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 amBipolar Disorder: Understanding the Highs and Lows of Mood
“Bipolar disorder isn’t about mood swings alone; it’s about the intensity and duration of those moods—and how they can turn life into a rollercoaster of emotions.” What Is Bipolar Disorder? Bipolar disorder is a chronic...
July 25, 2025 5:10 amThe Hidden Toll of Anxiety: Symptoms, Causes, and Solutions
1. What Is Anxiety? Anxiety is a natural bodily and mental response to stress or perceived threats. It activates our fight-or‑flight mechanism, increasing heart rate, alertness, and breathing to prepare us for action. [1] While...
July 23, 2025 5:31 am“When We Walk It Out” – A Sunday Chat on Mood Swings
Scene:It’s 7:30 AM on a calm Sunday. Radhika and Aiswarya, two homemaker–professionals and old friends, are walking through a tree-lined park trail. Birds chirping, kids cycling nearby, and both of them in sneakers, finally taking...
July 6, 2025 3:00 pmWhat Happens to Your Body When You Lie? – A Scientific Insight
Lying may seem like just words or silence, but the moment you tell a lie, your body reacts in remarkable ways. It’s not merely a psychological act; it triggers a complex chain of physiological and...
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