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 […]
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and its Impact on Everyday Life
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental illness characterized by the presence of intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and compulsive actions (compulsions). Obsessions are repetitive and unwanted thoughts, images, or impulses that cause anxiety or distress. Compulsions are repetitive actions or rituals performed in an attempt to alleviate the anxiety caused by obsessions. These symptoms can significantly affect […]
Dance Movement Therapy: Peasure for the Body, Medicine for the Soul
Dance movement therapy is a form of psychotherapy where dance and movement are used to help people improve their mental and physical health. This type of therapy is applied in individual or group settings to treat a wide range of psychological issues, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, as well as to enhance overall emotional and […]
Codependent Relationships: Between Love and Dependency
Codependent relationships are a type of relationship in which one or both partners are excessively emotionally or psychologically dependent on each other. In such relationships, there is often a loss of individuality and self-sufficiency, where one person becomes overly involved in solving the other’s problems or meeting their needs, often at the expense of their […]
How to Stop Being Jalous and Winding Yourself Up: Advice from a Psychologist
Jealousy is an emotional state that arises when a person feels a threat to important relationships, especially in romantic or family contexts. The feeling of jealousy is usually associated with fears of losing attention, love, or devotion from a loved one, particularly in situations where it seems that this affection or attention may be directed […]
Polyamorous Relationships: How Does It Work in Real Life?
Polyamorous relationships involve participation in multiple romantic or sexual connections with the consent and knowledge of all involved partners. These are relationships between multiple people, built on openness and honesty. The core principles of polyamory include transparency, trust, and mutual consent among participants, distinguishing it from monogamous relationships, which expect exclusivity in romantic and sexual […]
CBT or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: Changing the Perception of Reality
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that helps individuals identify and change destructive or dysfunctional thoughts that negatively affect behavior and emotions. The central idea of CBT is that it is our thoughts, not external events, people, or situations, that influence our feelings and behavior.
Bibliotherapy: Deeper than Just Reading, More than Just Literature
Bibliotherapy is a psychotherapeutic approach that uses literature to support a person’s psychological well-being and personal growth. It is based on the idea that reading certain books can have a positive impact on emotional states, thoughts, and behavior.
Inner Child: Secrets of Emotional Freedom
The concept of the “inner child” in psychology refers to the part of an adult’s psyche that retains the perceptions, feelings, and experiences lived through in childhood. This idea is based on the notion that adults are not entirely separated from their childhood emotions and memories. The inner child can manifest in various forms, including […]
Mental Health is the Basis of Emotional Stability and Longevity
Mental health is a state of psychological well-being where a person can realize their potential, cope with everyday life stresses, work productively, and contribute to society. In a broader sense, mental health is not merely the absence of mental disorders and illnesses but also the presence of positive qualities such as emotional resilience, interpersonal interaction, […]
Music Therapy: From Notes to Feelings – The Art of Sound Healing
Music Therapy is a specialized area of psychotherapy that uses music to improve a person’s physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being. In the modern world, music therapy is recognized as an important and effective treatment method that has a comprehensive impact on individuals.
Psychodrama: Theatrical Magic of Psychology
Psychodrama is a form of psychotherapy developed by Jacob Moreno, which uses dramatic methods to explore and express psychological, emotional, and interpersonal issues. In psychodrama, participants actively engage in reenacting significant situations from their lives or imaginary scenarios, employing various techniques such as role-playing, dialogue, monologue, and improvisation.