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How the Evolutionary Psychology Explains Mental Health Problems
If you subscribe to an evolutionary description of human psychology, then you will believe that most of our…
What Makes Some People Unbreakable?
At its worst, life can be staggeringly cruel, piling misfortune upon misfortune. Family doctors, for example, will recall…
The Importance of a Central Locus of Control
Our locus of control describes how much credit or blame we take for the outcomes in our life.…
What Theory of Mind Tells Us About Children, Chimpanzees and Autism
As you are probably aware, it is possible to teach chimpanzees basic sign language. Perhaps what hasn’t hit…
In Defence of Egotism, Arrogance And Narcissism
Generally people are very down on arrogance, egotism and narcissism. It’s not considered very pleasant or very healthy…
‘Morning Morality’ – Why You’re Most Likely to Be Dishonest in the Afternoon
Most of us tend to think of morality as being an abstract concept that can’t be pinned down,…
CBT Exercises You Can Do Yourself
CBT stands for ‘Cognitive Behavioural Therapy’ and is currently the most popular form of therapy for a range…
Commitment Issues? What Causes Fear of Intimacy and How to Overcome It
The fear of intimacy causes incalculable harm, not only undermining romantic relationships but affecting friendship, family life, even…
When Your Child Won’t Let You See Your Grandchildren
Being estranged from one’s grown up children is hard enough, but when that also means losing your grandchildren…