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Psychology offers a multitude of insights into our minds and behaviors. Are you curious about why people sometimes behave differently in groups than they would when they are alone? The following are just a few fun facts about different topics within psychology. Anthia Cumming / Getty Images Even non-psychology majors can benefit from learning more about the developmental process. Our memories give us a sense of self and form the fabric of our daily life experiences....

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It’s almost like capturing that moment in time through a live photograph. In today’s meditation, we’ll practice “noting.” This meditation is also a part of Verywell Mind’s 30-day meditation email series,Pause & Play. Verywell Mind / Getty Images For more videos, check out ourmeditation library. For more inspo

Young couples as well as older couples can benefit from feeling less pressured financially. Its reassuring to know that there are ways to have fun times together and not break the bank. Why Is Dating on the Cheap Popular Now? Evgeniia Siiankovskaia / Getty Images It gets expensive picking up the tab for multiple dates at pricey restaurants while youre a bit tight financially. And payments to keep looking attractive and for Uber rides home also add up....

You keep hearing about all the benefits ofmeditationbut you’re really not sure if it’s working. Your friendkeeps canceling plansand you’re starting to wonder if you should end the friendship. What do they all have in common? d3sign / Getty Images They’re probably things you’d ask about on Reddit. Keep that in mind as you peruse this list!"

And some weeks may go by when you barely have it in you to leave the house. Meditation is an evidence-based practice for managing symptoms of depression and improving sleep. Taking care of others or your household on top of that might sometimes feel impossible. Verywell / Catherine Song So what can you do to cope? It’s possible to create your own personalized plan to make positive changes in your life....

Coercive control is more subtle, but it’s no less serious. “The goal is to dominate the victim’s thoughts, emotions, and actions,” she adds. Coercive control is abuse and someone in a situation involving it may need help getting out. irinamunteanu / Getty Images We’ll walk you through the steps. At a Glance Coercive control can present subtly, but it’s a serious matter. Fortunately, resources are available. In turn, “the victim becomes increasingly isolated from friends, family, and other social connections....

Knowing exactly when arelationship should be endedis a difficult task. It depends on the people involved and on the situation they live in. But there is fairly consistent evidence about the signs of relationship breakdown, unearthed by Dr. John Gottman. Verywell / Brianna Gilmartin He dubbed these “The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.” Criticism The first horseman of communication is criticism. Criticizing is different than critiquing or complaining.Criticismis about the person’scharacter,rather than their behavior....

Ahead, youll find four movies that depict characters with ADHD. Dory is often forgetful, has difficulty paying attention, and is sometimes frantic with her thought patterns. (If you’re aDegrassifan, this film features four cast members as Charlie’s schoolmates. Klaus Vedfelt / Getty Images In case you are not familiar, Degrassi is a Canadian TV drama for teens). It goes so much deeper than that, though. The lead character, Juno, is notably smart and quick-witted....

Nevertheless, my expertise in the subject doesnt mean I havent had my fair share ofbadsexual experiences. Plus, keep reading for expert tips on communicating better in the bedroom. It was like he was finally cashing in on what he was investing in leading up to this moment. Vladimir Vladimirov / Getty Images It was like he was finally cashing in on what he was investing in leading up to this moment....

PeopleImages / Getty Images Marriage isn’t always easy, and all relationships have ups and downs. According to relationship experts, there are certain signs to watch for that serve as important predictors of divorce. John and Julie Gottman are psychologists, relationship experts, and the founders of the Gottman Institute. PeopleImages / Getty Images Based on their years of extensive research, they have identified four primary predictors of divorce. At a Glance Criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling are all key predictors of divorce....

Mindfulness is about learninghow to live in the present moment. Thats hard to do in todays world, though. So often, we miss out on things because our minds are wandering. Verywell / Julie Bang The list of distractions is endless. When we become mindful, however, we learn to focus on what is happening right now. And when we do, we become fully present in our lives. It takes practice to get there, though....

Click below to listen now. Be wary of this attitude. Ambivalence and denial can be your worst enemies in the first days of your recovery. yacobchuk / iStock / Getty Images Plus Early abstinence from alcohol is significantly associated with positive treatment outcomes. The tools that you learn to use now will help you throughout your recovery. One focus of this stage of rehab is obviously to maintain abstinence byavoiding a relapse....