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Recent Publications
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The New York Times | Psychology of Productivity
Why burnout isn't about working harder, but about working against your brain. Christal explores the science of sustainable habits and how to build a life that doesn't require you to run on empty.
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Newsweek | 5 Kids' Books to Raise a Generation of Boys Who Respect Women
Modern masculinity starts with emotional intelligence. Christal recommends books that help parents raise boys who understand empathy, accountability, and healthy relationships without sacrificing their sense of self.
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Upworthy | 7 Personality Traits of People Who Walk Fast
From the speed you move through the grocery store to how you approach your inbox, small behavioral patterns reveal deeper personality traits. Christal unpacks the psychology of urgency, conscientiousness, and what walking pace says about how we show up in the world.
Global Reach
Christal’s insights have been shared internationally, reaching readers across France, Spain, Greece, and Italy. Her work has appeared in publications such as Le Journal des Femmes and Lecturas, helping bring evidence-based psychology to millions of people navigating modern mental-health challenges in their own languages and cultural contexts.
About Christal
Christal Castagnozzi, M.Psy., C.Psych., is a registered psychologist and the Clinical Director of Thrive Psychology Health Team in Scarborough, Ontario. She specializes in neurodivergence and trauma-informed care, bridging clinical science with lived experience to make psychology more accessible. A Scarborough-raised mom of three, Christal is passionate about helping children, teens, and adults feel supported, understood, and a sense of belonging within their communities.