Psychology is one of the most fascinating sciences that exist. Understanding the reasons for our behaviour, the mysteries of personality and the mind, understanding what processes lie behind intelligence, how we develop, or even discovering how to improve our relationships, are just some of the things revealed by this enriching discipline, which we put within your reach.
If you’ve ever felt like you were going crazy or that you were in a dream or in a bubble, you may have suffered an episode of depersonalization. The main characteristic of depersonalization disorder are persistent or recurring depersonalization episodes.…
What determines a person’s intelligence? Many experts and studies state that your IQ is mainly a matter of your genetic makeup. Nevertheless, the relationship isn’t always as direct or as clear as it would appear. The truth is that there…
Some people have a condition called hyperhidrosis (or excessive sweating) that almost always leads to embarrassment in social situations. Thus, it’s not surprising to hear that this excessive sweating problem could take a toll on people’s self-esteem. This Spanish-language article…
Many people want to boost their self-control. The problem is that many of them don’t have enough willpower to do it. Having the motivation isn’t always enough if you don’t go about it in the right way. Luckily, there are…
Nowadays, there are many therapies to choose from if you’re in need of psychological help. Each therapy has a different degree of effectiveness and no one really knows which the most effective one is. To address that problem, a group…
An egocentric personality is usually linked to arrogance, ambition, and, in some cases, exhibitionism. People with this type of personality tend to think they’re the most important person in the room and that all eyes should be on them at…
The hypothalamus is an area of the brain that has many functions despite its small size. It plays an important role in the production of hormones. In addition, it helps stimulate many important processes. Thus, when the hypothalamus doesn’t work…
Chaos is a narcissist’s best friend. Without a general state of disorder, a narcissist can’t rule over others as easily. If there’s order, they have no power at all and also can’t spread the drama they love to start. That’s…
Researchers estimate that approximately 417 million people under the age of 50 have the herpes simplex virus. Now, what does this have to do with cognitive impairment? Although you may not believe it, they’re related. One study reports that certain…
Knowing about the severity scale allows us to better understand how intellectual disability is assessed and how a certain diagnosis is categorized into any of the four identified severity codes. What is an intellectual disability? An intellectual disability is a…
Connecting with hope oftentimes means recovering lost faith in a specific thing or situation. This isn’t an easy thing to do. However, it’s important to try our best to regain it since it’s very difficult to start projects without it.…
Fixation and regression can result from your relationship with your surroundings. In normal settings, living beings go through a natural evolutionary process until they mature. However, growth is not entirely linear. This means that even in a normal growth process,…
We as humans can fall prey to certain psychological effects. Some effects can be detrimental, while others not so much. Some are typical of certain societies, while others are common in teenagers. Whatever the case may be, these psychological effects…
Have you ever wondered about the benefits of humor? When we’re in a good mood, doubts and worries leave our minds and we’re left with a feeling of genuine contentment. Laughter is a mysterious gift we’re all born with. Although it…
Childhood anxiety is becoming more and more common. Children are overstimulated, and adults aren’t doing much to control their exposure. Parents are also putting a lot of pressure on their kids, enrolling them in many lessons and classes instead of…
Conversion disorder, or la belle indifférence, is a functional disorder, but its symptoms are physical, almost as if it was an organic disease. Somatic symptom disorders are derivatives of hysterical neurosis disorders. Conversion disorder is a symptomatology where bodily functions…
Stanislav Grof is one of the most influential figures in psychology. He has made a name for himself through fascinating research on altered states of consciousness and holotropic breathwork. He’s also one of the founders of one of the biggest…
Sometimes, your mind plays bad tricks on you. It takes a lot of effort to be objective and see the truth in things even if they’re taking place right in front of you. Instead, we often allow our biases or…
Art plays a more important role in child development than you might think. Artistic activities help children learn other subjects such as reading and math. It also promotes visual, motor and social development. Using art as a vehicle for expression…
A positive attitude makes it easier for you to enjoy your day-to-day life. It allows you to enjoy restful sleep and gives you the possibility of establishing higher-quality social relationships. On the other hand, stress and anxiety can make you…
