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Motivation Self Help

The “Rubber Band Effect”: Why Some People Fall Back Into Old Habits After Progress 

Change is hard. Indeed. Whether it’s about committing to a healthier lifestyle or adopting better study habits, many people find themselves slipping back into old patterns despite all the good efforts. This is known as the Rubber Band Effect, where

Therapy

Therapist’s Genuineness

Research indicates that, the greater the degree of caring, prizing, accepting, and valuing the client, in a non-possessive way, the greater the chance that therapy will be successful (Corey, 1986). Psychology, during the formative years of education talks about the

Research

The Lifetime Burden of Dementia Is Much Higher

Research shows a sharp increase in the incidence of dementia, especially with an aging population. In a Nature Medicine study, the lifetime risk of developing dementia after age 55 is about 42%. It is considerably higher for women, Black people,

Awareness

When Expectations Become Reality: Exploring the Pygmalion Effect

Expectations are defined as a beliefs system which is future- centred in nature and acts as a driving tool for progression in our society. Philosophers such as Maarten Maartensz (2005) describe expectations as being personal and based on our life

Parenting

Happy Parenting

Our children are like seeds, seeds with life waiting to express itself. They only need the right environment, not a manual to grow to their full potential. But what if the environment turns toxic, the water is too much, the

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Tips for First-Time Parents

Taking on the life role of a parent is a dream realized for many, but it can also feel like a continuous internal battle, disheartening even the strongest-minded individuals. Whether you’ve recently given birth or are in the last stretch

Health

Orthosomnia: How Tracking Sleep Can Lead To Insomnia  

Sleep is an important human biological process that has a direct impact on overall health, mental performance, and emotional stability. With the advent of wearables and mobile apps that are accountable for monitoring one’s sleep-state pattern and increasing awareness, most

Life Style

The Psychology of Panic Buying During Global Crises 

Global crises impact people in various ways, and the COVID-19 pandemic has been no exception. In the beginning, we all went through a period of uncertainty. That uncertainty affects each person differently, and each adopts various strategies to adapt to

Positive

Why is it so hard to be Positive?

Did you ever find yourself wondering about someone who insulted you or what went wrong at your job? Or maybe thinking about the problems that you keep on facing in your life? Just general negative thoughts popping up in your

Parenting

The Psychological effects of Over-praising Children

Praise and encouragement are essential components of a child’s development, which play a crucial role in fostering self-worth, motivation, as well as enhancing a positive self-image. Everything in a limit sounds good. As much as praising is important, too much