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Stories by Hal Arkowitz

Hal Arkowitz is a psychology professor at the University of Arizona. The authors thank Lori Marino for her generous help with this article. Credit: Sean McCabe

How to Help Children Cope with Divorce

The breakup may be painful, but most kids adjust well over time

June 14, 2016 — Hal Arkowitz and Scott O. Lilienfeld

Can Animals Be Therapeutic?

Is animal-assisted therapy the cat’s meow or a red herring?

September 11, 2015 — Scott O. Lilienfeld and Hal Arkowitz

How to Turn Around Troubled Teens

Research reveals that get-tough tactics may worsen rates of juvenile delinquency

May 23, 2015 — Scott O. Lilienfeld and Hal Arkowitz

Exercises Improve Memory in Older Adults

Researchers have found ways to lessen age-related forgetfulness

March 30, 2015 — Hal Arkowitz and Scott O. Lilienfeld

Mental Illness: How to Spot Fact from Fiction

Sensationalist coverage and our brains contribute to misunderstandings about mental health

March 9, 2015 — Scott O. Lilienfeld and Hal Arkowitz

5 Myths and Facts about Eating Disorders

Getting the facts straight about eating disorders can save lives

January 9, 2015 — Hal Arkowitz and Scott O. Lilienfeld

Is Mindfulness Good Medicine?

Mindfulness meditation can help alleviate depression and possibly anxiety

September 5, 2014 — Hal Arkowitz and Scott O. Lilienfeld

The Truth about Shock Therapy

Electroconvulsive therapy is a reasonably safe solution for some severe mental illnesses

May 1, 2014 — Scott O. Lilienfeld and Hal Arkowitz

Is Depression Just Bad Chemistry?

The disorder is complex and has so far eluded a simple biological explanation

March 31, 2014 — Hal Arkowitz and Scott O. Lilienfeld

Why "Just Say No" Doesn't Work

A popular program for preventing teen drug use does not help. Here's what does

January 13, 2014 — Scott O. Lilienfeld and Hal Arkowitz

Self-Cutters May Be Seeking Pain Relief

People who intentionally hurt themselves are often seeking relief from pain

November 25, 2013 — Hal Arkowitz and Scott O. Lilienfeld

Hoarding Can Be a Deadly Business

If parting with possessions is a serious problem, you can now be officially diagnosed with hoarding disorder

September 5, 2013 — Scott O. Lilienfeld and Hal Arkowitz

Can Herbs Ease Anxiety and Depression?

Some plant-based remedies may stand in for conventional ones, but most lack scientific support as treatments for psychological problems

August 6, 2013 — Hal Arkowitz and Scott O. Lilienfeld

Are Doctors Diagnosing Too Many Kids with ADHD?

Some boys may be labeled incorrectly with the condition, but undertreatment may be the bigger problem

May 1, 2013 — Scott O. Lilienfeld and Hal Arkowitz

Is Divorce Bad for Children?

The breakup may be painful, but most kids adjust well over time

March 19, 2013 — Hal Arkowitz and Scott O. Lilienfeld

A Dose of Narcissism Can Be Useful

The sharp sword of narcissism can cut both ways

February 5, 2013 — Scott O. Lilienfeld and Hal Arkowitz

Memory in Old Age Can Be Bolstered

Researchers have found ways to lessen age-related forgetfulness

November 13, 2012 — Hal Arkowitz and Scott O. Lilienfeld

Are All Psychotherapies Created Equal?

Certain core benefits cut across methods, but some differences in effectiveness remain

September 13, 2012 — Scott O. Lilienfeld and Hal Arkowitz

Do Kids Get Bipolar Disorder?

Psychiatrists may be pinning this label on too many children, but the problem has not gone away

July 3, 2012 — Hal Arkowitz and Scott O. Lilienfeld

Does Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Require Trauma?

Revisiting the role of trauma in PTSD

May 7, 2012 — Scott O. Lilienfeld and Hal Arkowitz

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