Lisa C. Walsh
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Publications
Media Coverage
Paralysis of the crowd: Experts weigh in on why bystanders hesitate.
The New Paper
(2025, October 9)
Was the bystander effect to blame in a recent drowning tragedy?
CNA TODAY
(2025, September 12)
How to use your smartphone – and protect your mental health.
U.S. News & World Report
(2025, July 21)
Dare to act differently and be happier
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The Atlantic
(2025, June 12)
Friendship satisfaction is key to happiness ...
SPSP Psychology News Roundup
(2025, March 21)
Friendship satisfaction is key to happiness among single emerging adults.
PsyPost
(2025, March 18)
Marriage, monogamy, and the modern mind.
How God Works Podcast
(2025, March 9)
Best and worst states for singles.
Wallethub (2025, February 11)
"Siento que la compatibilidad con mis amigas ya no es lo que era."
Marie Claire
(2025, January 24)
7 things to add or subtract for happiness, according to science.
The Washington Post
(2024, December 18)
20 minutes to greater social connection
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Psychology Today
(2024, December 11)
7 ways being kind is good for your health and well-being.
Everyday Health
(2024, November 20)
Downgraded or dissolved: What to do when you break-up with your friends.
BBC
(2024, October 25)
Supportive friendships improve well-being of single young adults.
Forbes
(2024, October 23)
Small forms of connection that can have a surprising impact.
Psychology Today
(2024, October 22)
Good friendships crucial to young adults' happiness, study finds.
U.S. News & World Report
(2024, October 3)
Friendships key to single Gen Z happiness, study says.
Newsweek
(2024, October 2)
Satisfying friendships could be key for young, single adults' happiness.
EurekAlert!
(2024, October 2)
The paradox of modern friendships.
IFL Science
(2024, September 17)
Why work should make you less lonely.
Fast Company
(2024, June 18)
Why singles can be just as happy as partnered people.
Psychology Today
(2024, April 26)
The Single Generation.
WNUR News
(2024, February 16)
Here’s the happiness research that stands up to scrutiny.
Scientific American
(2024, January 31)
Scientists scrutinize happiness research
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Big Think
(2024, January 18)
Four ways to be grateful—and happier.
The Atlantic
(2023, November 23)
Are singles less happy?
Statisfied?
(2023, August 31)
Gratitude really is good for you. Here's what the science shows.
The New York Times
(2023, June 8)
Reduce stress and boost happiness with 4 daily gratitude practices
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CNN
(2023, March 11)
New apps aim to douse the social media dumpster fire.
Scientific American
(2023, January 30)
Skip the angry, never-sent letter – try a grateful one instead.
UC Riverside News
(2022, December 15)
The top 10 insights from the "science of a meaningful life" in 2022.
Greater Good Magazine
(2022, December 14)
The science of happiness.
John Stossel TV
(2022, December 13)
New research on feast, thanks, and retail.
ConscienHealth
(2022, November 24)
Six new studies that can help you rediscover gratitude.
Greater Good Magazine
(2022, November 22)
Sonja Lyubomirsky: The How of Happiness.
The Psychology Podcast
(2022, October 27)
One simple way to be happier on your phone.
Techno Sapiens
(2022, October 24)
Dr. Lisa Walsh: Episode 134.
The QTS Experience
(2022, September 28)
9 ways to cope when your "friends" let you down.
Unwanted Life
(2022, August 24)
Gratitude letter for teens.
Greater Good in Action
(2022, June 7)
The science of gratitude.
Mindful Magazine
(2022, February 17)
Harvard wants MBAs to learn how to be happy at work.
The Wall Street Journal
(2022, February 14)
One simple choice enhances the benefits of gratitude.
Psychology Today
(2022, January 17)
Research lead: Oversimplifying effects of tech.
Behavioral Scientist
(2021, December 1)
Can gratitude help you live more sustainably?
Greater Good Magazine
(2021, April 21)
What to expect when you're expecting the worst.
The New York Times
(2021, January 14)
Congratulations, you're average.
Psychology Today
(2020, November 12)
The world's best dive retreats.
Wander Wellness Travel Magazine
(2020, November 2)
Next time you're feeling particularly stressed or anxious ... play Tetris.
Good News Network
(2020, April 17)
Getting good at waiting.
The Guardian
(2020, April 12)
Why gratitude is wasted on Thanksgiving.
The New York Times
(2019, November 23)
You're spending your free time wrong
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CNBC
(2019, November 6)
Are happy workers more productive?
LinkedIn Pulse
(2019, June 19)
Measuring and adapting happiness. Part 2.
BTRtoday. The Daily Beat
(2019, June 13)
Does happiness lead to success? Part 1.
BTRtoday. The Daily Beat
(2019, June 12)
The zen of video games.
NPR. Wow in the World
(2018, December 31)
If you feel thankful, write it down. It's good for your health.
NPR Shots
(2018, December 24)
This emotion can help you eat healthier.
Greater Good Magazine
(2018, December 14)
Can’t stop worrying? Try Tetris to ease your mind.
NPR Shots
(2018, November 5)
Tetris is a great distraction for easing an anxious mind.
Ars Technica
(2018, November 2)
Classic video games can help people achieve flow state.
KQED News
(2018, October 31)
Tetris: It could be the salve for a worried mind.
UC Riverside News
(2018, October 26)
University of California Well-Being Conference Highlights.
SPSP Character & Context
(2017, August 28)
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