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Hating the rich may feel good — and win elections — but it’s self-destructive

With a triumphant Zohran Mamdani taking over as New York City mayor Jan. 1, many of my patients tell me they finally feel “seen” in their...

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Jonathan Alpert

Don’t dread Christmas and Hanukkah gatherings over politics

A patient of mine sat in her car outside her parents’ house on Thanksgiving and rehearsed neutral topics the way someone preps talking points before...

15.12.2025 5

Jonathan Alpert

I asked if Trump Derangement Syndrome is real: I got the death threats in reply proving it is

As soon as I posted a column about examples of TDS I've seen in my psychotherapy practice, the outraged response demonstrated my point with almost...

03.12.2025 100

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Nike’s new slogan is the perfect motto for an anxious America

Nike's shift from 'Just Do It' to 'Why Do It?' reflects America's cultural embrace of hesitation over action, marking a troubling trend in brand...

30.10.2025 4

Jonathan Alpert

Fight the rise of political violence — by calling out victim culture

After the murder of Charlie Kirk, we need leaders who stop modeling grievance and citizens who push back when they hear justifications for violence.

04.10.2025 5

Jonathan Alpert

Why America Medicates Sadness | Opinion

23.09.2025 20

Jonathan Alpert

Minneapolis killer is a warning: We’re coddling our kids into weakness — and rage

I see it every week in my psychotherapy practice: Helplessness mutates into grievance. Victims need villains, and blame always falls on someone else.

06.09.2025 40

Jonathan Alpert

How the Cult of Victimhood Is Poisoning America | Opinion

When grievance becomes virtue, even violence can be celebrated—and America rewards victimhood over responsibility.

03.09.2025 20

Jonathan Alpert

Luigi Mangione case shows how grievance culture has become America's 'license to break the law'

Therapy culture and victimhood mentality are creating a dangerous mindset where people use grievances to justify breaking rules and laws.

23.08.2025 10

Jonathan Alpert

We're Spending $300B a Year on Mental Health. Why Is It Making Us Sicker?

What was once a tool for meaningful change has turned into a comfort industry. Many therapists now prioritize validation over challenging patients to...

21.05.2025 5

Jonathan Alpert

How America can lead itself out of its mental health crisis

I’ve seen patients stuck in a mindset that rewards fragility, elevates victimhood and leaves people feeling powerless rather than giving them the...

24.04.2025 3

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Hating the rich may feel good — and win elections — but it’s self-destructive

Jonathan Alpert

Don’t dread Christmas and Hanukkah gatherings over politics

Jonathan Alpert

I asked if Trump Derangement Syndrome is real: I got the death threats in reply proving it is

Jonathan Alpert

Nike’s new slogan is the perfect motto for an anxious America

Jonathan Alpert

Fight the rise of political violence — by calling out victim culture

Jonathan Alpert

Why America Medicates Sadness | Opinion

Jonathan Alpert

Minneapolis killer is a warning: We’re coddling our kids into weakness — and rage

Jonathan Alpert

How the Cult of Victimhood Is Poisoning America | Opinion

Jonathan Alpert

Luigi Mangione case shows how grievance culture has become America's 'license to break the law'

Jonathan Alpert

We're Spending $300B a Year on Mental Health. Why Is It Making Us Sicker?

Jonathan Alpert

How America can lead itself out of its mental health crisis

Jonathan Alpert