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Changing the world through activism: what, why, and how

... and strengthening community connections [2, 7]. Other psychological benefits from activism can include greater self-understanding, ... from activism and declining physical and emotional health [12]. While activism is meaningful and rewarding, activists highlighted ... / more

Viral and harmful: Violence in media and its impact on empathy

... else.  What impact do these contents have on our mental health and especially on our capacity for empathy ? This question will be ... to the observer. Empathy is thus far more than a psychological concept; it is a social necessity. It fosters compassion, ... / more

FOMO: The fun everybody else has

... a simple photo. Although FOMO may seem a novel concept, the psychological processes behind it are not new. Scholars widely agree that ... out at work: Examining costs and benefits to employee health and motivation“, Computers in Human Behavior, Bd. 104, S. 106161, ... / more

The viral power of migrant crime messaging: Fear, emotion, and algorithms

... platforms. This article examines how emotional triggers, psychological shortcuts, and platform design interact to influence public ... Pew Research Center, “Public priorities for 2024: Economy, health care, and immigration,” Feb. 29, 2024. [Online]. Available: ... / more

Digital moral distortion: How social media can negatively shape our judgement of right and wrong

... hurt our moral reasoning [3]. In this article, we detail psychological evidence on the role of moral outrage, polarisation, ... and A. N. Ortega, “Social media users’ perceptions about health mis- and disinformation on social media ,” Health Aff. Scholar, ... / more

Internet, dating, addiction: A match made in heaven

... the word addiction as a construct (or term), comparable to psychological constructs like extraversion or fear of missing out. ... the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the World Health Organization (WHO) . The APA defines psychiatric diagnoses in their ... / more

Starting early: How caregivers can support their children's emotion regulation

... one’s own emotions is crucial for overall well-being and health, as well as the quality of social relationships and academic and ... [8] P. Sedlmeier et al., "The psychological effects of meditation: A meta-analysis ," Psychological Bulletin, vol. 138, no. 6, pp. 1139–1171, 2012. doi: ... / more

Understanding Anxiety, Encouraging Courage: What Families Should Know About Social Anxiety

... Social anxiety is among the most common psychological challenges in childhood and adolescence—and it also presents ... are encouraged to seek guidance from a pediatrician, mental health professional, or counseling service.   What Parents Can Take ... / more

Self-Care in the Digital Age: How We Can Handle Social Media in a Healthy Way

... answers but also practical strategies to protect your mental health, helping you achieve a balanced approach to social media use. ... of these social needs contributes positively to our psychological well-being. Consequently, our behavior is significantly ... / more

Plant-based, insect-based, or cultivated meat alternatives—Why do we (not) consume them?

... with alternatives. In this article, we thus examine the psychological factors that promote or hinder the consumption of meat ... motivate people to consume meat, while concerns about health, animal welfare, and sustainability lead people to abstain from eating ... / more