Cognitive theory
How to actively think yourself happy
This is a simple tip on how you should approach everything in your life.
Carl Rogers
Carl Rogers – 19 Propositions
This article explores Carl Rogers’ 19 propositions of understanding of human behaviour, each proposition is examined, criticisms explored.
The big five personality traits
The big five personality traits
An article discussing the big five personality traits, which are neuroticism, extraversion, openness to experience, agreeableness, and conscientiousness.
Self-concept
The flawed self
An article discussing the idea of a flawed self, which is a concept that describes how some people have a negative view of themselves and their worth as a result of their experiences, beliefs, and interactions with others.
Locus of control
Locus of control
An article about locus of control, which is a psychological construct that refers to how much individuals perceive that they have control over their own actions and outcomes.
Masking
Self-presentation
An article about self-presentation, which is the process of conveying a certain image of oneself to others, often to influence others’ perceptions.
Social comparison
Social comparison
This article explores social comparison, which is the process of evaluating oneself in relation to others, often based on appearance, achievements, abilities, or preferences.
Four goals of misbehaviour
Four goals of misbehaviour
The four rules of misbehaviour are typically applied to children, but they can also apply to adults. Find out more.
Personal resilience
Resilience
This is an article about psychological resilience: the ability to cope with stress, adversity, and trauma, and to bounce back from difficult experiences.
Neurotransmitters
Biological Neurotransmitters
An article describing neurotransmitters, which are chemical messengers that facilitate communication between nerve cells, or neurons. They play a vital role in maintaining brain function.