New research on relationship dynamics, gaslighter behaviors, gaslighter motivations, survivor consequences, and recovery & post-traumatic growth Gaslighting is a form of manipulation in which one person induces another to doubt their own sense of reality, starting with being pressed to see an unhealthy relationship as coming from love and good intention[1]. There is surprisingly scant research on gaslighting, considering the attention it has received.

Research on how people end friendships identifies seven major strategies and 43 specific actions taken, shaped by personality, age, and gender. — Friendships are key to satisfaction, rivaling relationships with family and romantic partners to provide often life-long support unencumbered by the demands of genetic influence or, typically, sexual entanglement. Friendship, defined by Apostolou, in a recent research paper in the journal Personality and Individual Differences (2023), is “a long-term relationship of…

In the style of Grant H Brenner MD — While ChatGPT is designed to provide information and answer questions to the best of its abilities, there are several reasons why doing your own research can be beneficial: Deeper Understanding: Researching a topic on your own allows you to gain a deeper understanding of the subject matter. You can explore…

Relationship in the workplace becomes the foundation for new models for employment and collaborative work partnerships Generation Z, as it were “digital natives”, are people born between 1997 and 2012 [the author was born in the1970s and started using computers from a young age, but whatever]. This generation grew up with technology (literally) at their fingertips. They tend to see life, society, and work differently from…

New preliminary research finds three clinically-relevant Borderline classes. KEY POINTS Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a relatively common problem, often difficult to treat. Because there are hundreds of possible symptom combinations, having a system for classifying BPD to guide treatment is highly desirable. New research using “Latent Class Analysis” identifies 3 distinct types of BPD. This information is useful for…

OpenAI neatly synthesizes vast oceans of human knowledge — As an AI language model, I am happy to provide you with 5 practical tips on how to be a great parent. Being a parent can be challenging, but it can also be one of the most rewarding experiences in life. Here are some tips to help you be the…

Researchers offer an integrated wisdom model, with algorithms for wise behavior. Key points A grand unified theory of wisdom distills years of research and prior models of wisdom. Wisdom hinges on many factors, from personality to emotional function, ways of thinking and perceiving, social and communal perspectives. Broad agreement exists that wise behavior balances many elements, based in thoughtful contemplation, often of much…

A deep dive into happiness research finds three domains that matter most. Key points With few exceptions, everyone wants to be happy. Pursuing happiness in the wrong ways can decidely result in unhappiness. How to define happiness varies from person to person, but results in satisfaction in key areas of life. Three big categories help frame the specific ingredients of happiness: health, hope, and…

A recent research synthesis reviews the data on how various lifestyle interventions affect depression, with recommendations for how to best integrate them into treatment. — KEY POINTS Lifestyle-related modifications can contribute to clinical depression, both making depression work or helping to prevent or alleviate symptoms. There is a lot of advice regarding lifestyle factors, but the evidence-base is surprisingly limited, making decision-making challenging.