If you've ever made a decision despite the fact it goes against your values and beliefs, and you then felt stress, regret or turmoil, you've experienced cognitive dissonance. Learn how to cope with those difficult moments and how to better manage your response.

As the debate over the need for homework continues, a new study found that it's the biggest cause of teen stress, leading to sleepless nights and poor academic performance

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Hormones have always been a third rail in female mental health. They may also be a skeleton key.

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Penn State researchers believe bilingualism strengthens the 'mental muscle', benefiting those such as French speaker Bradley Cooper (pictured).

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Whether you plan to query agents or self-publish, accepting your novel is ready isn't easy. Here are the questions I ask to make it easier.