Thanks in part to a misunderstanding of what the word even means, we now face a global empathy crisis.

How well, and how quickly, we recover from life’s traumas is largely determined by the strength of our relationships.

The persistent myths, stigma and questions surrounding depression can make it hard to recognize, much less care for those afflicted with it—including ourselves.

Pop psychologists freely use words such as introvert and extravert, but these terms can be misleading as well as harmful to personal development.

Blamed for all sorts of bad behavior, a long-maligned hormone is being reappraised.

Are some common myths keeping you from appreciating and even enjoying the teenagers in your life?

Greed, it’s often said, makes the world go round. While it may not be easy to counter such a natural human tendency, the benefits of doing so are huge.

Many people climb to success, only to find they’re at the top of the wrong mountain.

Why does a crowd of witnesses so rarely intervene to help a person who is obviously in trouble? And what does it take to be the person who does?

The history of a small town in Pennsylvania offers a timeless lesson on the importance of social support for both physical and mental well-being.

Bouncing back from traumatic stress requires a lot more than a strong will. Understanding why we don’t all respond the same way is a good place to start.

We’ve all seen headlines about the dangers inherent in social media. Is it time to delete all your accounts?

If you believe life on this planet will go on indefinitely, then your brain may be playing tricks on you. How can we see beyond what we think we know?

We’re all egocentric by nature. In the interest of healthy relationships, here’s how to overcome this destructive human tendency.

Terrorism is nothing new. Yet a meaningful definition remains elusive, understanding the issues is a challenge, and a lasting solution seems more than we can hope for. Are there answers?

How can we, as parents, guide our children through a world that they know more about than we do?

PTSD isn’t just a problem faced by soldiers returning from war; it can affect anyone. If a loved one suffers because of past trauma, how can you help?

Given the wide range of advice available on dealing with bullies, it’s little wonder that many parents are confused about how best to help their victimized children. To help bring some clarity to the issue, Vision’s Gina Stepp interviews researcher Dieter Wolke of the University of Warwick.

Are bullying and being bullied just a natural part of growing up? Does dealing with bullies make children stronger, more resilient? While that view may be popular in some quarters, the latest research suggests that it’s anything but accurate.