Parkside Psychological Services

Parkside Psychological Services Parkside Psychological Services is dedicated to serving people of all ages and needs.

The team of talented providers is committed to understanding the root of client’s concerns and working with them to bring about effective change.

Do you have a sense of humor when it comes to little mistakes, like forgetting someone's name? Laughing at yourself may ...
05/27/2026

Do you have a sense of humor when it comes to little mistakes, like forgetting someone's name? Laughing at yourself may be more effective than feeling embarrassed.

Research finds that laughing at yourself after a minor, harmless mistake makes others see you as more warm, competent, and authentic than showing embarrassment.

New research from APA looks into how people prefer their therapy--in-person or through telehealth. About half of respond...
05/22/2026

New research from APA looks into how people prefer their therapy--in-person or through telehealth. About half of respondents want to come in-person, while 27% want online only, leaving about a quarter of people wanting a hybrid between the two options.

Do you like coming into the office or calling in from wherever you are?

Some patients are more likely than others to use telehealth or hybrid services.

Looking to amp up your dating profile? Telling a story about your life may be a better way to get more interest than lis...
05/19/2026

Looking to amp up your dating profile? Telling a story about your life may be a better way to get more interest than listing your best traits.

Research shows that dating profiles written as personal stories—not bullet-point lists—spark greater empathy and romantic interest by creating emotional connection.

New research has found that coffee--even decaf--can have a powerful impact on both your gut and your brain, influencing ...
05/12/2026

New research has found that coffee--even decaf--can have a powerful impact on both your gut and your brain, influencing your mood and stress levels.

Next time you are in our waiting room, grab a cup!

Coffee doesn’t just energize—it actively reshapes the gut and mind. Researchers found that both caffeinated and decaf coffee altered gut bacteria in ways linked to better mood and lower stress. Decaf even improved learning and memory, while caffeine boosted focus and reduced anxiety. Together, t...

Many of us can benefit from a digital detox, but some new research has shown that there may be trade offs. Though you ma...
05/08/2026

Many of us can benefit from a digital detox, but some new research has shown that there may be trade offs. Though you may be more relaxed without that endless doom scrolling, there are benefits to connectivity. What do you think about taking a break from social media?

A comprehensive review of thousands of study participants reveals that temporarily quitting social media doesn't routinely boost happiness or lower stress. Researchers suggest that totally disconnecting might not be the most effective way to improve mental wellness.

We admit it... we can still barely understand what 6-7 means. But we do understand why slang is important, especially fo...
04/30/2026

We admit it... we can still barely understand what 6-7 means. But we do understand why slang is important, especially for teens, in defining their identities. Learn more here about how the words you use mean more than you may think.

Slang use sheds light on identity and belonging in a fast-paced digital world.

Are you an optimist or a pessimist? If you are looking for more reasons to look on the bright side, here's a little advi...
04/28/2026

Are you an optimist or a pessimist? If you are looking for more reasons to look on the bright side, here's a little advice (and a fun quiz if you aren't sure where you stand on the spectrum).

A glass-half-full outlook can keep you engaged and hopeful in hard times. Take this quiz to find out your level of optimism, then learn how to train yourself to become more optimistic.

Can toxic people actually influence your lifespan. New research points to an influence on your cellular age.
04/23/2026

Can toxic people actually influence your lifespan. New research points to an influence on your cellular age.

Toxic relationships may be aging you faster than you think. New research reveals difficult people in your life could accelerate biological aging by 1.5%.

We are always trying to cut down the amount of time we spend looking at our phones, but it often seems like an endless b...
04/20/2026

We are always trying to cut down the amount of time we spend looking at our phones, but it often seems like an endless battle. Here are some tips on how to stop the endless scroll.

So you want to spend less time on your phone. How do you do that when it's designed to suck you in? Life Kit spoke to experts in behavioral science, psychology and technology for real-world advice.

If there was one thing that could slow aging and help you live longer, would you do it? Let's say it also could help oth...
04/17/2026

If there was one thing that could slow aging and help you live longer, would you do it?

Let's say it also could help others in the process?

New research on the link between volunteering and slowing aging could be a key to extending life span.

A new study says that volunteering can actually slow down aging at the cellular level—here's what to know.

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Lake Forest, IL
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