Introduction Imagine walking into a room where you’re immediately put under a spotlight, watched by unfamiliar eyes, and asked to perform tasks that determine your self-worth. For many, this scenario may sound like a nightmare, but it’s the essence of a widely used research method in psychology known as the Trier Social Stress Test (TSST) […]
Tag: Social psychology
Unraveling the Mind’s Boundaries: Childhood Behavioral Inhibition and Its Impact on Adolescent Mentalizing
Introduction: The Ties That Bind Our Inner Worlds Think back to your childhood days. Remember those classmates who were painfully shy, the ones who hovered on the edges of social circles, hesitant to join in the play. These children, often described as “behaviorally inhibited,” are more common than one might think, and their tentative approach […]
Unraveling the Dance of Social Interaction: Insights into the Embodied Competence of Children with Autism
Introduction When you talk to someone, there’s more happening than just the exchange of words. Your hands might gesture, your head might nod, and your body might subconsciously sway in rhythm with the conversation. These subtle dances of the body often go unnoticed, yet they are integral to how we connect with others. For children […]
Eyes That Tell Too Much: Understanding How People with Autism Experience Eye Contact
Introduction Imagine navigating a world where something as simple as eye contact feels as daunting as crossing a tightrope between buildings. For many adults and teens with self-declared Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), eye contact isn’t just a fleeting social gesture; it’s a complex, often overwhelming experience that can dictate the ebb and flow of their […]
Unveiling the Mysteries of Wellbeing: Who Benefits Most from Mental Health Interventions?
Introduction Imagine a world where everyone responds equally to wellbeing interventions; a world where a single strategy can universally enhance mental health and happiness. It sounds ideal, doesn’t it? However, in reality, there’s a fascinating mix of factors that make people respond differently to such interventions, almost like a psychological treasure map filled with clues […]
Enhancing Life Through Action: Exploring the Dance Between Behavior Activation and Quality of Life
Introduction: Charting New Territories in Mental Well-Being In a world that is perpetually in motion, mental health matters more than ever. We juggle work, family, and social life, often feeling like there’s no time to pause and breathe. It’s no wonder then, that maintaining a high quality of life can sometimes feel like an elusive […]
Shedding Light on Vitamin D: Its Surprising Role in Children’s Emotional Health
Introduction: The Sunshine Vitamin and Our Minds Imagine catching a ray of sunlight on a warm afternoon, feeling its gentle warmth seep into your skin. This seemingly simple act powers a crucial process in our body, producing a nutrient that plays several vital roles — vitamin D, often called the “sunshine vitamin.” But its influence […]
The Mental Gymnastics: Mastering Psychological Skills Before The Big Day
Introduction: The Countdown to Victory Imagine the point where a split second, a single decision, determines the difference between triumph and defeat. This is the reality faced by many athletes on the cusp of competition. But here’s the twist—what if their mental preparation started not on the day of the event, but precisely a week […]
Decoding Emotions: How Adversity Shapes Empathy in the Lives of High-Risk Youth
Introduction Imagine navigating the world not just with everything you own on your back but with life’s invisible burdens pressing down all around you. Now picture trying to understand and connect with others while carrying such a load. This is the reality for countless young individuals who grow up in environments laden with hardship and […]
Unveiling the Nightmares: How Elder Abuse Disrupts the Sleep of Rural Malaysians
Introduction: When the Sandman Doesn’t Come Imagine this: the comforting embrace of your bed at the end of a long day, the soft promises of restful slumber. Yet, for many older individuals enduring the harsh reality of elder abuse, this serene image of sleep is an elusive mirage. The research paper titled “Association between elder […]