This is one of the questions parents ask me most. Sometimes they arrive anxious. Sometimes guilty. Sometimes with the specific version: “My child is obsessed with getting a phone and I genuinely don’t know what to do.” On one side,…
Sleep is one of the cornerstones of mental and physical health, but it eludes many. But insomnia, lack of sleep, or inconsistent schedules keep millions awake, night after night.Sleep research shows how important it is to emotional regulation, memory consolidation,…
Emotional and psychological well-being comes as a package of one’s overall health but still few people run for professional help when facing such issues. It applies whether the problem is stress, anxiety, or depression or something more severe and complicated…
Parental favoritism is a topic that elicits deep feelings and complex debate both in families and among practitioners. It is where a parent favors one child over another whether it is unconsciously or consciously done. The phenomenon, when carried out…
Ever felt like finding the right therapist is like dating but without the fun? You meet one, then another, and another. Some are okay, some make you want to bolt from the room, and after all that effort, you’re still…
The intriguing world of horror films often hides layers of psychological depth beneath their macabre facade. The 2014 movie “The Possession of Michael King” offers a fascinating case study for such dual readings. While on the surface, it emerges as…
Lights dim, the screen flickers, and the audience is transported into a world of captivating narratives and complex characters. Movies have always been a window into the human psyche, delving into the depths of emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. In this…
Psychological tests play a crucial role in understanding human behavior, assessing personality traits, measuring intelligence, and evaluating various psychological constructs. However, when it comes to psychological tests found in magazines and websites, there is a significant concern regarding their scientific…
Psychological tests play a vital role in understanding various aspects of human psychology. They provide valuable information for clinical diagnosis, treatment planning, educational placement, career counseling, research studies, and more. By employing standardized procedures, carefully constructed items, and rigorous psychometric…
What is a mental disorder? Can mental disorders be prevented, diagnosed, and treated? As you know, mental health is as important as physical health, and whenever this health is compromised, we are in danger of suffering from problems such as…
Psychology Day is an annual event organized by the United Nations (UN) with the support and cooperation of world psychological organizations and associations at the international level. This important event gives UN staff, country ambassadors and diplomats, representatives of government…
Hugging is a pleasant behavior that we experience from the first moments of birth. Humans experience feelings such as security, empathy, friendship, and love by hugging each other. A mother’s hug is one of the first needs of a baby…
