A new comprehensive analysis has revealed that major depressive disorder alters both the physical architecture and the ...

Ruminating about being lonely, as opposed to being lonely, is linked to depression, found a new study. The findings were published in Nature Mental Health and have implications for treating depression ...

One way to overcome rumination or obsessive thought patterns is to clarify the difference between rumination and reflection. ...

Do you often replay the bad yet always forget the good? Here’s the science behind negative thought spirals and how to find balance and resilience. Do you know why our brains can replay our most ...

What is rumination? How is it different from worry? Rumination and worry are both types of overthinking. One way to differentiate them is that worry is about things that may happen in the future, ...

There is much to be gained from meditation – from stress management to enhanced self-compassion. However, one of meditation’s key effects has to do with un-doing rather than acquiring anything.

Overthinking is often mistaken for intelligence, depth or responsibility. People who overthink are described as thoughtful, careful or emotionally aware. In reality, overthinking is not a sign of ...

Pop culture may have fooled us into believing that smartness comes in a fast, sharp and suave package. Here are three ...