The last few years have seen an increasing number of war-related incidents reported in the media. There has been plenty of coverage of the Ukraine war, the conflict between Israel and Palestine,... Read more »
Quickly read this subject line of an email I once received at work. What pops into your head? “Weekly webinar this Tuesday” Here’s what my brain interpreted: “Weekly winebar this Tuesday” Winebar?... Read more »
Maurice grew up in a household where his father was domineering and often used fear to control him. His father’s unpredictable outbursts left Maurice feeling constantly anxious and unsure of how to... Read more »
Depending on the study, up to one-third of women and half of men feel badly about their genitals. Dissatisfied men usually say their penises are too small. Dissatisfied women usually say their... Read more »
Imagine a triangle: at its corners are your needs for autonomy (feeling in control), competence (feeling capable), and relatedness (feeling connected). When these needs are met in your academic life, you feel... Read more »
Time perception is an important human skill that allows us to coordinate our actions and anticipate unfolding events. Accurate perception of time is particularly important in tasks that require precise physical actions... Read more »
Mind-wandering is a common cognitive process where attention shifts from the current task to unrelated thoughts or internal experiences. It’s often spontaneous and can be either positive or negative. Rumination is a... Read more »
Anxiety disorders can significantly impact decision-making processes, often leading to a state known as decision paralysis. When faced with choices, individuals with anxiety may experience overwhelming fear and uncertainty, causing them to... Read more »