readers.
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Automatic Thought Record: a reflective guide.
A readable introduction to noticing a shift in emotion, thought, memory, or body sensation—and making room for a considered response. It is an educational guide, not a questionnaire or a substitute for care.
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