There are 4 dominant “happy” chemicals in our brains that trigger our happiness – dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, and endorphins. These chemicals are produced by different glands across your body. They travel through the bloodstream, acting as messengers and playing a part in many bodily processes. Dopamine Also known as the reward chemical, it is associated with pleasurable sensations, along with learning, memory, motor …
Do you ever feel like you took a decision too quickly without having second thoughts about it and immediately regretted it? People oftentimes tend to confuse personality disorders and ADHD with bursts of impulses. However, it is common for those who are diagnosed with a personality disorder and ADHD to exhibit impulse control issues. Lack of control …
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has completely changed our lives. This is negatively impacted the mental health of many people globally. One way of expressing love and relieving stress is through physical contact and socializing. However, in order to prevent the spread of the virus, such activities have been limited. This has increased levels of loneliness …
Being in a romantic relationship is a norm. It has been a norm for quite some time, actually. It is a thing that is so badly wanted by many people, to the point where it becomes an issue if they do not have it. We have been socially conditioned to prefer romantic relationships over being …
Over the last year socializing has become substantially more difficult due to the unfortunate circumstances that Covid-19 has brought upon the world. Face to face interactions have become Zoom calls, meetings have solely been held online, and hanging out with friends has turned into texting and social media interactions. Socializing is the action or practice …
Trigger warning: this article discusses trauma and abuse. The very word “childhood” tends to draw up images of purity, innocence, optimism, and joy. It is the feeling of stability in knowing that you are protected by your family which allows you to form healthy and safe relationships later on in life. While this is the …
Trigger warning: this article discusses clinical anxiety disorders. There are many different types of anxiety disorders that are all characterized by distinctive things and are manifested differently. Anxiety Anxiety is different from the regular feelings of nervousness we tend to get often throughout our lives. Anxiety is characterized by excessive feelings of fear. Furthermore, anxiety can …
The Hollywood film industry portrays villains and their antagonist stories with a distinct pattern. A plethora of quintessential examples can be derived from popular films such as Captain Hook portrayed as an amputee, Barty Crough Jr. suffers from a tongue twitch, and Scar in the Lion King sports a facial injury. Hollywood has a reputation of relying …
Almost half the things you see on social media are an untrue perception of someone’s life. It is important to keep in mind that not every moment is posted online. Some people might tend to only post about their temporary, perfect moments. Behind every social media account, there is a real person living and going …
Why You Shouldn’t Believe Everything on Social Media Read More »
Non-verbal communication is the act of conveying a thought, feeling, or idea through physical gestures, posture, and facial expressions. Non-verbal communication plays a significant role in our lives, as it can improve a person’s ability to relate, engage, and establish meaningful interactions in everyday life. A better understanding of this type of communication can lead people …