In recent times, the term "emotional intelligence" has been tossed around frequently. The world is becoming more aware of the importance of processing one’s emotions in a healthy way. Emotional ...

With neuroimaging and electrophysiological techniques, researchers have been able to gain many new insights into dreaming. Scientists have found that neurological activity in the brain while people ...

Dance as a performative art form alleviates perceived symptoms of depression, helps to understand its root causes and ...

The mental health of our society is far from ideal. Rates of stress, depression, and anxiety are increasing. The data on college students is especially troubling. There are likely many reasons for ...

A new study found that marijuana or cannabis affects a person's ability to identify, process and empathize with emotions such as sadness, happiness and anger. Led by psychology assistant professor ...

When students return to school in the fall—whether live or virtual—there will be many conversations about COVID-19 and many opportunities to reflect on what they missed when schools were closed, on ...

Scary Halloween haunts and horror movies are exhilarating for many, while others cringe, shudder, scream and have nightmares. Experts explain the reasons why.

As I sit to write this column, I am monitoring my Twitter and Facebook feeds. Dozens, if not hundreds of people, voicing their reactions to the election. While some feel shocked and are in mourning, ...