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Health

How to Tell If You’re Experiencing Hypochondria (And What to Do)

Think of illness anxiety disorder, commonly known as hypochondria, as your brain’s alarm system getting stuck in the “on” position when it comes to health concerns. It’s not just being careful about your health – it’s when that careful attention

Awareness

7 Subtle Traits of Charismatic People, According to Psychology

Charisma is often viewed as the ability of an individual to influence and attract the people around them. Charismatic people can walk into a room and completely own it without even trying. They possess a particular set of skills that

Relationship

What Happens When You Let a Third Party Control Your Conflicts

Imagine being part of a reality show in which the plot is a messy entanglement of misunderstandings, half-truths and drama-and here’s the twist: no one gets the final rose, the only certain thing is chaos. Welcome to the world of

Therapy

Why Integrative Therapy Could Be a Game-Changer for Mental Health

Psychology, as a field, deals with the complexities of human behaviour and recognizes its inherently dynamic nature. Therefore, an approach as adaptable and versatile as the individuals it serves is essential. Rigidity doesn’t align well with psychology—neither as a subject

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Why “Should” Statements Cause Guilt and Self-Doubt

Should Statements be errors of cognition that lead to feelings of guilt, and self-doubt and elicit perfectionism and self-criticism? Individuals manifesting anxiety and depression symptoms often engage in self-talk which includes “I should have” or “I ought to”. These cognitive

Relationship

Are You Addicted to Falling in Love? Here’s What That Means

Who better than Ted Mosby to explain emophilia? Ted Mosby falls in love quickly with a heart as open as the New York City skies. On the lookout for his “the one”, Ted wears his heart on his sleeve. The

Education

Bandwagon Effect

We have always heard the phrase ‘human beings are social animals’. This means that our social interactions and opinions have a profound effect on us, our beliefs, and our thinking patterns. This tendency to adopt something because everyone else in

Awareness

Why You Think Everyone’s Watching You: Spotlight Effect

Have you ever heard the song Every Breath You Take by The Police? The lyrics go like this: “Every breath you take  And every move you make  Every bond you break  Every step you take  I’ll be watching you  Every

Relationship

Beyond Clichés: Real Insights for Building Healthy, Fulfilling Relationships

Relationships are complex, unique, and deeply personal. Yet the advice that is so readily handed out to help navigate these complex emotions can feel almost generic, repetitive, and—let’s just say it—full of clichés. We all hear them: “Never go to

Education

The Psychology of Elections: Inside the Minds of Voters

Democratic elections have always been quite exciting and often play on the keys of engaging the hopes, fears, and passions of whole populations. From Barack Obama’s inspirational 2008 election to Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign and victory, Narendra Modi’s 2014 victory,