Psychological

Articles about emotional challenges that arise during midlife transitions and changes. Topics include confidence, relationships, fertility, depression, and the urge for personal reinvention.

Advice on Coping with Depression in Midlife

When sadness persists in midlife, it might be depression—here's what to watch for and how to get help.

Coping with Feelings of Dissatisfaction in Midlife

Midlife dissatisfaction often stems from careers taken by default, here's how to handle it when work no longer feels right.

Coping with Feelings of Inadequacy in Midlife

Why midlife feelings of inadequacy happen and how to be kinder to yourself about unmet expectations.

Coping with the End of Your Fertile Years

How to process the emotional and physical changes as your reproductive years come to an end.

Loss of Confidence When You Reach Middle Age

Why middle age can shake your confidence and how to rebuild it when self-doubt takes hold.

The Temptation of Unfaithfulness in Midlife

Why some people cheat during midlife and how insecurity, neglect, and restlessness can strain long-term relationships.

Understanding the Desire to Recreate Yourself in Midlife

Why some people feel driven to reinvent themselves during middle age and what that impulse really means.