Depression, a word that defines a deep and incapacitating internal sadness, is the same that many don’t associate with the social context in which we live. The fact of the matter is that we’re social beings and context is as…
Somatic symptom disorders bring to light the difficulty of separating the effects that the body and mind have on a person’s health. The strong interconnection between these two dimensions hinders the diagnosis and treatment of these types of disorders.
The smell of coffee is a delight and it stimulates us. There’s nothing more comforting than taking in the aroma of coffee in the mornings. It’s a pleasure for all the senses, the palate, and our brain. In fact, a…
Sleepwalking is a sleep disorder that makes a person get up from bed at night and even talk while they’re sleeping. In fact, the person may act normal, as if they were awake, and family members are usually scared that…
Alex Honnold represents one of the most enigmatic neuroscience cases. He is the exception to the rule. Most people have the fear of falling. This is why even newborn babies experience upheavals if they feel they’re falling.
Everyone has a group of people they share interests, work, and other passions with. It’s essential for our own personal development. Collective strength provides us with security and power and helps us feel good about ourselves. However, it also conditions…
Consciousness is a complex cognitive process. It has a lot of interesting topics that catch the attention of professionals in psychology, like some disorders that are able to alter human consciousness. One of the most studied ones is the twilight…
The relationship between self-concept and sexuality is based on the answer to certain questions, such as: “Do you like your body, consider yourself attractive, think you are a good lover and enjoy your relationships?” We can determine if we have…
Raising children is no easy task. The little ones are humans in development that learn little by little with the help of their parents. They learn to regulate their emotions and control their behavior. Parents could embark on this process…
“Utopia” is a common word in our everyday life. It’s a useful argument or counterargument when discussing ideal or hypothetical societies. However, it may have a much deeper meaning than what our society shows us. This is why it’s important…
Guilt is a healthy feeling, in principle. Although it generates discomfort, it’s a mechanism associated with self-criticism. It’s inevitable that sometimes we act erroneously and consequently hurt others. In those cases, blame warns us that we have to make amends.…
There are still many parents who justify using blame as a parenting style. They think that rewards and punishment are the fundamental basis for a proper education. This is true, especially in the early ages. However, it’s imperative to understand…