If You Don’t Want to Go Janina Steinmetz Ph.D. You might be more worried about saying no than you need to be. People are often invited by friends and family…
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Why Do Resolutions So Often Fail?
by Gurnek Bains Ph.D. And what we can do to make them stick. KEY POINTS This is the time of year that many of us plan for change in our…
Five Reasons to Take a Break from Booze
by Rachel Allyn Ph.D. The current trend towards choosing low or no alcohol might bring benefits. The new year in January holds the potential to shed old baggage and cultivate…
Haley’s neglect of slavery and the politics of race, color and caste
Opinion by Roger House Opinion: Haley’s neglect of slavery and the politics of race, color and caste Provided by The Hill Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley’s failure to identify slavery…
Black Santas are helping to change holiday icons
And add more representation By Michelle Aslam At the West Dallas Christmas Block Party, volunteers in elf hats are manning stations for children around the room. They are giving out colorful…
Why Can’t We Put Our Phones Down?
Ilene Strauss Cohen Ph.D. Let’s explore our attachment to screens and its impact on us and our children. KEY POINTS Have you ever found yourself reaching for your phone during…
Are Holidays Not Your Thing?
by Gina Barreca Ph.D. You don’t have to jingle anybody’s bells if you’re not in the mood. KEY POINTS I’m not a big-time holiday person, and I’m not the only…
The Politics of Black Hair
by Kevin Cokley Ph.D. Fighting notions of respectability and race-based hair discrimination. KEY POINTS Twenty-five years ago when I was a young assistant professor, I decided to start growing locs.…
Black-Owned Businesses To Shop This Holiday Season
33 Black-Owned Businesses To Shop This Holiday Season (and All Year Round) Find a perfect gift for everyone on your list. By Nafeesah Allen, Ph.D. Photo: According to the U.S.…
The Other Side of Estrangement
by Elizabeth Heaney MA, LPC What can you do if you’re the one who’s being shut out? KEY POINTS This post considers how estrangement might impact those on the receiving…