Many prominent theorists have argued that accurate perceptions of the self, the world, and
the future are essential for mental health. Yet considerable research evidence suggests that …

Evidence for the role of affective states in social judgments is reviewed, and a new
integrative theory, the affect infusion model (AIM), is proposed as a comprehensive …

In this paper, we integrate recent theoretical and empirical developments in predictive
coding and active inference accounts of interoception (including the Embodied Predictive …

We propose that depression can be viewed as an adaptation to conserve energy after the
perceived loss of an investment in a vital resource such as a relationship, group identity, or …

We present a revision of the 1978 reformulated theory of helplessness and depression and
call it the hopelessness theory of depression. Although the 1978 reformulation has …

Psychological studies show that most people are overconfident about their own relative
abilities, and unreasonably optimistic about their futures (eg, Neil D. Weinstein, 1980; Shelly …

It is assumed that people seek positive self-regard; that is, they are motivated to possess,
enhance, and maintain positive self-views. The cross-cultural generalizability of such …

Presents a valuable new approach to research and treatment of psychological disorders•
Offers new and creative ideas to clinicians to develop their clinical skills• Provides an …

When experience with uncontrollable events gives rise to the expectation that events in the
future will also elude control, disruptions in motivation, emotion, and learning may ensue." …

Most of us believe that facing the complete truth about ourselves is the cornerstone of mental
health. But, argues one of the world's most distinguished social psychologists, the opposite …