A few years ago, a friend of mine brought the idea of paradoxical leadership to my attention. I had never heard of it before and didn’t do a deep dive until a... Read more »
Dramaturgy is a concept in sociology, originally developed by sociologist Erving Goffman, which compares everyday social interactions to a theatrical performance. The main idea is that we are all actors on a... Read more »
The systematic review conducted by Bates et al. (2021) delves into the intricate relationship between Hoarding Disorder (HD) and co-occurring medical conditions, uncovering the significant health implications beyond HD’s psychological aspects. This... Read more »
Informed consent is the process by which researchers ensure that individuals understand a study and voluntarily agree to participate. In the context of psychology research, informed consent means that every participant consents... Read more »
Addiction isn’t simply a lack of willpower or a moral failing—it’s a response to stress and disconnection. At its core, addiction is about escape. When the present moment feels overwhelming, uncomfortable, or... Read more »
Farris, S. G., Derby, L., & Kibbey, M. M. (2025). Getting comfortable with physical discomfort: A scoping review of interoceptive exposure in physical and mental health conditions.Psychological Bulletin, 151(2), 131–191. https://doi.org/10.1037/bul0000464 Key... Read more »
Social Support Enhances Health With decades of research showcasing the health benefits of a support network, it is clear that social support given to individuals improves their health. Multiple studies show that... Read more »
Workplace anger, a common emotional experience, can arise from various triggers like unfair treatment or work overload. Individuals cope with anger differently, employing strategies such as rumination, where they dwell on the... Read more »
Looking back, it’s clear that empathy has been defined as a deeply personal exchange—an emotional bridge built between individuals through shared experience, understanding, and compassion. But a glance forward reveals a more... Read more »
Duncan, C., Hayes, J., & Cooper, M. (2025). Young people’s experiences of setting and monitoring goals in school-based counselling: A thematic analysis. Psycholog y and Psychotherapy: Theory, Research and Practice, 00, 1–20.... Read more »