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'Derailment' Is the Latest Theory Psychologists Have to Explain Depression
People move houses, change jobs, and begin new relationships all the time-and yet most of us still experience a thread of inner continuity, a constant feeling of me-ness that transcends the various chapters of our lives. Indeed, theres evidence that having a stable, constant sense of self and identity is important for psychological wellbeing. However, this thread can rupture, leading to an uncomfortable disconnect between who we feel we are today, and the person that we believe we used to bea...
Why People Like Listening to Sad Music When They're Depressed
We all know the powerful effect that music can have on mood. You might be feeling rather chirpy, but then a tear-jerker comes on the car radio and you arrive home feeling morose. For most of us, these effects are not a big deal. But what if you are living with depression? Now the implications become more serious. And according to a provocative <a href="https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0956797615583295" id="0c95c358-e4fd-3d3b-a99f-096b03983d94"> study </a> published a few years ag...
Just Thinking About Coffee Is Enough to Wake You Up, New Study Finds
So entrenched is the association between coffee and ideas of ambition and focus that merely thinking about the drink is enough to increase the bodys arousal levels and focus your thoughts, according to researchers at Monash University and the University of Toronto.
Here's a Simple Trick for Anyone Who Struggles to Maintain Eye Contact
Were taught from an early age that it's polite and assertive to look people in the eyes when were talking to them. Psychology research backs this up: People who make plenty of <a href="https://digest.bps.org.uk/2016/11/28/the-psychology-of-eye-contact-digested/" id="a9283e2f-5296-36d1-a750-7a7e402457f9"> eye contact </a> -as long as its not excessive-are usually perceived as more competent, trustworthy, and intelligent. If you want to make a good impression, then, its probably a good idea to...
