Cost-Benefit Analysis in CBT: An Exercise in Behavioral Economics
It is seldom easy to change entrenched behavior patterns, especially when fears are involved. It helps to be able to think and act ‘outside the box’.
Psychology, Philosophy and Real Life Articles in July, 2013, Page 2
Psychology, Philosophy and Real Life published the following articles in July, 2013.
New Skills for New Devices
As user manuals fade into historical footnotes, the technological marvels in our pockets give us more and more options. But are we equipped to make the right decisions for our technology and our lives?
Psychopathy and the Art of Impression Management
Psychopaths can leverage the cover of ministry or other positions of influence, together with their incredible capacity to present a positive self-image, to prey on the good nature of others.
Ode to Joy
A couple singing and dancing in a gas station made me realize that we don’t have nearly enough joy in our lives. If we are to remedy that, we need to slow down, create opportunities for it and make sure that joy is a daily occurrence.
5 More Workplace Lies that Create Stress
Careers are stressful enough without adding the difficulty and distraction these workplace lies produce.
Deep in the Heart of Texas, Trouble is Brewing
Texas has once again shown itself to be in a great big state of crazy. However, recent developments have shown that perhaps there is hope that things can turn around.
Sibling Bullying: Just as Damaging as Peer Bullying
We tend to assume that sibling conflict is natural and inevitable, but when it crosses the line to become aggressive, then it causes harm and calls for parental intervention. Perhaps we underestimate this damaging influence that takes place within the home.