The crisis that arose in psychology at the beginning of the 20th century caused the long-term use of introspection as the main method of scientific research to become obsolete. It turns out that only with the help of internal self-observation it is impossible to explain a number of fundamental problems of psychology itself. A crisis…
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is now more commonly known as seasonal major depressive disorder. This is a type of depression that affects people living in countries farther from the equator. It is most common during the winter months and tends to disappear in the spring. Other names for seasonal major depressive disorder include SAD, winter…
SUMMARY Currently, many researchers and specialists in various fields are focused on the earliest possible diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders. However, the diagnosis of a group of adults with autism remains no less urgent. The “gold standard” for this is the ADOS technique. The article discusses some of the features of Module 4, designed to…
Neuro-linguistic programming is a way of changing someone’s thoughts and behaviors to help achieve desired outcomes for them. The popularity of neuro-linguistic programming or NLP has become widespread since it started in the 1970s. Its uses include treatment of phobias and anxiety disorders and improvement of workplace performance or personal happiness. This article will explore the theory…
What is autism? What are the symptoms of autism? Autism is a developmental disorder that usually begins at the first age of 3 and continues throughout life, which we can express in the form of a person’s inability to establish a proper relationship with their environment in a verbal and nonverbal way. Currently, it can…
What Is Addiction? What’s the definition of addiction? An addiction is a chronic dysfunction of the brain system that involves reward, motivation, and memory. It’s about the way your body craves a substance or behavior, especially if it causes a compulsive or obsessive pursuit of “reward” and lack of concern over consequences. Someone experiencing an…
What Is Speech Therapy? Speech therapy is the assessment and treatment of communication problems and speech disorders. It is performed by speech-language pathologists (SLPs), which are often referred to as speech therapists. Speech therapy techniques are used to improve communication. These include articulation therapy, language intervention activities, and others depending on the type of speech…
What is suicide and suicidal behavior? Suicide is the act of taking one’s own life. According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, taking the lives of approximately 47,000 Americans each year. Suicidal behavior refers to talking about or taking actions related to…
Psychological profiles of various categories of criminals Psychological portraits of various categories of criminals, thieves and lovers to profit at the expense of others, are characterized by restraint, sociability and a high level of assimilation of social norms. They easily make new acquaintances and can control their behavior perfectly. Self-serving violent offenders are characterized by…
In the case of the coronavirus epidemic, I have recommendations to make it easier to deal with the current situation with COVID-19., to reduce the level of anxiety and help maintain mental health. Recommendations are presented in the form of advice and are periodically updated. I believe that together we can overcome this difficult situation…