Psychology & The Mind

Dan Ariely, professor of psychology and behavioral economics at Duke University, talks about why saving money is so difficult for many people and how simple changes in policy can make it easier to do. Ariely is the author of The Upside of Irrationality, Predictably Irrational and The (Honest) Truth About Dishonesty. Continue

Renowned British author, speaker and sought-after coach Dr. Robert Holden offers viewers a program of change and transformation, of hope and personal evolution, and a plan for making a shift to a more authentic, successful, joyful and happy life. With six proven “Principles and Practices,” Dr. Holden explores the difference between searching for happiness and following your joy. Continue

Take a journey through the aging brain with Dr. John Zeisel and explore the possibilities of learning and connection at any stage of life. Demystifying the complex and emotionally charged topic of aging and the brain with heart, humor and emotional stories, Dr. Zeisel brings together proven strategies to help anyone get the most out of later life. Continue

Can science help us understand why some people commit horrific acts of mass murder? Continue

Mayim Bialik is an Emmy-nominated actress best known for her roles in the series "Blossom" and "The Big Bang Theory." So in her case, her science is actually her secret life. Mayim is the proud possessor of a doctorate in Neuroscience from UCLA and continues to develop curricula and teach young children about science. Continue

Can science help us understand why some people commit horrific acts of mass murder? Continue

Larry Rosenblum is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of California Riverside. He specializes in studying our perceptual abilities and how our senses can work together to give us unexpected "super powers." When he hangs up his lab coat for the day, Larry's super power is that he's a magician. Continue

Mayim Bialik is an Emmy-nominated actress best known for her roles in the series "Blossom" and "The Big Bang Theory." So in her case, her science is actually her secret life. Mayim is the proud possessor of a doctorate in Neuroscience from UCLA and continues to develop curricula and teach young children about science. Continue

From Columbine to Virginia Tech to Sandy Hook, school shootings seem to follow an eerily similar pattern. Kip Kinkel did not kill himself and was not killed by the police. Frontline brings us his confession. It is a rare record of what one school shooter claims was his motivation -- in his own words. This excerpt is disturbing and may not be appropriate for younger viewers. Continue