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I’m a Psychologist and Addiction Is Not a Disease: Here’s What It Actually Is (And Why That Matters)
Introduction : For decades, addiction has been widely described as a disease. Governments, rehabilitation centers, and even many medical professionals promote the idea that addiction works like illnesses such as diabetes or heart disease. According to this model, addiction is something that permanently affects the brain and must be managed throughout a person’s life.
By Shahid Zamanabout 5 hours ago in Psyche
TV Quiz Show Brain-Rot
I might expand on this soon, but I need you to understand this... *** We've often seen that social media's infinite scrolling and slot-machine style refreshers are based upon the methods implemented by casinos in order to keep us playing the game (or in their case, using the application). But what we do not discuss often enough is how these same casino-like situations are implemented by television in order to keep us paying attention to the screen.
By Annie Kapurabout 12 hours ago in Psyche
The Surprising Psychology Behind People Who Love Staying at Home
In a world that constantly celebrates travel, parties, social gatherings, and busy lifestyles, people who prefer staying at home are often misunderstood. Many assume they are lazy, antisocial, or missing out on life. However, psychology tells a very different story. Loving to stay at home can reveal deep aspects of personality, mental wellbeing, and emotional intelligence. Interestingly, psychologists have found that people who enjoy their own company often possess unique psychological strengths. Their preference for quiet environments is not necessarily about avoiding the world — sometimes it is about understanding themselves better. Let’s explore the surprising psychology behind people who genuinely love staying at home.
By Shahid Zamanabout 22 hours ago in Psyche
The Mind Behind Your Money: Why Wealth Starts in Your Head
"You can earn more, save more, and invest wisely—but if your mind doesn’t understand money, it will always slip through your fingers. The real wealth isn’t in your bank account—it’s in the way you think about money."
By Zakir Ullaha day ago in Psyche
If Love Were Worth Begging For, It Would Have Been Given to Me Generously Without Asking
If you’ve ever stared at your phone waiting for a message that never came… If you’ve ever rewritten a text ten times because you were afraid of sounding “too much”… If you’ve ever begged someone—silently or directly—to treat you the way you deserved…
By Ahmed aldeabellaa day ago in Psyche
