Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation where the manipulator makes the victim doubt their own memory, thoughts, or judgments. The goal of gaslighting is often to increase control and power over the victim. The manipulator may deny the existence of facts, distort reality, or provide false information in such a way that the victim […]
Alzheimer’s Disease: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that leads to the decline of cognitive functions and memory, ultimately limiting a person’s ability to perform everyday tasks.
What is Doxing? An Analysis of Motives and Consequences
Doxing is the act of searching for and publishing personal information about individuals on the internet without their consent. Such information may include full names, home addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, photos, job details, and other personal data.
Cyberbullying: A Practical Guide for Parents and Educators
Cyberbullying is a form of harassment or bullying that uses electronic means of communication to post threatening, abusive, or humiliating information about a person or against them. This includes sending offensive messages, spreading false information, or making threats against someone on social media, forums, or through messengers. Cyberbullying can occur anonymously and at any time, […]
Narcissistic Personality Disorder: When Self-Love Goes Beyond the Boundary
Narcissistic personality disorder is a mental disorder characterized by prolonged and excessive self-admiration, a need for admiration and attention from others, and a lack of empathy. People with narcissistic personality disorder often display dismissive, arrogant behavior or attitudes, a preoccupation with fantasies of boundless success, power, brilliance, beauty, or ideal love.
How to Cope with a Breakup, Let Go of the Past, and Move Forward?
When facing a breakup, many people don’t know how to cope with a breakup, experiencing a wide range of emotional reactions. Sadness, loneliness, and a sense of loss are common feelings, along with anger, resentment, disappointment, and even rage.
Borderline Personality Disorder: Life on an Emotional Rollercoaster
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex mental illness characterized by significant emotional instability, problems with self-esteem, difficulties in interpersonal relationships, and frequent impulsive behavior. The main signs of this disorder include intense fears of rejection, difficulties managing anger, mood swings, feelings of emptiness, and instability in self-identity.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Secrets of Successful Self-Control and Self-Regulation
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a form of psychotherapy developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan in the late 1980s. Although this therapy method was initially created to treat borderline personality disorder, especially in individuals prone to suicidal behavior, today it is effectively used to treat a wide range of other mental disorders.
Legal Psychology: the Study of Mental Processes in the Legal Field
Legal psychology is a branch of psychology that deals with the study of psychological aspects and processes related to law and the legal system. It covers the examination of psychological factors that influence the behavior of participants in judicial proceedings, including judges, lawyers, victims, witnesses, and criminals.
ADHD in Adults: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
ADHD in adults is a neurological and behavioral disorder characterized by difficulties with attention, impulsivity, and, in some cases, hyperactivity. It is often diagnosed in childhood but can persist or be diagnosed in adulthood as well.
Toxic Relationships: When Love Becomes a Burden
Toxic relationships are a type of interpersonal relationship where unhealthy dynamics lead to emotional, psychological, and sometimes physical harm to one or both partners.
Treatment of Gambling Addiction: Dispelling Myths and Stereotypes
Gambling Addiction (ludomania, gambling dependency, or compulsive gambling disorder) is defined as an uncontrollable urge to gamble, which takes precedence over any other interests and daily activities. This condition is characterized by obsessive thoughts about gambling, increased time and money spent on gambling, and the continuation of gambling despite negative consequences.
Sublimation in Psychology: Secrets of Emotional Transformation
Sublimation in Psychology is a psychoanalytic term introduced by Sigmund Freud, describing the process by which unconscious, unacceptable, or conflicting impulses and desires (often of a sexual or aggressive nature) are transformed into socially acceptable and productive actions or achievements.
How to Cope with a Husband’s Infidelity and Keep the Family Together: Psychologist’s Advice
A husband’s infidelity is a painful and complex experience that can deeply affect a wife’s emotional state and the stability of family relationships. It is a betrayal of the trust built in marriage, which can lead to serious consequences for both partners and their shared future.
Hypnotherapy: The Art of Mind Control Through Hypnosis
Hypnotherapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses hypnosis to create an altered state of consciousness in which a person becomes more open to exploring inner experiences. This state is often described as a trance or deep relaxation. Hypnotherapy is used to treat various mental disorders, such as stress, anxiety, phobias, harmful habits, and some […]