Toxic positivity is trending across social media. In times of stress, denying negative emotions and experiences makes things worse, not better. KEY POINTS The “good vibes only” trend on social... read more →
Memes translate complex ideas into simple, easily digestible, emotionally evocative messages that draw on an existing cultural schema. Memes construct the narratives that frame events, as we see with the Ukraine... read more →
The APA’s recent Stress in America Survey 2021 conducted by the Harris Poll found that 84% of adults reported emotions linked with prolonged stress, such as anxiety, sadness, and anger. ... read more →
KEY POINTS: Social comparison is normal How we use the comparison determines how it affects us Looking for inspiration and ideas expands our world Focusing on things we can't change... read more →
Overview Clubhouse is the ‘app du jour.’ A throwback, it is audio-only for drop-in discussions, serendipitous meetings, and eavesdropping without shame. Invitation- and IOS-only, exclusivity, celebrity, and FOMO fuel its... read more →
Dr. Pamela Rutledge is available to reporters for comments on the psychological and social impact of media and technology on individuals, society, organizations and brands.