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Welcome to our Spotlight pages. Here you will find articles and interviews of our authors and editors on relevant topics in the fields of psychology, psychiatry, and medicine.

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When morality and politics intersect - Why our perspective matters too

Morality has many facets. It is not only the values themselves that are decisive, but also the perspective from which we view them. A new study shows how political divides could be better bridged.

10-21-2025
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Manage stress and overcome challenges

How can you manage to avoid being constantly stressed and chasing tasks in everyday life? What helps you avoid running away from tasks or constantly dwelling on setbacks? Positive psychology offers valuable resources here.

03-20-2025
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Brian P. Daly, PhD Discusses His Books on ADHD

In this installment of our "Ask the Author" Spotlight series, we hear from our author Brian Daly on his two recent books on ADHD.

02-11-2025
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A Clinical Psychologist Goes to the Movies, Part 4

Danny Wedding, PhD, explores the psychological themes of The Substance and Oscar-nominated actress Demi Moore's character in his fourth Spotlight article.

01-28-2025
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A Clinical Psychologist Goes to the Movies, Part 3

In his third Spotlight article, author Danny Wedding, Ph.D., explores how the movie "Ghostlight" can be used to understand psychopathology.

10-28-2024
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Peer Review Week

Recognition for Reviewers

09-20-2024
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Martha C. Tompson, Behind the Writing

In our second installment of our "Ask the Author" Spotlight Series, Martha C. Tompson offers us a unique glimpse into her process.

08-20-2024
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An insightful conversation with Rehman Abdulrehman

Welcome to the first installment of our "Ask the Author" Spotlight, offering a unique glimpse into our writers. Through a series of questions, we'll uncover various aspects of their creative process, their current and upcoming projects, and their inspiration for writing. We'll also explore the challenges and triumphs they faced along the way, and what they hope readers gain from their work.

06-19-2024
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A Clinical Psychologist Goes to the Movies, Part 2

In his second Spotlight article, author Danny Wedding, Ph.D., explores how the movie "Poor Things" can be used to understand psychopathology.

06-14-2024
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Theory of Mind-Still Meaningful Nearly 40 Years Later

Learn how Dr. G.-Jürgen Hogrefe, Chairman and CEO, influenced the field of developmental psychology through his groundbreaking research nearly 40 years ago, in what later became known as "The Smarties Task."

05-23-2024
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Working with family caregivers of people with dementia: The importance of functional thoughts and accepting the unchangeable

Hogrefe author Prof. Dr. Gabriele Wilz explains why integrating techniques from both cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) can bolster family caregivers' resilience.

03-27-2024
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Beyond Spectacle: Mental Health's Depiction in Oscar Worthy Movies

With the 96th Academy Awards approaching, how has Mental Health been depicted in films nominated for the coveted "Best Picture" award?

03-08-2024
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