On guilt, as an obstacle to happiness. Article written by Viktoria G. Duda, Ph.D.
Medical News Today: Depression: a barrier to communication in couples?
A recent study found that relationships in which one or both partners were depressed showed difficulty solving problems, trouble with commitment, and reductions in closeness.
The New York Times: Writing your way to happiness
“Writing interventions,” in which people are taught and encouraged to write out their stories, help change self-defeating thoughts to more honest and more positive ones. Article written by Tara Parker-Pope.
http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/01/19/writing-your-way-to-happiness/
The Huffington Post: Psychotherapy Works, but Not for Everyone
Despite problems with some types of psychotherapy, some patient-therapist combinations, and some therapists’ personal qualities, psychotherapy usually works — and has fewer potential side effects than medication. Article written by Allen Frances.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/allen-frances/psychotherapy-works-but-n_b_6509436.html
The Atlantic: The Brain on Trial
On the neurological causes of aggressive, hypersexual, or otherwise highly disinhibited behavior — and how the legal system might better handle the crimes arising therefrom. Article written by David Eagleman.
http://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2011/07/the-brain-on-trial/308520/