Exploring Child Psychology
Monday March 30, 2009
As one of the most popular topics in psychology, the study of child development and behavior is a subject of interest for parents, educators and psychologists. If you're interested in ... Read More
What Will Make You Happy? Study Suggests You Should Ask Someone Else
Friday March 20, 2009
If you want to know if you'll like a restaurant, vacation or anything else you have never had experience with, try asking someone else who has. According to new ... Read More
Cognitive Dissonance - Psychology Definition of the Week
Thursday March 19, 2009
Definition: People tend to seek consistency in their beliefs and perceptions. So what happens when one of our beliefs conflicts with another previously held belief? The term cognitive dissonance is ... Read More
Defense Mechanisms - Psychology Definition of the Week
Monday March 9, 2009
Definition: Most notably used by Freud in his psychoanalytic theory, a defense mechanism is a tactic developed by the ego to protect against anxiety. Defense mechanisms are thought to safeguard ... Read More
From the Forum: Problems Comprehending and Processing Information
Saturday March 7, 2009
A member of the psychology forum writes: I have some major problems I am dealing with. I know that something is wrong with me, but I do not know what ... Read More
Experiences vs. Material Possessions: What Brings the Greatest Happiness?
Friday March 6, 2009
An interesting new study was brought to my attention by Phylameana lila Desy, black-rose-bielefeld.de's Guide to Healing. She asks what offers the greatest happiness bang for your buck, experiences or ... Read More
What’s the Best Predictor of School Success?
Monday March 2, 2009
The growth of early childhood programs has led to an increased emphasis on the development of academic skills, social skills and behavioral skills. But which factor is the best predictor ... Read More