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The Secret to Raising A Well-Behaved Teen

This is a vital cause of low mood, poor health and lacklustre learning in teenagers.

Dr Jeremy Dean is a psychologist and author of PsyBlog. His latest book is
"Making Habits, Breaking Habits: How to Make Changes That Stick"

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Social Anxiety Disorder: Impressive Study Reveals The Very Best Treatment

Large study reveals the most effective treatment for social anxiety disorder.

Dr Jeremy Dean is a psychologist and author of PsyBlog. His latest book is
"Making Habits, Breaking Habits: How to Make Changes That Stick"

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A Highly Valued Personality Trait That Sadly Increases The Risk of Suicide

This hidden cause of suicide might surprise you.

Dr Jeremy Dean is a psychologist and author of PsyBlog. His latest book is
"Making Habits, Breaking Habits: How to Make Changes That Stick"

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This is What Heavy Multitasking Could Be Doing To Your Brain

Multitasking may affect crucial areas of the brain's emotional and cognitive centres.

Dr Jeremy Dean is a psychologist and author of PsyBlog. His latest book is
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These Everyday Foods Have a Powerful Connection With Mental Wellbeing

Eating these foods is associated with greater optimism, happiness, higher self-esteem and better relationships.

Dr Jeremy Dean is a psychologist and author of PsyBlog. His latest book is
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The 5 Biggest Reasons People Get Anxious or Depressed

Plus: three thinking styles which can lead to depression and anxiety.

Dr Jeremy Dean is a psychologist and author of PsyBlog. His latest book is
"Making Habits, Breaking Habits: How to Make Changes That Stick"

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The Ironic Reason Why Chilling Out Does Not Re-Energise You

Your down-time may be doing you no good unless you follow this guidance.

Dr Jeremy Dean is a psychologist and author of PsyBlog. His latest book is
"Making Habits, Breaking Habits: How to Make Changes That Stick"

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The Workplace Behaviour That is Unexpectedly Worse Than Bullying

This workplace behaviour does more damage to people's mental and physical well-being than bullying.

Dr Jeremy Dean is a psychologist and author of PsyBlog. His latest book is
"Making Habits, Breaking Habits: How to Make Changes That Stick"

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How to Instantly Tell If Someone is About to Make a Good Decision (Or Not)

Study finds intriguing link between decision-making and this subtle signal.

Dr Jeremy Dean is a psychologist and author of PsyBlog. His latest book is
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How Memories Can Be Genetically Passed Down Through The Generations

'Memories' can be passed down through genetic code from one generation to the next.

Dr Jeremy Dean is a psychologist and author of PsyBlog. His latest book is
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