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Addressing the psychological impacts of inflammatory bowel disease

In a collaborative study, Psychologist Melissa Hunt and gastroenterologist Chung Sang Tse showed that cognitive behavioral therapy reduced disability for patients with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis and that psychologists with no prior gastrointestinal experience could learn to deliver IBD-informed CBT effectively.

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Five books to help you through a breakup

Cory Newman of the Perelman School of Medicine says there isn’t one set psychological reaction to romantic loss.

What causes the feeling of ‘butterflies’ in your stomach?

Melissa Hunt of the School of Arts & Sciences says that millions of neurons send information from the gut to the brain.

Hard work beats talent when it comes to success, UPenn psychologist says: ‘Effort counts twice’

Angela Duckworth of the School of Arts & Sciences says that effort is twice as important as talent for success.

‘Great parenting’ often comes down to this simple habit, says Ivy League psychologist: It helps you raise determined, resilient kids

Angela Duckworth of the School of Arts & Sciences says guiding children to activities they are interested in can help them find their passions.

Alan Charles Kors (left) and Philip E. Tetlock.

New members of American Academy of Sciences and Letters

Alan Charles Kors and Philip E. Tetlock have been invested as members of the American Academy of Sciences and Letters, a nonprofit that promotes scholarship and honors achievement in the arts and sciences.

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You can still start the ‘Great Lock In’ to achieve health goals by the end of the year

Katy Milkman of the Wharton School comments on trends being one of the greatest motivators to change habits.

These four traits help successful people achieve their goals more often than most, Ivy League psychologist says: ‘Stop writing in your journal’

Angela Duckworth of the School of Arts & Sciences reveals the key traits shared by people who consistently achieve their goals.

Why rental support works

Cash assistance drastically reduces tenants’ likelihood of eviction and homelessness, according to an ongoing study of the PHLHousing+ program from Weitzman’s Vincent Reina and Arts & Sciences’ Sara Jaffee.