Get Psyched: Freud’s defense mechanisms
Ego defense mechanisms are techniques used to reduce anxiety by distorting our reality. Let’s learn about nine such examples.
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Get Psyched: The making of cults
Some cults are religious, political, therapy-based or focused on self-improvement. But what is the psychology behind the extremity of cults?
Read More →Get Psyched: 4 ways to handle stress
Stress is the interpretation developed when we face a threatening or challenging event. Here are four ways we can combat stress when it arises.
Read More →Get Psyched: How to motivate yourself this semester
We can all get through this semester by learning about something we can always use some more of: motivation.
Read More →Get Psyched: Why Wednesday is the worst (give Monday a break)
The scariest member of the Addams family is Wednesday. Coincidence? Probably not.
Read More →Get Psyched: Why can’t people just be nice?
Aggression is in human nature, and unfortunately, we hurt one another all the time. But why?
Read More →Get Psyched: Why do we fall in love?
Romantic love is human nature, but it often gets complicated as we grow up and gain experience. But why?
Read More →Get Psyched: Battling phobias
What are you most afraid of? The distinction between fear and phobia can be a fine line.
Read More →Get Psyched: Techniques for persuasion
Here are a few psychological techniques when you need to persuade a friend to take your side or convince your parents to bring you on family vacation.
Read More →Get Psyched: How are bullies made?
Modern day bullies exist everywhere from preschool to the workplace. But what’s the difference between the bullies and the “good guys”?
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