Psychology
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Not just born with it: Self-confidence is a skill that can be strengthened, psychologist says
Psychologist Shilagh Mirgain joined “The Larry Meiller Show” to offer strategies for improving self-confidence, which she emphasized is a skill that can be strengthened.
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In new film ‘Friendship,’ director Andrew DeYoung plumbs the depths of being buddies
When “Friendship” screenwriter Andrew DeYoung recently talked with WPR’s “BETA,” he praised Tim Robinson’s commitment to cringe, discussed drawing inspiration from Terrence Malick films and shared the personal reflection that planted the seed for “Friendship.”
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Men more prone to anger and anger-related consequences, Wisconsin research finds
UW-Green Bay psychologist Ryan Martin researches anger in men. His new analysis finds men get angry more often — and are more likely to feel rage because of not getting what they want.
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Bipartisan bills in Congress would regulate social media use for minors
Recently passed bills would further regulate social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram. The head of a research team looking into the relationships between social media and teenagers explains research around the issue.
