TED Talks
TED: Lessons from my father, Alexey Navalny | Dasha Navalnaya
Dasha Navalnaya is the daughter of Alexey Navalny, the politician and leader of the Russian opposition to Vladimir Putin. Sharing the story of her father's poisoning, persecution and current imprisonment, she details what it was like...
SciShow
Do Animals Cry?
Plenty of animals have tears that moisturize their eyes. But does that mean they’re sad? Quick Questions explains!
SciShow
Where Do Our Facial Expressions Come From?
Our facial expressions convey a lot about our emotions, but why? Hank explores how our evolution has helped form how we communicate with our faces. Hosted by: Hank Green
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: How to manage your emotions | TED-Ed
After a week of studying, you feel confident that you'll ace your exam. But when you get your grade back, it's much lower than you expected. You're devastated, and the disappointment is hard to shake. Should you be trying to look on the...
SciShow
Why Having a Baby Can Cause Depression in Both Parents
Having a baby is almost always stressful, but it can sometimes be worse than that, and postpartum depression doesn’t just affect mothers.
Be Smart
The Only Animal That Weeps
Why do we cry? It's weird. Humans leak water out of their faces when they get sad. Are we the only animals that do this? What does it mean? What is it for? Here's the science of human tears!
TED Talks
TED: The history of human emotions | Tiffany Watt Smith
The words we use to describe our emotions affect how we feel, says historian Tiffany Watt Smith, and they've often changed (sometimes very dramatically) in response to new cultural expectations and ideas. Take nostalgia, for instance:...
TED Talks
TED: Depression, the secret we share | Andrew Solomon
The opposite of depression is not happiness, but vitality, and it was vitality that seemed to seep away from me in that moment. In a talk equal parts eloquent and devastating, writer Andrew Solomon takes you to the darkest corners of his...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: A brief history of melancholy - Courtney Stephens
If you are a living, breathing human being, chances are you have felt sad at least a few times in your life. But what exactly is melancholy, and what (if anything) should we do about it? Courtney Stephens details our still-evolving...
TED Talks
Andres Lozano: Parkinson's, depression and the switch that might turn them off
Deep brain stimulation is becoming very precise. This technique allows surgeons to place electrodes in almost any area of the brain, and turn them up or down -- like a radio dial or thermostat -- to correct dysfunction. Andres Lozano...
SciShow
The Lesser-Known Symptoms of Depression
Depression is not just feeling hopeless or apathetic, there are lots more symptoms that we aren’t familiar with.
SciShow
What Makes A Meme Go Viral?
Lots of funny and iconic memes arrive suddenly and overwhelmingly in our internet life, but what's the science behind why those memes go viral?
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: What is depression? - Helen M. Farrell
Depression is the leading cause of disability in the world; in the United States, close to ten percent of adults struggle with the disease. But because it's a mental illness, it can be a lot harder to understand than, say, high...
SciShow
Why Is It So Hard to Let Go of Grudges?
We all have some displeasing memories from the past that still make our blood boil. Why are those grudges so hard to let go of?
SciShow
Your Brain on Retail Therapy
After a bad day, you might feel like you deserve a treat and order that pair of shoes you've had your eye on. But psychologists have wondered if that impulse purchase can end up leaving you feeling more unfulfilled than happy.
SciShow
How Do You Define A Disorder?
The tremendous complexity of the human brain makes it difficult for psychologists to pin down exactly how and why things go wrong, so how do we define and diagnose disorders?
SciShow
The Secret World of Temper Tantrums
Temper tantrums are more complex than just a toddler's unbridled rage. And recent research into what toddlers are thinking and feeling can help us better support kids’ healthy development!
Crash Course
Depressive and Bipolar Disorders: Crash Course Psychology
Not sleeping for days on end. Long periods of euphoria. Racing thoughts. Grandiose ideas. Mania. Depression. All of these are symptoms of Bipolar Disorder. In this episode of Crash Course Psychology, Hank talks about mood disorders and...
Wonderscape
Understanding Sadness vs. Depression: A Guide to Mental Health Awareness
New ReviewSocial-Emotional Learning My Well Being_ Are You Depressed V1-0001 This video explores the distinction between sadness and depression, highlighting the natural cycle of emotions humans experience. It emphasizes the importance of...
Curated Video
Former ambassador to Cuba on Fidel Castro's death
Mark Entwistle, Canada's ambassador to Cuba from 1993 to 1997, shares thoughts on Castro's passing
Curated Video
Binary Domain Walkthrough Part 33 - Secret Resistance Base
Howcast - Share a private moment with Faye in Binary Domain, the squad-based third-person shooter from Yakuza Studio.
Bedtime History
The Epic of Gilgamesh | Mesopotamia
Travel back to ancient Mesopotamia to hear one of the oldest stories ever written—the Epic of Gilgamesh! In this episode, we’ll follow Gilgamesh, a strong and powerful king, as he goes on a journey to find friendship, wisdom, and the...
Curated Video
How Having a Baby Affects Mothers Mentally
Having a baby is a profoundly transformative experience. For new mothers, it involves significant changes in both the body and the brain. These range from hormonal fluctuations that affect mood to societal pressures that can contribute...
Curated Video
The Universe of Music: Exploring the Impact of Music in Our Lives
In this video, Nova takes kids on a magical tour of the universe of music. They explore how music impacts our lives, from expressing emotions to developing skills and bringing people together. Through examples of music in nature and...