by Elayne S. Daniels, PhD | Jan 19, 2026 | Disordered Eating
Most people can name one or more people in their life who look noticeably thinner now than they did six months ago. On social media, before-and-after photos appear with no explanation. The responses are often careful and coded: comments about looking healthy, glowing,...
by Elayne S. Daniels, PhD | Jan 13, 2026 | Anxiety & Depression
Why Chasing Happiness Can Make You Feel Worse (and What Actually Helps) Most of us assume happiness works as if it were a destination. As in if we try hard enough and think positively enough, we’ll eventually arrive and stay there. But psychological research suggests...
