Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. Overthinking is the habit of excessively analyzing, dwelling on or worrying ...

Struggling with constant overthinking? Learn practical, doctor-backed tips to calm your mind, reduce anxiety, and regain ...

Research uncovers a surprising new way to switch from unhelpful rumination to relaxed, positive thinking. Many people come to therapy wanting to manage their tendency to overthink. They may say things ...

Ever find yourself caught in a relentless loop of "what ifs," dissecting every past conversation, or endlessly weighing pros and cons until you're paralyzed by indecision? Welcome to the world of ...

The tendency to replay conversations can also come from experiences rooted in early relational environments. This is ...

“I’ve lived through some terrible things in my life, some of which actually happened.” —Mark Twain The legendary Mark Twain captured how human minds travel through time to confront future fears or ...

In today’s fast-moving world, negative thoughts can easily take over our minds. These simple, practical habits can help you ...

Ruminating on negative thoughts is a major distraction that undermines leadership abilities by internalizing negative feedback and altering self-perception. Reframing negative thoughts and carving out ...

BOSTON - A special type of treatment could help teenagers who suffer from depression and it does not involve medication. Rumination or overthinking is a common feature of depression in which people ...