Dopamine
Cognitive

Placebo vs. Nocebo: Can Belief Heal Or Hurt You?

Think of taking a sugar pill and noticing your headache disappear like it had not even existed, or going so far as to feel nauseous simply because you think the pill may harm you. This isn’t a plot twist from a science fiction movie; it’s science, not fiction. Let us step inside the fascinating world

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Cognitive

Yerkes-Dodson Law 

There must have been times when you were not able to perform at your best when the deadlines were too close, or you were not able to perform well in exams because you were too anxious about it. We also noticed that sportsmen and athletes performed better than their capabilities in certain competitions but underperformed

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Cognitive Personality

Gambling disorder

Gambling disorder also known as compulsive gambling or disordered gambling is a pervasive disorder and addiction characterized by continuous gambling, preoccupation with obtaining money for gambling, and a continuation of the gambling behaviour despite facing adversities and potential loss of control over this behaviour. Gambling disorder often referred to as pathological gambling does not involve

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Uncategorized

ADHD: Insights into Development, Emotions, and Treatment

Imagine Tigger from Winnie the Pooh, bouncing around with boundless energy, full of enthusiasm but often struggling to stay focussed. Tigger’s impulsive actions and constant need for movement are traits that many associate with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting both children and adults. While Tigger’s behaviour is endearing in the world

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Clinical

Understanding Depression: Causes, Symptoms, and Pathways to Recovery

Depression is one of the most prevalent mental health disorders. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) about two 80 million people globally are diagnosed with depression, which is about 5% of the adult population. And in India, about 57 million people are affected by depression. Depression can be characterised by constant feelings of sadness,

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Emotion

Understanding Limerence: The Psychology of Obsessive Love

Imagine you’re at the mall and someone attractive approaches you to ask for directions to the bathroom. Suddenly, your brain turns into a never-ending romantic montage. Every song playing in the mall seems to be about the two of you, and you start imagining what your wedding invitations might look like—even though you haven’t exchanged

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