Existential therapy is philosophically rooted. At some point in life, humans ask questions that are concerned with their existence. Questions such as: Who am I? Where do I come from? What is the purpose of my life? etc. Existential Therapy revolves around exploring the questions of existence and finding answers to them. Life, Death, Isolation,
Aphanisis was derived from a Greek term associated with disappearance or vanishing. The term was proposed by Psychoanalyst Ernest Jones in the 1920s while discussing the development of feminine sexual life. He suggested that the loss of sexual pleasure, a fearful experience, has great psychological significance, and he argued it could be even more fundamental
How does it feel to be afraid of being in a place where there are a lot of people, seeing a dog, or travelling by plane? Phobias turn common situations into scary and frightening experiences for individuals who experience them. Fear is an emotion people feel when they see something that poses a threat to
Cancer is an umbrella term that is used to indicate the abnormal growth of cells in the body. When the cells grow abnormally and start to cross boundaries and spread throughout the body, individuals experience pain. These cells later invade other body parts and organs. There are several types of cancer, such as lung, Breast,
Mental health assessment plays an important role in understanding psychological difficulties and identifying patterns of symptoms that may indicate a mental health condition. Because people can experience similar symptoms in different ways, mental health professionals need standardised systems that provide common terminology and criteria for describing and classifying disorders. Such systems can support clearer communication
A person may seek psychological help for difficulties like anxiety, anger, avoidance, prolonged depression, or merely changes in his/her behaviour. Although these are various manifestations of mental health issues, their explanations may not always answer questions related to their cause, why they are still affecting the person, or why another person does not have the
Alzheimer’s disease is a neurological condition that has a major impact on the brain and its functioning. Cognitive abilities, including reasoning, problem-solving, and memory, deteriorate as a result of this type of dementia. Dr Alois Alzheimer first brought a patient of this disease into the public eye in the year 1907. The patient was a
In our daily life, we encounter many stressful situations, be it environmental, such as work deadlines, family arguments or psychological problems, such as worrying about exams, losing a job. An event of stress leads to physical, behavioural, and psychological reactions by the human body. This article dives into the details of the stress response system
In an increasingly fast-paced life and emotionally demanding world, people suffer more from stress, trauma, anxiety, and identity issues than ever. Talk therapies do work, but often for people who are sometimes not articulate enough to describe what they feel, the other routes can offer a much deeper healing experience. Creativity is that alternative. Art
Borderline Personality disorder is a complicated mental health disease that affects how people control their emotions, interact with others, and see themselves. It is distinguished by intense and volatile emotions, which cause difficulty in relationships and daily functioning. Personality disorder is diagnosed when a person’s conduct significantly impairs adaptive functioning and/or causes personal distress, deviating