Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), is a mental disorder characterized by an excessive preoccupation with real or…
Category: Psyche
The Pygmalion effect – a self-fulfilling prophecy
The Pygmalion effect, also known as the self-fulfilling prophecy, is a psychological phenomenon in which expectations…
Epicureanism – the pursuit of happiness
Epicureanism is a philosophical system founded by the ancient Greek philosopher Epicurus (341–270 B.C.). It focuses…
Pareidolia – when you see the unusual
Pareidolia is a psychological phenomenon that occurs when an individual perceives an obscure or random stimulus…
Lucid dreaming
Lucid dreaming is a fascinating phenomenon that has stimulated the imagination of dreamers for centuries. Lucid…
Stress – definition, symptoms, what will help
Stress is an inevitable element of life that can significantly affect mental well-being and physical condition.…
Little known fears – anuptaphobia, phonephobia, somniphobia
Phobias are irrational fears that can cause extreme anxiety in those who suffer from them. While…
Bipolar disorder
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that affects mood, energy levels, and the ability to…
Nyctophobia – symptoms, causes, treatment
Nyctophobia is an intense fear of the dark and night. It can be a debilitating condition…
Apotemnophilia – what are the causes
Apotemnophilia is an unusual and rare mental disorder in which individuals have a strong desire to…
Hypochondria – extreme fear of health
Hypochondria is an unjustified, exaggerated and even morbid anxiety about one’s own health. The hypochondriac manifests…
Horoscope – where it comes from, is it worth believing
Horoscope is a type of divination based on the belief that you can decide your fate…
Depression – what it is, first mentions
Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses, affecting millions of people around the world.…
Schizophrenia – what are the causes, how to treat
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder that affects about 1% of the population. It can cause changes…
Self-hypnosis – how to perform autosuggestion
Self-hypnosis is a powerful tool that you can use to help you make positive changes in…
Hypnosis – how it works, effects
Hypnosis is a state of consciousness characterized by deep relaxation and increased suggestibility. During hypnosis, the…
Superconscious, conscious and subconscious
The human mind is complex and fascinating. It consists of three distinct parts: the superconscious, the…