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.

Clinical psychologist Enrico Gnaulati speaks with Vision’s Gina Stepp regarding the astronomical increase in young children diagnosed with mental disorders over the past decade.

Difficult. Headstrong. Stubborn. Defiant. If any of these words describe your child or teen, don’t give up. An innovative set of parenting ABCs can help toward solving the problem.

New technologies always seem to stir up fear and anxiety in some quarters. The Internet, and social networking in particular, is no exception.

Why do we differ from one another in the way we respond emotionally to life events? How do we learn to regulate our emotions, and why do we need to?

More scientists are hoping to help people transform their minds. Vision reviews three books offering do-it-yourself instructions for building the best brain ever.

New research continues to show the importance of helping children develop and internalize a set of moral values that will serve both them and the community well.