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What is Psychology?

Psychology is an academic and applied discipline involving the scientific study of mental processes and behavior. Psychology also refers to the application of such knowledge to various spheres of human activity, including problems of individuals' daily lives and the treatment of mental illness.

Psychology differs from the other social sciences — anthropology, economics, political science, and sociology — in seeking to explain the mental processes and behavior of individuals. Read More
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Articles Associated with Psychology

Esoteric anatomy
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Colour Reading Cards
COLOUR READING CARDS PACKA limited Edition boxed pack of Colour Reading Cards and helpful booklet allows you to give Colour Readings, Chakra Readings or Colour Psychology readings  that reflect a person's life at all levels. Use them to diagnose areas of a person's  system and life that are
Jin Shin Do®:Bodymind Acupressure® books
JIN SHIN DO®:BODYMIND ACUPRESSURE® BOOKS AND BOOKLETSThe Joy of Feeling: Bodymind Acupressure by Iona Marsaa Teeguarden (364 page book, 1987, 2003; JSDF) $34.00The same classic book about the bodymind connection, with a beautiful NEW COVER (painting of the "5 Lands" on p. 64). Replete with case stories. Integrates
Psychotherapy and Consulting
PSYCHOTHERAPY SERVICES OFFERED: Adults, Adolescents, Children IndividualsCouplesFamiliesBrief to Long-term TherapyExpert Witness ConsultationCritical Incident Stress DebriefingCONSULTING SERVICES OFFERED: Corporate & Organizational ConsultingExecutive CoachingSPECIALIZATIONS:DepressionAnxietyStressRelationshipsSelf-Esteem, Insecurity, EmpowermentLife TransitionsAddictions Substances (alcohol, pot, marijuana, cocaine, party drugs, etc.)Behaviors Sex addictions Compulsive sexOnline pornComputer addictions - all kindsGamblingSpending, shoppingFood, EatingTrauma/PTSD Victims of Violent CrimeRapeDomestic ViolenceAdults
Too sensitive for your own good?
Do you seem to worry about what you're saying and doing all the time, and be too eager to please? Do you always seem to have something or someone on your mind? Is making a decision a nightmare, because you are so desperate to make sure that you
Hypnosis for Stress Management
The Psychology of Optimism: Practical no Nonsense Life Skills Developing a positive outlook through the psychology of optimism is very different from seeing the world through unrealistic rose-tinted spectacles and pretending that your problems do not exist, or worse, running away from them in denial. On the contrary,
Therapy and Art All in One: Dance and Healing
Dance is a form of self-expression through movement that has been around for centuries. Many people start taking dance classes at a young age and just see it as a fun hobby. For others, however, deeper meaning is found in music and they use their body to emotionally
Develop Goals To Help Manage Your Fears
We all have to deal with fear and anxiety in our life. Our fears and anxieties can reduce our self-confidence and help prevent us from getting what we want. One of the ways to help manage your fears is to develop some goals and then focus on reaching
IS YOUR HEART COMMITTED? IS HIS?
Women, in particular, are looking for commitment. Hollywood, the media, and dating websites all focus on getting a marriage proposal. The art of seduction predates expert Cleopatra. Dozens of books have been written about getting an unavailable man to say, “I do.” For six years, Carrie Bradshaw of
Easy Ways to Give Back to Your Community
While the media tends to give attention to wealthy philanthropists, you don't have to have surplus cash to give something back to your community. In many cases, your time and empathy is far more valuable than cash donations. If you have the desire to help others, there are
Easy Ways to Improve Your Health
Improving Your Health   No one is immune to the symptoms of having bad health. Many people practice unhealthy habits ranging from lack of physical activity, poor diet, and negative self talk. Much of these habits are interconnected in many ways. For instance, maybe your lifestyle contributes to a body
6 Ways to Feel More Confident About Your Body
Confidence and self esteem are important for a good quality of life. While feeling more confident about your body probably will not happen overnight, you can take several steps to get there. Read on to find out about six ways you can feel more confident about your body.   1.
Coming From Alpha
No, this is not about interplanetary travel...I don't think! It's about establishing the ideal atmosphere in which to operate as an effective Practitioner in the Healing Arts. Many, if not most, or our client's complaints, as we all know, are related to Stress. And where does this Stress
What is Anthroposophical Medicine?
At the beginning of the last century a group of doctors, mainly but not entirely from a homeopathic background, took a particular interest in the philosophy and work that was emerging at that time being developed by Rudolf Steiner, who named it "Anthroposophy". This literally means "wisdom about
Managing Your Life's Stresses and Anxieties
Everybody deals with fear and anxiety, however sometimes our anxieties can get the best of us. As a result, here is a list of techniques that a person can use to help manage their daily stresses and anxieties.Sometimes, we get stressed when everything happens all at once. When
Revolutionary Solutions for Healthy Bodies and Minds
People today aren’t just looking to live longer. They also want quality of life. For most, that means good physical health, an active mind and the ability to do what they want. There are changes you can make now to increase your health, in both body and mind,
Why Watson's Little Albert became the most distorted study in the history of psychology
Among all psychological studies, Little Albert study (article's URL is below), conducted by Dr. John B. Watson, APA (American Psychological Association) President, and Rosalie Rayner in 1920, is the most widely cited experiment in psychological textbooks. It is likely the most distorted and misrepresented psychological study as well,
DREAMS: THE DOORWAY TO YOUR SOUL
Dreams are the “Royal Road to the Unconscious,” said Freud. What you don’t know controls you. Your unconscious beliefs, fears, motives, and desires can thwart your goals, your health, and relationships. By understanding and learning to trust the messages in your dreams, you are communicating with your true self,
Saying "YES" to Less Stress - Part 1
A lot of people say that stress is bad for you and they're right - in a way. TOO MUCH stress is bad for you. And at the same time having TOO LITTLE stress is bad for you too! So just HOW do we get the right balance?