Neuroticism and Addiction
Researchers chart a relationship between stress, displacement, neuroticism, and addiction.
Anxiety, Depression, and Self-Harm — Internet Addiction Goes Global
A major global study shows an increase in internet addiction and a correlation with anxiety, depression, and self-harm.
The Connection Between Cognitive Dissonance and Addiction
Cognitive dissonance leads to negative emotional states and irrational behavior, even for robots.
Chatbots and Psychological Resilience
A pair of studies from China demonstrate that chatbots are effective at improving psychological resilience.
Smartphone Addiction and Life Satisfaction
A new study finds significant positive correlations between smartphone addiction, negative emotions, and lower life satisfaction.
The Impact of Medical Journaling on Mental Health Disorders
The evidence for the benefits of medical journaling as a treatment for mental health disorders is frustratingly thin.