A-level Psychology requires a solid foundation in GCSE-level mathematics, focusing on data handling, statistical calculations, graphical representation, and understanding statistical tests, all applied within psychological research contexts. Key Takeaways Minimum Assessment Weighting:... Read more »
Given the state of the world, many of my clients and friends are struggling to find joy—or even hope. Take Jim, for example. He’d been feeling down and “blah,” so he decided... Read more »
ADHD hyperfixation is not an official diagnostic term, but it’s a common phenomenon reported by many people with ADHD. It describes a state of intense and prolonged engagement with a particular item,... Read more »
Adolescence is a notoriously unstable and unpredictable time. As well-known child and adolescent psychologist Anthony Wolf, PhD, puts it: Parenting is essentially like driving a car. There are periods of smooth sailing... Read more »
Autistic special interests and ADHD hyperfixations are intense passions that shape how many neurodivergent people engage with the world. These terms are often mentioned together, and while they share similarities, they refer... Read more »
In the quiet corners of trauma, there lies a response often misinterpreted, overlooked, or dismissed as mere “people-pleasing.” It’s not always fight or flight. It’s not even freeze mode. Sometimes, survival sounds... Read more »
Academic regrets are negative emotional experiences resulting from reflecting on past educational decisions or actions that students believe could have been better. These regrets often involve missed opportunities, poor choices, or inadequate... Read more »
What if control is just a story we tell ourselves to feel safe? Most of us know we can’t control everything—life is unpredictable, after all—but we trust that if we plan carefully,... Read more »
This assessment objective assesses your ability to apply your knowledge of psychology to a given scenario, showing an examiner how you can apply your understanding. To construct a strong AO2: Application of... Read more »
In our rapidly evolving world in which climate crises, political polarization, narcissistic politicians, and social-media-abetted loneliness have become the new norms, it’s easy to fall prey to doomscrolling and taking constant insipid... Read more »