Here are half a dozen recent research studies broadly on aspects of cognitive-behavioural therapy - computer delivery for addiction, a couple on therapist competence, CBT for compulsive shopping, a systematic review of CBT and chronic fatigue syndrome, and a broad based depression education and problem solving intervention for people suffering from cancer.

Carroll, K. M., S. A. Ball,...

I spent a bit of time exploring Cambridge University's Autism Research Centre (ARC) website recently.  It's fascinating and helpful in so many ways.  ARC apparently has over 30 research scientists and support staff.  The website links to a series of freely downloadable research papers and assessment questionnaires.  One of the two directors of ARC is Professor Simon Baron-Cohen, author of...

Relationships are crucial.  They are crucial in promoting resilience to stress, and they are crucial in enhancing wellbeing and happiness.  Research suggests that all three of social support, social integration and (inversely) social conflict contribute to self-esteem and health.  The relationship...