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Awareness Education

Neuroinflammation and Its Effects on Mental Health

A swollen ankle, a red wound, or a fever is easily detected as an inflammatory response because they are visible or readily experienced. But what happens if there is inflammation inside the brain? Could this affect how one feels, thinks,

Relationship

Self-Distancing: The Psychology of Talking to Yourself in Third Person

Scientists’ research finds that when an individual experiences intense emotional reactions, talking to oneself aloud in the third person while pretending another person is present is a superior emotion regulation approach. A solution exists to reverse this situation: use third-person self-reference.

Crime

Inside the Criminal Mind: Why True Crime Fascinates Us 

Today, suspense and thrillers are some of the most watched genres. A criminal event is terrifying in real life. Yet, millions love to watch documentaries and read books on criminology. The emotionally engaging content attracts a great audience. This fascination demonstrates

Education

Cultural Bias in Forensic Psychological Evaluations

Imagine the scenario of two individuals who both engaged in the same illegal activity. As a matter of fact, during the interviews, neither individual maintained eye contact, neither spoke before pausing briefly to consider their answers, and neither seemed to

Awareness Education

Most Controversial Debates in Modern Psychology 

As an example, consider two children born and raised in the same home environment. The children attend the same school, receive the same opportunities, and live with the same parents. Despite all of this, one develops anxiety, and another is immune to

Industrial

The DISC Test: A Simple Guide to the Four Personality Types 

Personality is at the heart of understanding human behaviour, serving as a primary focus in psychological study for centuries. Personality refers to the unique combination of characteristics that defines an individual. It differs from person to person, yet they might

Positive

10 Psychology-Backed Habits for a Happier, More Fulfilling Life

Happiness is something that one feels can only be realised upon reaching a particular milestone in their lives. These milestones may include a promotion, a salary increase, graduation, or owning an ideal house. However, the joy that one gets from accomplishing

Awareness Research

Capgras Syndrome: When Loved Ones Become Imposters

Have you ever wondered how it is that we recognise someone as a loved one? The poets would absolutely say something like ‘my heart recognises them’, but when we really think about it, it all comes down to seeing them and

Education

The Peter Experiment and the Psychology of Fear

Have you experienced being scared and panicked as you narrowly dodge a speeding car while driving, and a similar reaction to something as “irrational” as a dog or a spider? To our nervous system, both events are identical; it senses

Awareness Self Help

How to Set Healthy Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty

Has there been any time that you have done things against your will out of guilt for having to refuse? For example, imagine agreeing to work late after an already exhausting day or saying yes to a friend’s request despite