Open Book

What does it mean to forgive, anyway? And do trauma survivors really need to forgive their abusers in order to heal? Read more

We can all derive mental health benefits from podcasts. We asked a handful of therapists which mental health podcasts like best and why—here’s what they... Read more

In 'Wiser Than Me,' Julia Louis-Dreyfus's podcast, accomplished older women generate a free-floating sense of shared sisterhood—like an all-girls slumber... Read more

The stories of four teenagers in the Muscogee Nation illustrates the power of community, myth, and spirituality in healing trauma. Read more

Therapists share the books they've been recommending to clients for inspiration, entertainment, and healing between sessions. Read more

In "Close," director Lukas Dhont illustrates what can happen when society squashes the beautiful, empathic relationships that come naturally to boys. Read more

Director Andrew Haigh’s haunting film All of Us Strangers lays bare the critical role of imagination in healing from traumatic loss. Read more

For therapists, the TV comedy Shrinking is a low-impact escape that still contains echoes of the messy, wrenching work they do. Read more

A wry exploration of how we handle challenges to our egos, even in therapy Read more

Acclaimed poet and essayist Ross Gay considers the “wild and unboundaried solidarity” that joy can bring into our lives. Read more

Do Sarah Brady’s allegations about Jonah Hill undermine the implicit message of Stutz, his documentary about therapy? Read more

A new book from a renowned speech coach invites us to reflect on how we embody our true voices in our lives—and in the therapy room. Read more

In Demon Copperhead, Barbara Kingsolver expands our moral imagination. Read more

It takes a lot of courage and creativity to research one of the most compelling and ineffable human experiences, but Berkeley psychologist Dacher Keltner has... Read more

"Girls on the Brink" presents new knowledge on girls' higher risk for mental health problems—and suggests what parents can do about it. Read more

Gabor Maté's newest book is a reminder of the many ways in which we are not our symptoms. Read more

A new book by physician Haider Warraich reveals the untold story of chronic pain. Read more

In her new memoir, Mary Pipher refuses to dumb down what it takes to create a rewarding life. Read more

Exploring “high conflict” with a bigger picture in mind. Read more

In The Zen of Therapy, psychiatrist Mark Epstein explores what a Buddhist therapy has offered his clients. Read more

A new memoir from celebrated writer Donald Antrim reflects on the nature of suicide. Read more

A new book explores the science of personality change. Read more

Why is it that two or more experts in a given field can look at identical case histories and data and come up with broadly differing assessments and... Read more

It’s a truism that climate change has become an existential crisis. Can a new book by a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist help mitigate ecological despair? Read more

A new book examines how different cultures view mental illness and the stigma that persists in America. Read more

Exploring the intertwined roots of caste and racism in America. Read more

A guide to dealing with the traumas and challenges that can redefine who we are and what we want to do in the world. Read more

The story of the Gavins—a family of 12 children, six of whom suffered from schizophrenia—sheds new light on the nature vs. nurture debate. Read more

A new book explores the reality of home DNA testing and the often unexpected fallouts. Read more

In her new book, author Susannah Cahalan exposes the fabrications of one of psychology’s most famous studies. Read more