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"Inside Out 2" takes us back into the mind of Riley as she navigates the challenges of being a teenager. Just when her emotions- Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust- think they have everything under control, a new emotion, Anxiety, shows up throwing them off balance. As they try to adapt to this new addition, they realize they are not the only ones changing. Envy, Embarrassment, and Sarcasm also make an appearance, bringing a whole new dynamic to the emotions' headquarters. Together, they must learn to work as a team to help Riley through the ups and downs of high school. With humor, heart, and plenty of emotions, "Inside Out 2" promises ...... Read Full article on HadNews

As a clinical psychologist, I often have clients say they are having trouble with thoughts “on a loop” in their head, which they find difficult to manage. While rumination and overthinking are often considered the same thing, they are slightly different (though linked). Rumination is having thoughts on repeat in our minds. This can lead to overthinking – analysing those thoughts without finding solutions or solving the problem. It’s like a vinyl record playing the same part of the song over and over. With a record, this is usually because of a scratch. Why we overthink is a little more complicated. Read more: ...... Read Full article on HadNews

In 2011, pop music scholar Simon Reynolds was already observing pop culture’s fascination with its own past, noting that “we live in a pop age gone loco for retro and crazy for commemoration.” For Reynolds, this obsession with the past has the potential to bring about the end of pop music culture: “Could it be,” he asks, “that the greatest danger to the future of our music culture is … its past?” The situation has not improved in the years since Reynolds voiced his concerns. Our fixation on the popular music of previous decades threatens our future by stifling originality. Thanks to recording technology, and now to more recent developments...... Read Full article on HadNews

Master your anxiety. Unleash your genius | Jesse Eisenberg In the video titled "Master your anxiety. Unleash your genius | Jesse Eisenberg," the actor, writer, and director Jesse Eisenberg opens up about his struggles with anxiety and self-doubt and how he has used them as motivation in his career. Eisenberg talks about how negative motivators like fear, self-consciousness, and self-hatred often drive him to excel in his work. He shares his experiences of being a public figure and dealing with criticism, highlighting the importance of creating a bubble to protect his creativity. Eisenberg also delves into his experience as a director, admit...... Read Full article on HadNews

Around one in seven Australians take antidepressants; more than 3.5 million of us had them dispensed in 2021–22. This is one of the highest antidepressant prescribing rates in the world. Guidelines mostly recommend antidepressants for more severe depression and anxiety but not as first-line treatment for less severe depression. Less commonly, antidepressants may be prescribed for conditions such as chronic pain and migraine. Yet prescription rates continue to increase. Between 2013 and 2021, the antidepressant prescription rate in Australia steadily increased by 4.5% per year. So why are so many Australians taking antidepressants and...... Read Full article on HadNews

Remember the sadness that came with the last time you failed miserably at something? Or the last time you were so anxious about an upcoming event that you couldn’t concentrate for days? These types of emotions are unpleasant to experience and can even feel overwhelming. People often try to avoid them, suppress them or ignore them. In fact, in psychology experiments, people will pay money to not feel many negative emotions. But recent research is revealing that emotions can be useful, and even negative emotions can bring benefits. In my emotion science lab at Texas A&M University, we study how emotions like anger and boredom affect...... Read Full article on HadNews

There is a lot of talk about how pet guardianship can benefit humans. But did you know this important symbiotic relationship can also benefit our furry friends? In honor of International Human-Animal Bond Day, let’s explore how having a family is good for dogs and cats and vice versa! Dogs and Cats Get Loving Homes A strong human-animal bond means that dogs and cats are well cared for. In fact, up to 85% of pet guardians consider their animal companions to be a member of the family. That translates to better care and increased spending on their health and well-being. In 2022, Americans spent a whopping $136.8 billion on their animal companio...... Read Full article on HadNews