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Capgras Syndrome: The Delusion of Doppelganger

Capgras Syndrome is a rare condition in which a person is perceived as the duplicate of a family member or loved one. This delusion can hamper daily functioning and affect both the patient and the person disillusioned as a doppelganger.

Positive Self Help

Managing Dismissive Behaviour: Tips for Better Communication

Dismissive behaviour is an interpersonal relationship that can significantly impact interactions with another individual that is something off. Recognizing and understanding listening is critical for posting a healthy connection and improving communications. This article explains the various factors of dismissive

Health

Fregoli Delusion: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

The Fregoli delusion is named after the actor Italian Leopoldo Fregoli. It is a psychiatric disorder characterized by rare, fixed, and unidentified beliefs. The belief is that different people are the same person in disguise or are merely taking on

Awareness Self Help

The Psychology of Dangerous Behaviour

The mind in its own place, and in itself can make a heaven of Hell, a hell of Heaven. By-John Milton, Poet Our minds can be unpredictable which can lead to us taking dangerous actions, that are unethical, scary and

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Study Reveals Adolescent Boys’ Aggression Linked to Perceived Threats to Masculinity

This study from Duke University led by Stanaland, a doctoral student, was reported in the Journal of Developmental Science and shows that some adolescent boys may also respond aggressively when they believe their masculinity is under threat. These aggressive responses

Education

Overconfidence vs. Underestimation: The Psychological Trap of the Dunning-Kruger Effect

You might have come across people, who are misinformed about their competency. For example, an under-confident employee might avoid applying for a promotion, even though they have the qualifications and skills needed for the role. Conversely, a competent employee who’s

Industrial Life Style

8 Habits of Successful Decision Makers, According to Psychology

Decision-making is an important skill that plays a vital role in every aspect of our lives. From being a kid deciding a birthday party theme to as an adult making career choices, making decisions has an effective contribution. It is

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Conflict Resolution Strategies and Skills

Conflict resolution is the process where two or more individuals or groups try to find a mutual solution to a conflict. Conflict is a disagreement or difference between ideas or opinions of two or more individuals or groups. For example,

Awareness Relationship

The Psychology Behind the Silent Treatment

Silent treatment is a frame of passionate mishandling where one individual denies communicating with another. This gesture can beget confusion, stress, and emotional pain. Understanding the psychology behind the silent treatment can help you feel it, address it, and ease

Positive Self Help

How to Emotionally Detach Yourself from Someone?

Imagine you have a friend who constantly finds fault with everything you do. They make you feel unworthy. Your friendship with that friend has been long yet you don’t feel they are a safe space. The relationship is turning toxic