behavioral psychology

Why Do People Bite Their Nails? — The Psychology Behind a Common Habit

Why Do People Bite Their Nails? — The Psychology Behind a Common Habit

A Habit We Don’t Talk About Enough Have you ever found yourself chewing your nails during a stressful meeting, while watching a tense movie, or simply out of boredom?You’re not alone. Nail biting, known medically...

October 15, 2025 1:00 am

Negative Reinforcement – Understanding the Psychology Behind It

Negative Reinforcement – Understanding the Psychology Behind It

In everyday life, we constantly learn and adapt based on the consequences of our actions. This learning process is at the heart of behavioural psychology, and one of its key concepts is negative reinforcement. While...

August 10, 2025 10:38 am