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The Psychology of Donations: Empathy or Hidden Motives?

When we examine society, its evils always stand out. Social evils often overshadow the good and neutrality present in society, causing immense misery worldwide. The abundance of darkness in the world still fails to prevail in its entirety because of

Therapy

Can Therapy Make You Worse? Signs, Statistics, and What to Watch Out For

That knot in Ananya’s stomach every Tuesday afternoon is still fresh in her memory. It was a day of therapy with Dr Mitchell. Every appointment left her feeling worse, not better. After struggling through it for eight months, the truth

Awareness

The Psychology Behind Marginalisation

Marginalisation is not just about separation or lack of power; it is feeling invisible, as if one’s existence doesn’t matter. When a child is denied education or an individual is denied occupation, or even when an entire community is denied

Social

Mindful Consumption: How to Shop Consciously and Avoid Impulse Buying During Sales

In this materialistic world, we often find ourselves buying more than required. This world today thrives on constant marketing and consumerism, because of which we may find ourselves swept up in the thrill of shopping and, more so, in the

Relationship Social

Why Adult Friendships End: Emotional Compatibility and Life Changes

Adult friendships take up the majority of our lives. While they are highly rewarding, they can also be very fragile. Friendships are unlike family ties or romantic relationships, which are bound by obligation and social reinforcement; they exist because of

Education

Understanding Objective, Semi-Projective, and Projective Tests in Psychology

Psychological testing has its beginnings during the ancient world, particularly the Chinese imperial examination system of circa 2200 B.C., which tested candidates’ knowledge in the areas of governance and law (History of Psychological Testing, 2025). But it was in the

Life Style Social

Stress and Emotional Regulation in Reality TV Show Environments

Isn’t it fun to take a break from the hustle and bustle of life, sit back on the couch and drift off into a whole other world of reality TV shows? A world og glitz and glamour where individuals with

Awareness

The Psychology of Social Isolation and Its Impact on Mental Health

We’ve all heard the popular saying, “Humans are social animals”. We, by nature, crave interactions with others. In fact, we are dependent on these interactions for our survival. However, there are a large number of individuals who are unable to enjoy

Awareness

Silent Danger: How Passive Smoking Harms Children’s Mental Health and Development

Passive smoking, or secondhand smoke (SHS), is often dismissed as a nuisance, but for children, it is a silent killer. It quietly infiltrates their homes and minds. While the physical damages and effects of SHS are well-documented, its psychological impacts

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Behind the Spotlight: How Reality TV Impacts Child Stars’ Mental Health

Behind the cloak of fame, there lies an unseen agony, especially for child reality stars entering their turn in front of the camera before they have the time to fully understand the repercussions. While millions watch for the entertainment factor,