From leaking pipes to Nobel laureates—an unexpected email reminds me how absurd and astonishing life’s twists can be.

At the 55th Reunião da Sociedade Brasileira de Psicologia, I discovered Brazil’s innovative and community-focused psychology research.

Much of psychology’s most valuable data is already out there — forgotten on old servers. Our new project unites nine European studies and over 50,000 participants to show how harmonizing existing data can unlock fresh insights into mental health and resilience, without starting from scratch.

When global health emergencies hit, healthcare workers face intense pressure that can strain their mental health. Our study of over 2,000 workers reveals most respond with resilience — their stress levels match the challenges they face.