"Understanding human behaviour and mental processes, whether our own or those belonging to others, is essential if we want to make better decisions and lead happier lives. Why do we feel certain emotions in specific situations? Why do we behave in particular ways? And what can we do to overcome the things that hold us back? Delve into the world of psychology and build a better relationship with your mind. Learn how to be kind to it, unlock its full potential and use it to your advantage. In the pages that follow, we explore the benefits of setting yourself free of the past, how to thrive on failure, the science behind addiction, and what happens in our relationships if we find the courage to be vulnerable. We also look into human instincts, the chameleon effect, and how to overcome betrayal. Packed full of expert guidance from psychologists, counsellors and other professionals, we also speak exclusively to Jamie Laing about anxiety, panic attacks and dissociative disorders."
Welcome to Psychology Now • TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR MIND FOR A HAPPIER, HEALTHIER LIFE
Psychology Now 2024
INFLUENTIAL Psychologists PAST PRESENT • Don’t know where to start with psychological theory? Here are ten of the most important and fascinating psychologists that you need to know about
HOW TO THRIVE ON Failure • When we learn to face up to defeat, we also discover how best to succeed in life
DO YOU WELCOME OR RUN FROM FAILURE? • If you respond to failure by getting upset and giving up, you’re missing out on vital life lessons and motivating forces. Respond to failure more positively, and you may well get further in life.
understanding DISSOCIATIVE DISORDERS • Underdiagnosed and rarely discussed, dissociative disorders are surprisingly common, though you may not recognise them for what they are
GROUNDING TECHNIQUES
SUPPORT SOMEONE WITH A DISSOCIATIVE DISORDER
ESSENTIAL RESOURCES AND LINKS
Exclusive INTERVIEW Jamie Laing • TV presenter, podcaster and entrepreneur Jamie Laing talks to Psychology Now editor Sarah Bankes about his experiences of dissociative disorder
A MULTIMEDIA STAR
COLD THERAPY
15 WAYS TO MAKE LIFE • Boredom got you down? Try these happiness hacks to boost your wellbeing
LIFE AFTER Betrayal • Whether you’re thinking about getting back with your ex-partner or you’re ready to meet someone new, here’s how to move forward after infidelity
YOUR HEALING HANDBOOK
READY TO MOVE ON?
THE Chameleon EFFECT • Why do we mimic each other?
CHAMELEONS AT WORK
Human INSTINCT 101 The modern world • presents many challenges, yet amongst all the busyness, our basic human instincts remain constant
COMPASSION AS A HUMAN INSTINCT
Healing WITH REIKI • Open your mind to this healing hands practice and reap the benefits in mind, body and spirit
YOU CAN’T Control EVERYTHING • …but that is okay, because there is joy and magic to be found when you free your thoughts, says former Buddhist monk Björn Natthiko Lindeblad
YOUR MENTAL HEALTH Masterclass • We look after our physical health, but our emotional wellbeing often gets neglected. It’s time to make it a priority
HOW TO BE CALM
Learning TO TRUST • Trust is a powerful emotion that builds relationships and connections, but our lived experiences feed into our ability to trust
5 WAYS TO BUILD TRUST • If you want to develop trust in a new relationship or friendship, try these top tips.
THE IMPACT OF LIVING LIFE Online • Working from home, socialising via Zoom and minimal face-to-face contact were things we all had to adapt to during the Covid-19 pandemic. Here, the experts tell us how lockdown affected our brains
LOST FOR WORDS
Set yourself FREE OF THE PAST •...