A psychoanalytic viewpoint on love, desire and the “forbidden fruit effect,” supported by research. Article written by Alissa Fleck.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/alissa-fleck/the-basic-economical-psyc_b_4493431.html
Healio.com: Short-term psychotherapy improved outcomes post-MI
Adding psychotherapy to standard cardiac care after a heart attack improves quality of life, reduces symptoms, and lowers your likelihood of rehospitalization. Article written by Roncella et al.
The Atlantic: Psychology of Lululemon: How Fashion Affects Fitness
Do expensive gym clothes improve our motivation to exercise? According to the theory of “enclothed cognition,” yes. Article written by Jamie Wiebe.
PsyBlog: Depression: 10 Fascinating Insights into a Misunderstood Condition
Ten easy-to-misunderstand features of clinical depression. Article written by Jeremy Dean.
The New Yorker: Why gamers can’t stop playing first-person shooters
Video games provide a sense of control over our fate, which may help reduce stress and depression. Article written by Maria Konnikova.