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Psychology behind Money Dysmorphia

Though you can afford a little champagne, it could be easier than ever to feel like you’re constantly on a beer budget because of the constant barrage of lavish use on social networks. And that’s known as “money dysmorphia.” Although

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Psychology Behind Limerence

Love in all its forms can be confusing. We often think of it as a two-way connection between two people, something that blossoms and grows more strongly with time. But what if that connection was one-way? What if you felt

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8 signs you are an Ambivert, According to Psychology

Nowadays, exploring your personality types has become quite a trend. Generally, personality types categorise people as introverts or extroverts, but what if you oscillate between the two? You might be reserved in some situations and thrivingly social in others. Do

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Indigenisation and Gender Equity in Psychology: Recognizing Diverse Contributions and Voices

Psychology, a field that has been dedicated to the understanding of human mind and behaviour, has been Eurocentric and male dominated. Contributions of male psychologists such as Freud, Jung, Frankl, Maslow are frequently recognized and quoted whereas the significant contributions

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The Psychology Behind Gender Fluidity

Have you ever wondered about your gender? Does it stay the same, or change occasionally? Is there a set way to define yourself, or do we have to stop thinking in black and white? Currently, everyone, especially the young generations is

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The Psychology Behind Name Changes and Identity 

What do you think is the importance of your name? Is it a representation of your identity, or just a simple word? Many of us have had situations where people, either intentionally or unintentionally, mispronounce our names. That doesn’t feel

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The Psychology Behind Long-Distance Relationships

Distance makes the heart grow fonder. We have all heard this phrase and believed in it, and why not? It provides a positive outlook on an otherwise difficult situation. The idea is that when we miss a person, we realize

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Regenerative Positive Psychology: Rethinking Well-Being Beyond the Self

During the last decade, we have seen the integration of positive psychology into our everyday lives. This field has helped us improve individual well-being, happiness, and life satisfaction. However, recently it has started receiving heavy criticism. As our world faces

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The Psychology Behind Decision Fatigue

Making decisions today is a nearly constant activity. From the mundane – choosing what to wear in the morning, to much more important decisions related to work, finance and relationships, the human brain is continuously making decisions. Such an onslaught

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Psychology Behind Self-Fulfilling Prophecies

You may have heard someone say, “If you believe it will happen, it probably will.” That is a great saying that plays off an interesting psychological concept called a self-fulfilling prophecy. The idea that your expectations can be a determining

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