Bibliotherapy: Self-Help Books Can Really Improve Your Mental Health

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While people may feel embarrassed getting caught in the “self help” section of a library or book store, the truth is there are a lot of valuable books out there that can make a real difference.

Positive Emodiversity: Embracing the Full-Range of Positive Emotions

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Emodiversity describes the variety of emotions we experience in daily life. Research suggests that a rich and balanced emotional range may predict physical and mental health better than simply measuring the total amount of “positive” versus “negative” emotions.

Parasocial Relationships: False Feelings Of Connection With People We’ve Never Met

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“Parasocial relationships” are one-way relationships we develop with celebrities, media personalities, or fictional characters from TV shows, movies, or books. While they are normal and healthy, we have to be careful that they don’t replace our need for real-world connection.