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Through the Mind: What Cognitive Science Has to Say on Sexual Fantasy

This article looks at cognitive science and psychological studies that tell us about sexual fantasy, why culture views the issue as unwanted, what shame causes in the body, and why discourse that many people fear having might matter beyond what

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When Revenge Feels Like Justice: The Psychology of Emotional Hurt

Ever wondered why some individuals invest their time in seeking revenge? Why do they have to make sure that justice is served immediately? Human emotions are complex. Understanding and managing them is indeed a task. Human emotions lie on a

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Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED): Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Interventions

After working hard during the day, Aman was driving home. He had faced many challenges and stress while at work, then something happened that surprised him. A cyclist rode in front of his car suddenly. Aman couldn’t believe it! Aman

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Virat Kohli Reveals Struggle With Imposter Syndrome Despite Cricket Success

Cricketer says self-doubt and insecurity continue despite years of international success. Indian cricketer Virat Kohli has opened up about dealing with “imposter syndrome” and emotional pressure despite being one of the most successful athletes in world cricket. Speaking at the

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Pathological Demand Avoidance: Signs, causes and treatment

Stressing over major responsibilities like exams, deadlines and interviews is considered a normal human response. However, feeling anxious over wearing clothes and eating dinner is not a normal human response. For individuals with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA),  even ordinary expectations can

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Behind the Strong Face: Why Men Fear Counselling and Suppress Emotions

A man sits in his car after work, staring at his phone for several minutes. He wants to book a counselling appointment, but instead he locks the screen and drives home silently. Nothing is visible in his life. He goes

Education

Alfred Adler’s Inferiority Complex: From Struggle to Strength

New psychological concepts seldom come about independently; they frequently originate from the personal experiences of the person developing them. This relates to Alfred Adler, one of the earlier forefathers of Psychology and the Father of Individual Psychology. For him, the

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The Psychology of “Teasing Back”: Reciprocity in Sarcasm 

Picture a Friday evening at a crowded dinner table. A group of lifelong friends are in mid-meal when Julian accidentally knocks over a glass of water, drenching the tablecloth. His friend Maya looks up from her pasta and quips, “Brilliant,

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Sarcasm as a Defence Mechanism: Psychology Behind Humour, Avoidance, and Emotional Protection

A friend mutters, “Nice job” after spilling the coffee on someone’s shirt. The remark sounds like a compliment, but the tonality of the statement makes it clear that it is sarcasm at its best. Sarcasm, as learned in figure of

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Masturbation as Stress Relief: Coping Mechanism or Emotional Escape?

Masturbation is a topic that is increasingly given a biopsychosocial perspective in the contemporary landscape of mental health. Although traditionally it belongs to the world of biology or personal pleasure, its use as a means of psychology is important. Self-stimulation,