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Asch S Conformity Experiment

Asch S Conformity Experiment

What does it mean to conform? Sheep conform: they prefer to follow the rest of the flock, even if that decision takes them over the edge of a cliff. By contrast, we humans like to think we follow the beat of our own drum and non-conformity is seen as the preferable choice, but what happens […]

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How to Become a Marriage Counsellor?

How to Become a Marriage Counsellor?

Becoming a marriage counsellor can be a highly rewarding career, so if you are interested in helping married couples with relationship issues solve their marital problems and find the way forward towards a more harmonious spirit of togetherness, learn how to become a marriage counsellor. How to become a marriage counsellor—what personal qualities do I […]

What is Masochism?

What is Masochism?

What is masochism? Masochism is the opposite of sadism and a masochist derives pleasure from experiencing pain and humiliation. It is a term most often used in a sexual context, but it can easily apply to other areas of life. In psychology, masochism is a personality type who takes enjoyment from having humiliation and pain […]

What is Dyspareunia?

What is Dyspareunia?

What is dyspareunia? Many women and some men experience painful sexual intercourse at some point in their lives. Most of the time the problem is a temporary one and sex soon becomes pleasurable again, but for some, the symptoms of dyspareunia persist and sexual intercourse continues to be painful event, marked by an absence of […]

How to Become a School Psychologist?

How to Become a School Psychologist?

Do you have a burning desire to help kids make the most of their school days so that they can move forward in a positive manner and succeed in life? If so, a career as a school psychologist might be a rewarding one for you, so learn more about what qualities you need and how […]

What is Self Mutilation Disorder?

What is self mutilation disorder? Also referred to as self harming, self mutilation disorder refers to the deliberate act of causing harm or destruction to a part of the body. This is achieved in any number of ways, from cutting and burning the skin, to puncturing the flesh with needles or scratching incessantly. Some sufferers […]

What is a Delusion?

What is a Delusion?

People described as “delusional” see or believe things that are not there. Remember the immortal line from the film The Sixth Sense: “I see dead people…”? If you were not a believer in ghosts, you would assume the boy was delusional. Of course it turned out he was not deluded in any way—there really were […]

“Fear of Death” Phobia: How to help People with a Fear of Dying?

“Fear of Death” Phobia: How to help People with a Fear of Dying?

As the old saying goes, the only real certainty in life is that one day you will die, but whilst most of us do not dwell unnecessarily on our impending death, apart from to hope that it is not any time soon, some people develop an irrational phobia about death and spend their days consumed […]

What is Grief?

What is Grief?

What is grief? Grief is an overwhelming sense of loss and sadness. Lots of things can trigger grief, including the death of a loved one or the loss of a beloved pet, and although grief is a perfectly natural emotion, some people find it very hard to cope with and struggle to work their way […]

What is Kleptomania and is there a Treatment for it?

What is Kleptomania and is there a Treatment for it?

Kleptomania is an uncontrollable urge to steal, even if the things you are pilfering are worthless. But unlike a petty shoplifter driven to steal goods because they prefer not to pay for them, a kleptomaniac has no control over their urge and even when they know the act is wrong and they are in danger […]

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