When markets drop, it's not only our 401Ks that disappear—it's our future stories. No amount of financial doomscrolling can appease our anxiety or offset the grief for lost hopes... read more →
Key points Playing with your child like Bandit and Chili can strengthen connection and trust. Good parenting isn’t about perfection; Bluey shows that “good enough” is enough. Bluey models emotional... read more →
KEY POINTS Video calls create the strongest sense of presence but can increase self-consciousness. Audio calls allow for spontaneous, deeper conversations with less pressure. Texting maintains an ongoing connection but... read more →
AI influences our decisions and beliefs—and we even don’t notice—by taking advantage of our innate responses to novelty, interactivity, and social validation. My approach to new technology has always been,... read more →
Feeling anxious about the incoming administration? Can't stop reading the headlines and fearing the worst? Here are seven tips to help you protect your well-being in a contentious political environment.... read more →
Dr. Pamela Rutledge is available to reporters for comments on the psychological and social impact of media and technology on individuals, society, organizations and brands.