This is a short questionnaire will determine if a student experiences test anxiety. To complete the evaluation, read through each statement and reflect upon past experiences during tests and exams. You may wish to consider all testing experiences or focus on a particular subject (history, science, math, etc.) one at a time. The Yerkes Dodson…
Bipolar disorder is a mental illness characterized by periods if extremely “up,” elated, and energized behaviour (known as manic episodes) to very sad, “down,” or hopeless periods (known as depressive episodes). Less severe manic periods are known as hypo-manic episodes. A common misconception is that these episodes last only a few hours to minutes. In reality,…
In psychology, the dark triad refers to the personality traits of narcissism, machiavellianism, and psychopathy. All three dark triad traits are conceptually distinct although empirical evidence shows them to be overlapping. Narcissism is characterized by grandiosity, pride, egotism, and a lack of empathy. Narcissus was a hunter in Greek mythology, son of the river god…
Resilience / Grit / Perseverance Resilience is the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, failure, tragedy, threats and stress. Being resilient ould mean that you are able to adapt and bounce back when something difficult happens . Resilience is important as it keeps us going when we feel the whole world…
“A loving relationship is one in which the loved one is free to be himself — to laugh with me, but never at me; to cry with me, but never because of me; to love life, to love himself, to love being loved. Such a relationship is based upon freedom and can never grow in…
Psychosis can be best described as a set of symptoms that distort reality. Schizophrenia is a disorder that affects a person's ability to think, feel and behave clearly. It is extremely important to identify and treat schizophrenia as soon as possible after the onset. With delay in effective treatment, one may be at increased risk for b adverse implications for long-term treatment outcomes.…
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that is characterized by difficulty falling and/or staying asleep. People with insomnia often have dealing with the daily grind. Sleep is essential for optimal functioning of the body and the mind. A lack of sleep can lead to Not feeling well-rested after a night's sleep Daytime tiredness or sleepiness Irritability,…
ADHD is a common childhood onset behavioral disorder. It involves disturbances in 3 domains Hyperactivity (being over-active or always on the go), inattention (trouble sustaining attention) and impulsivity (doing things without thinking). Children must show 6 or more of these symptoms on a regular basis for more than 6 months, across two settings, like home…
Our style of attachment affects everything from who we select as our partner to how well our relationships go and , sometimes, how they end as well. Recognizing our attachment patterns will help us understand strengths and weaknesses in ourselves. Attachment patterns usually form early in life, however they serve as templates for every relationship…
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that affects communication and behavior. People with ASD have: Difficulty with communication and interaction with other people Restricted interests and repetitive behaviors Symptoms that hurt the person’s ability to function properly in school, work, and other areas of life The adult AQ (Autism Quotient) was developed because…
What does "emotional quotient" mean ? Emotional intelligence can be described as a persons ability to reason with and understand one's own emotional state. A person who is emotionally intelligent is aware of how they feel and is able to identify, understand, and deal with the emotions effectively. Quick fact - People who have difficulty…
Anxiety disorders are among one of the most prevalent mental, emotional and behavioural problems in the world, estimated to affect 3.6% of the global population as of 2015, or about 264 million people. Anxiety is one the most distressing emotions one can feel. A constant worry about the future and a constant struggle to cover…
Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide, and is a major contributor to the overall global burden of disease Over five crore Indians are said to be suffering from major depressive disorder. Depression is a major contributor to loss of quality of life among young people. It is also a major contributor to…
Addictions are defined as a "compulsive need for and use of a habit-forming substance characterized by tolerance and by well-defined physiological symptoms upon withdrawal; broadly: persistent compulsive use of a substance known by the user to be harmful" - Merriam Webster The concept of internet addiction was initially proposed in 1995 as a way…
Quick fact - Similar to alcoholics anonymous, there is a shopaholics anonymous ! Some people develop shopping addictions because they essentially get addicted to how their brain feels while shopping. The brain releases endorphins and dopamine, in reaction to rewards related to shopping, very similar to the way the brain reacts to drugs of addiction…