Clinical Psychology

A new study suggests that difficulty tolerating uncertainty may play a significant role in symptoms like paranoia and early warning signs of psychosis, not just in those with schizophrenia, but also in people with anxiety disorders and even the general population.

Pregnancy is often portrayed as a joyful journey filled with anticipation, yet the reality for many women involves complex emotions and significant physical

New research by J. David Pincus and Ken Beller, published in Frontiers in Psychology, explores emotional wellbeing across neurodivergent populations using an innovative, image-based assessment tool called AgileBrain.

The researchers found that peer support -feeling emotionally or socially backed by others studying alongside you - was strongly linked to greater motivation, stronger belief in one’s abilities, higher learning satisfaction, and deeper engagement.

A new study by Helena Widdrington and colleagues, published in the British Journal of Health Psychology, explores the personal characteristics and coping strategies that enable people to flourish despite chronic pain.

Sharing feelings openly with a partner might be more beneficial than previously thought, even for those experiencing social anxiety – a condition often associated with significant discomfort in social situations.

Most parents and teachers know how challenging it can be to help a child with ADHD succeed in school. Now, a new study suggests a surprisingly simple tool – a daily report card – can make a big difference.

As machine learning becomes more integrated into healthcare, patients could see more targeted, effective treatments, reducing the trial-and-error approach currently common in treating emotional disorders.