mood

What's the Connection Between Mood and Health?

CuriositiesWhat's the Connection Between Mood and Health?

For decades, experts have been wondering if diseases are somewhat related to emotions and feelings. However, nowadays, they've been focused…

The Affect Infusion Model - Mood and Judgment

TheoriesThe Affect Infusion Model - Mood and Judgment

The affect infusion model is a theoretical model in the field of human psychology. It was developed by social psychologist…

The Body Language of Depression

EmotionsThe Body Language of Depression

The body language of depression includes micro-expressions, postures, and gestures. It's worth being able to recognize them, as these states&hellip...

Blue Monday: The Saddest Day of the Year?

CuriositiesBlue Monday: The Saddest Day of the Year?

"Blue Monday" is the name some people have been calling the third Monday of the year. According to psychologist Cliff…

How Organization Can Improve Your Mood

Personal DevelopmentHow Organization Can Improve Your Mood

The organization of both physical and mental spaces can help you feel satisfied and calm. When you plan out your…

The Epithalamus: Characteristics and Functions

BrainThe Epithalamus: Characteristics and Functions

The epithalamus is a tiny structure that carries out extremely important functions for your survival. It regulates circadian rhythms, as…

What's the Subjective Happiness Scale?

Social PsychologyWhat's the Subjective Happiness Scale?

Happiness is the thing humans want the most. Due to its ambiguity, however, it’s difficult to establish a concrete definition…

Does Your Brain Have a "Happiness Zone"?

BrainDoes Your Brain Have a "Happiness Zone"?

A recent study provided new insight into the human brain. Scientists seem to have found a "happiness zone" in the…

Having a Bad Day? Keep this in Mind

WellnessHaving a Bad Day? Keep this in Mind

Everyone's had a bad day at least once... and we all know that sometimes a bad day can turn into…

You Have the Power to Sculpt Your Own Brain

WellnessYou Have the Power to Sculpt Your Own Brain

"You have the power to sculpt your own brain." This quote by Santiago Ramon y Cajal is now more relevant…

What Factors Influence Our Mood?

CultureWhat Factors Influence Our Mood?

Mood isn't only what makes us smile or laugh out loud. Generally, it's related to an external thing (situation, place,…

Don't Believe Everything You Think

WellnessDon't Believe Everything You Think

You get to work and say good morning. Everyone answers you except for one guy, who doesn't even turn to…

Positive Memories Can Help You Fight Depression

PsychologyPositive Memories Can Help You Fight Depression

Remembering pleasant times can help you feel better. Positive memories can be really powerful for your mental well-being. Aside from…

How to Pick Your Spirits Up

WellnessHow to Pick Your Spirits Up

There are some days when you wake up in a good mood. Days when you have more energy to face the day, more of a desire to laugh, and more…

Sertraline: how does it work? what are the side effects?

CultureSertraline: how does it work? what are the side effects?

Sertraline is one of the most well-known psychotropic drugs for the treatment of major depression, panic attacks, social anxiety, post-traumatic&he...

The Differences Between Personality, Temperament, and Character

Personality PsychologyThe Differences Between Personality, Temperament, and Character

Personality, temperament, and character are three 3 concepts that are used in psychology to talk about different ways of feeling…

Feeling Down Without Feeling Guilty

WellnessFeeling Down Without Feeling Guilty

How wonderful would it be to feel like don't have to smile if you don't want to? Wouldn't it feel good…

6 Types of Hormones and the Moods that Go with Each

Hormones6 Types of Hormones and the Moods that Go with Each

The different types of hormones in our body do more than just perform vital functions in certain biological processes. Whether…

5 Tips for Improving a Bad Day

Psychology5 Tips for Improving a Bad Day

Who hasn't had a bad day? One of those days when you get up and everything seems to be conspiring…

7 Tips to Gain Self-Motivation

Psychology7 Tips to Gain Self-Motivation

Where does self-motivation come from? It's such a powerful force, the strength you need to make your goals and dreams reality.…

The 4 Most Important Moments of the Day

PsychologyThe 4 Most Important Moments of the Day

When you read the title of this article, you probably thought of the most important moments of your day. Maybe…