Therapy is a process where individuals work together with trained professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists and mental health workers to address mental health issues, emotional challenges and life difficulties. It seeks to enhance the mental health and build resilience of individuals. There are various types of therapies the most popular ones include cognitive behavioural therapy
Carol Gilligan wrote in her 1982 book, In a Different Voice, “(Psychology) implicitly adopted the male life as the norm [and] tried to fashion women out of a masculine cloth” She led the feminist revolution in psychology which led the field to recognise and embrace women’s unique psychological configurations. A ‘different voice’ has been omitted
Personality is a foundational and most widely researched concept in human psychology. It shapes how we behave, think and interact. It consists of a unique combination of qualities, cognitive styles, emotional patterns and behavioural tendencies that define who one is. Now, the understanding of human personality is important for many reasons. It promotes self-awareness, improves
All of us are familiar with ‘playing house.’ We have played house ourselves as kids or watched others do so. This seemingly childish game performs various developmental functions. When children play house they create stories about their roles, such as “I am the Dad,” “You are the Mom.” etc. They also imitate their parent’s roles
Imagine for a moment a bustling, interactive classroom where students collaborate, and communicate with one another and their teachers. Such vibrant environments are perfect for learning and growth, far from being merely chaotic; this notion is based on Vygotsky’s sociocultural theory. Lev Vygotsky, a Soviet psychologist, revolutionized our knowledge of children’s learning and development styles
Developing psychological illnesses and suffering because of it has become a widely accepted reality in the world today. As a consequence of technological advancement, dilution of taboos related to psychological disorders, and understanding of human behaviour in the broader context, individuals are becoming aware day by day about the different disorders and are stepping forward
Being social is a basic part of the human experience. It allows us to make connections with others, build strong relationships and flourish in a complex world. Social interaction is the filling that holds societies together by facilitating the trading of ideas, feelings, and assistance. When viewed through the lens of human evolution socialisation has
Let’s talk about that disease which is given importance in both psychological and physiological field of science. It’s been studied by psychology as well as medical students as a part of their syllabus. A disease that is shown in so many movies. A neurodegenerative disease that’s second most common in the U.S., as about 90,000
Try recalling how you feel about getting told no. Even if you know it’s reasonable, it hurts to get rejected. Everybody dislikes rejection. It is frustrating and upsetting when you cannot get what you want. Feeling upset when rejected is normal to some extent, but when it gets too intense and painful, there might be
17-year-old Riya struggles with issues related to her body image. She is insecure about her appearance and constantly thinks about her weight. She frequently goes through phases where she eats unusually huge meals quickly. She eats in private because she feels guilty and embarrassed about it. After eating, Riya forcefully vomits so she does not gain
