Understanding Salter’s Theory of Inhibition and Excitation
How Inhibition Shapes Our Lives and How to Reclaim Authenticity Introduction to Salter’s Theory of Inhibition and Excitation Salter’s theory of inhibition and excitation explores
Category: Psychology
Understanding Autism in Females: The Need for Improved Diagnosis and Awareness
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is identified by challenges in social communication and having restricted, repetitive behaviours or interests. It’s estimated that 64% to 91% of
Understanding Auditory Hallucinations: Beyond Schizophrenia
When we hear about people hearing voices, we often assume they are suffering with Schizophrenia or another psychiatric condition, however, studies show that auditory hallucinations
Understanding the Overlap: How ADHD and Complex PTSD Manifest Similarly in Daily Life
About a year ago, I was diagnosed with complex PTSD, and during discussions with my therapist, the possibility of having ADHD also came up. Many
Journey Through the Mind: Confronting Complex PTSD with Science and Personal Stories (Part 1)
I thought I’d share a less science-heavy blog post today, even though it still ties back to scientific concepts and conditions. Instead, I want to
How Cognitive Schemas and CBT Shape Our Worldview
A cognitive schema is a mental framework that helps organise and interpret information in the brain. Think of it as a blueprint or a set
Breaking Dawn Blues: The Impact of Morning News Binge on Wellbeing
In recent years, a growing body of research has begun to shed light on the profound effects of social media and news consumption on mental
Evolution is Driving our Behaviour!
In my years of diving into psychology and more recently, the biology of mental health, one concept has stood out: the idea that our thoughts,
Associative Learning – Understanding the Impact of Our Brain’s Associations on Wellbeing
The brain forms associations as a fundamental mechanism for learning and adaptation. This process, often exemplified by classical conditioning, involves linking stimuli and responses to
Associative Learning – Operant Conditioning
Operant conditioning, introduced by B.F. Skinner, is a type of learning in which behaviour is strengthened or weakened by the consequences that follow it. Unlike
Associative Learning – Pavlovian Conditioning
Classical conditioning was first extensively studied by Ivan Pavlov with his experiments involving dogs. The basic idea is that a neutral stimulus becomes associated with
Mind and Body Connection – Thoughts, Emotions, and Behaviours
This might be apparent to some, but it’s worth asking: how often do we truly acknowledge the impact of our thoughts on our emotions and
Negative Thinking: From Survival to Daily Life
Many people often find themselves overwhelmed by relentless thinking about potential problems, past mistakes, hurtful words or actions from others, and a never-ending stream of
Awareness: the first step to better wellbeing
Feeling Stuck? Do you ever find yourself trapped in a negative mindset, unable to reach your full potential, or stuck in unfulfilling relationships? The reasons