Stress Management: Strategies from Psychology for Better Well-Being
Stress is an inevitable part of everyday life. It often feels like something we can’t avoid–and sometimes it might feel like something we are powerless …
Stress is an inevitable part of everyday life. It often feels like something we can’t avoid–and sometimes it might feel like something we are powerless …
Transformational leadership characteristics include charisma, passion, openness, authenticity, honesty, and adaptability. These characteristics help leaders inspire their followers. You’ve probably noticed a few people who …
Have you ever been driving down the highway, minding your own business, when suddenly, a bizarre thought pops into your head? Maybe it’s an image …
We’ve all encountered narcissistic behavior at some point in our lives. Whether it’s that friend who can’t stop talking about themselves or the co-worker who …
Unconditional positive regard is showing acceptance and care for someone without judgment. It is a core component of Carl Rogers’ humanistic approach to therapy and …
When you are trying to solve a problem or make a decision, you don’t always have time to examine every possible answer or possibility. Sometimes, …
Psychological assimilation refers to the process of incorporating new information or experiences into existing mental frameworks or schemas. When we assimilate new information, we fit …
A psychological stressor refers to any event, situation, or condition that triggers a stress response in an individual. These stressors can be external (such as …
Anxious preoccupied attachment is a specific attachment style that develops in childhood and continues into adulthood. It is characterized by a strong need for reassurance …
A case study is a research method used in psychology to investigate a particular individual, group, or situation in depth. It involves a detailed analysis …
As human beings, we rely on communication to express our thoughts, feelings, and intentions. Verbal communication, in particular, involves using words to convey a message …
Attachment theory outlines different attachment styles formed during childhood and can profoundly impact adult relationships. One of the most complex and challenging to navigate is …
The cohort effect refers to the influence of a person’s generation or birth cohort on their attitudes, beliefs, behaviors, and life experiences. Cohorts are groups …
In psychology, reinforcement refers to a process where behavior is strengthened or increased by the presentation or removal of a stimulus. Types of reinforcement include …
Educational psychology is a branch of psychology that involves the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes related to teaching and learning. It focuses …
Motivation is crucial in how we behave, perform, and feel. At the core of motivation lies the difference between two distinct forces: extrinsic vs. intrinsic …
Correlational research is a type of scientific investigation in which a researcher looks at the relationships between variables but does not vary, manipulate, or control …
Naturalistic observation is a psychological research method that involves observing and recording behavior in the natural environment. Unlike experiments, researchers do not manipulate variables. This …
In classic Freudian psychoanalytic theory, the pleasure principle is the libidinal force behind the id that seeks the immediate gratification of basic urges and needs. …
The story of human development is one of remarkable change and growth from birth through the end of life. While the rapid development of early …