Psychology
A new discovery: The science behind surprise – how it works
Children are easily surprised, but adults are harder to surprise because of how their brains develop. Recognizing surprises is an important skill, as new things can sometimes be dangerous.
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Seasonal Affective Disorder: What is It
Seasonal affective disorder is characterized by depressive symptoms that come and go depending on the time of year, usually appearing in the fall and winter and disappearing completely in the spring and summer. Seasonal affective disorder symptoms may vary from person to person.
Diana Dashkevich winter health mental health depression psychologist tips 9 January 2024
Bipolar Disorder: Signs
Bipolar disorder (or BAD in psychiatry) is an acronym that stands for “bipolar affective disorder.” This is a mental illness that is characterized by periodic episodes of elevated mood (mania or hypomania) and episodes of depression, which may alternate with each other.
Diana Dashkevich mental health health disorders disorder psychologist tips 9 January 2024
A new study: Hypnotizability – how scientists can change it in you
Hypnotizability, which refers to how easily someone can be hypnotized, is a stable trait that doesn't change much throughout adulthood. However, scientists have discovered a way to temporarily increase hypnotizability using electrical stimulation of a specific area in the brain.
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Psychologist's insights: Fear of changes
While some people seek changes in life, others are secretly afraid of them – simply because they don't like surprises. Fear of changes is pretty natural for most people, especially for those who prefer to stay within their comfort zone.
Kate Yakimchuk fears changes self-esteem comfort zone personality 9 January 2024
Psychologist's tips: How to start traveling more
If you dream of traveling, but simply can't start, then it's not always because you have no opportunity to do so – many people are just afraid! Traveling can bring lots of amazing experiences, but it can also be a bit scary, especially if you want to travel alone.
Kate Yakimchuk travel fears experience self-love mental health 9 January 2024
Psychologist's tips: How to have time for everything
If you experience constant stress because you don't have time to do everything you've planned, then it's a sign that you have to change something. Planning and time management can transform your life completely, so it's definitely a worth-learning skill.
Kate Yakimchuk time management productivity work self-control tips 9 January 2024
Social Anxiety: What It Is
Social anxiety is a state of emotional discomfort, fear, apprehension and worry regarding a social situation and evaluation by other people.
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Important to Know: Physical Manifestations of Anxiety
Anxiety is an emotion that occurs in response to thoughts about possible threats; a tool of the self-preservation instinct. Anxious thoughts originate in the amygdala, two small parts of the brain located in the temporal lobes, one each on the right and left.
Diana Dashkevich anxiety health mental health health facts psychotherapy 8 January 2024
Psychologist's insights: The hidden signs of sympathy
People can sometimes hide their sympathy for many reasons – they are afraid to look too clingy, they feel shy, or simply not sure whether their sympathy is appropriate. While some people can hide their true feelings really well, others can show some unobvious signs whether they want it or not.
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Psychologist's tips: Mixed signals in relationships
It's relatively easy to build strong relationships with someone who can clearly communicate their needs and preferences, but what if they can't? Sometimes our partners (or potential partners) give us mixed signals, which can lead to cognitive dissonance.
Kate Yakimchuk mixed signals relationship in love communication partner 7 January 2024
Interesting Facts: What is Intelligence
The development of a person’s general abilities presupposes the development of his cognitive processes: memory, perception, thinking, imagination. The totality of a person’s cognitive processes determines his intelligence.
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Psychologist's tips: How being an introvert affects your social bonds
Introverted people prefer being on their own – it's one of the most commonly known facts about introverts that most people know. Meanwhile, seeking loneliness and privacy aren't the only key features that make introverts who they are.
Kate Yakimchuk introverts social skills social bonds personality thoughts 7 January 2024
Psychologist's tips: Making the New Year resolutions
To achieve your goals, you should set them up correctly. When it's New Year's Eve, lots of people love making some resolutions for their next year - it helps them to stay focused and goal-oriented.
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Expert Explanation: What is Trust in Relationships
Trust is an internal feeling expressed in the fact that a person can identify the interests of another person with his own. In other words, if I trust someone, I can rely on him as on myself.
Diana Dashkevich trust communication relationship fun facts 6 January 2024
Psychologist's tips: Detecting fake friendships
Not everyone who claims to be our friend is actually our friend – but sometimes it takes us too long to recognize it. While some people can hide their true intentions well, there are usually hints that can help you understand what they actually mean.
Kate Yakimchuk fake friends relationship friendship self care tips 6 January 2024
Psychologist's tips: How to stay in touch with those who live far away
Even the closest friends can sometimes move far away – but it doesn't mean that you have to stop being friends with them. While it's generally harder to be friends with people who are far away from you, it's still possible, so you should work on it.
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Psychologist's insights: Ghosting explained
Have you ever started talking to someone just to notice that they slowly disappear and lose interest? In many cases, it's called ghosting – a person simply disappears like a ghost, leaving your questions unanswered.
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Antisocial Personality Disorder: Signs
Antisocial personality disorder is more common among first-degree relatives (parents, siblings, and children) of people with the disorder than in the general population.
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Borderline Personality Disorder: Signs
Borderline personality disorder is a type of personality disorder in which a person experiences periods of tension, unstable mood and behavior, and an altered "sense of self."
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