Key points Taking an active rather than a passive role in one’s healthcare is key. People should stay informed about their health and use trusted sources to learn more. Ask questions; seek out second opinions if needed. Be assertive but not aggressive in dealing with providers. One of the inevitabilities of aging…

Key points Punishment as a parenting strategy simply doesn’t work and is psychologically harmful to the child. Overly indulgent parents and those who over-parent may raise children who lack self-control and initiative. Research shows that authoritative parenting, encouraging independence but setting boundaries, is best. Parents play the most significant role in of…

Key points Recent changes by Apple and other companies have been met with resistance by users. It is a well-known fact that people have a psychological resistance to change. Resistance to change can be due to fear of the unknown or of losing control. Strategies to overcome resistance to change include involving…

Key points Too much is made about the distinction between managers and leaders. An irony is that we want our managers to develop leadership while believing they are different than leaders. Leadership occurs when leaders/managers and followers work together, so the distinction makes no sense. “Managers do things right, leaders do the…

Valentine Wishes from Psychologists Happy Valentine’s Day and a history of psychology lesson How much do you know about famous psychologists (and love)? The early history of psychology is often studied through the work of famous psychologists. Psychologists such as B.F. Skinner (Behaviorism) and Ivan Pavlov (Classical Conditioning) are associated…

Key points Crisis management is about preparation. Crisis leadership is about adaptability. Leader sensemaking, decision-making, and communication are critical for effective crisis leadership. Leaders should be vigilant and ready to act in a crisis. Crises are also learning opportunities. The global Covid-19 pandemic, and the successes and failures in dealing with it…

Key points Creating a great workplace starts with good HR practices, ensuring that employees are onboarded and developed. Removing destructive behavior from managerial and employee interactions is critical. Encouraging collaboration and team efforts and goals shifts the focus from individual accomplishments to working together productively. Ensuring good communication practices throughout the organization…

Key points Although we focus primarily on leaders, followers also contribute to co-creating leadership. Everyday leadership occurs when any individual, regardless of leadership positions, influences others to achieve shared goals. Everyday leaders engage in behaviors such taking charge of a special project, planning an event, and coaching-mentoring others. Ask anybody what leaders…

Key points Worker satisfaction comes from good work performance and job engagement, not the other way around. Workers are motivated by many factors, and money may not be the most important motivator for many of them. Not all stress is bad. …