Artificial intelligence could be the best thing — or the very worst — for those who are lonely. And while chatbots and other AI-powered devices can provide what feels like friendship — or even romance — experts warn that they could make warm human exchanges even harder to find or nurture. Read more...
We've all heard the term "midlife crisis." What exactly is a midlife crisis, though? Our notion of one may be skewed by movies depicting a "stereotypical," over-exaggerated definition. After all, we've all watched scenes where a middle-aged man pulls away from the gym in his Corvette with a younger woman sitting in the passenger seat. [...]
Emotional intelligence is a set of essential life skills that you can apply in the workplace to resolve and prevent conflict, support team members, and motivate yourself and others. Have you ever wondered what kinds of habits and behaviors might benefit your work life? Is there a quality common amongst inspiring and helpful team members [...]
When the pandemic first sent Americans home in March 2020, licensed psychotherapist Lisa Bahar thinks a lot of them were happy to have a break — from school, from work, from commutes and driving the kids around. Plus, most people had access to financial supports they hadn’t had before, like federal stimulus money. Read More
SALT LAKE CITY — Some humans just don’t let themselves wallow in disconcerting times like a global pandemic. Some find joy wherever they go. They seek distractions and embrace humor, then offer both like balm to the rest of us. Goofing off and being distracted help people deal with intense crises that can’t just be [...]
You’ve probably heard the term “passive aggressive” being used—often with the sentiment to not be a passive aggressive partner. But you might not really understand exactly what it means. In a nutshell, being passive aggressive means feeling angry or upset, but expressing it indirectly instead of actually coming out and saying how you really [...]
The novel coronavirus, which is sweeping across the globe and U.S., has us all maintaining social distance, or staying at least six feet away from others. The only exception to this rule is if you live with someone, such as close family, a friend, or a partner who has also maintained social distance from others. [...]
There are certain social scenarios that tend to release the proverbial butterflies in our stomachs. Just the idea of standing up to speak in front of a room full of people or walking into a crowded party, for example, is enough to make many squirm—and that’s to be expected. In 1975, a surprising new study revealed that [...]
You’ve heard about the benefits of talk therapy and behavioral health services and have considered giving it a try, but you’re a little uncertain about how to get started. From finding the right therapist and arranging payment to ensuring that your privacy is protected, there’s a lot to think about before your first visit. To [...]
If you haven’t uttered these words yourself, chances are you’ve heard someone else say them: "I think I’m having a panic attack." It’s a common phrase that gets tossed around, usually when describing stressful, high-anxiety situations. But in many cases, it’s not entirely accurate. "Most of us know what anxiety feels like, but for some, [...]
