Eleanor Roosevelt was a prominent American political figure, known for her role as First Lady of the United States and her work for the United Nations post-presidency. She was a key figure in civil rights activism, supporting equal rights for everyone, and took a leading role with the UN in developing the Universal Declaration of […]
Month: November 2025
Year 12 Bethlem Museum Trip
On Monday the 2nd of June, our A-Level psychology classes had the opportunity to visit the Bethlem Museum of the Mind, located in Beckenham, South London. It was an incredibly enjoyable and eye-opening day, blending historical discovery with psychological exploration in one of the most intriguing museums. The museum itself is found in the former […]
The Neuroscience of Emotion: How the Brain Shapes Our Feelings
Emotion is a key part of human experience, influencing how we think, behave, and interact with others. While psychology focuses on how emotions affect behaviour, neuroscience helps us understand the brain structures and processes that underlie these emotional responses. By combining both subjects, we can gain a clearer picture of how our brains shape the […]
Addiction and its effect on the brain
Addiction is a condition which affects many aspects of your life, including physical health, mental health and personal relationships. There are two types of addiction, substance and non-substance addition. Substance addictions are a result of substance use disorders with drugs that have addiction potential, whilst non-substance addictions are a product of behavioural addictions to activities […]
Drugs and Medicine for Mental Health: Understanding Their Role
Mental health disorders affect millions worldwide, and while therapy and lifestyle changes are crucial, medication often plays a significant role in managing these conditions. Psychiatric medications can alleviate symptoms, restore balance to brain chemistry, and improve quality of life when used appropriately. There are many different types of medications and the ones that are […]
Can stress affect cancer?
Cancer patients will face different kinds of mental distress based on different types of cancer condition. From slow-growing cancer patients to fast-growing cancer patients, they all shows different levels of ego defensiveness, anxiety, depression, self-criticism and even guilt. All types of depressive emotions frequently appear among cancer patients and will further motivate the progression in […]
The Dark Side Of The Mind by Kerry Daynes
A brilliant book for people interested in the minds and behaviours of criminals, this book may help you discover more about their motives and find some real life examples to think about. ‘The Dark Side Of The Mind’ is written by Kerry Daynes, an incredible forensic psychologist who shares some of her professional encounters with […]
The Psychology Behind Taking Performance Enhancing Drugs
There are many psychological factors that can lead to an athlete taking performance enhancing drugs. In this essay I will cover some of the basic ideas. Over the recent years, the role of psychology has become essential for the success of athletes. Sport psychologists work with athletes to help cope with immense amounts of pressure […]
The mind as a battlefield: Psychology of Propaganda and Information Warfare in the Russia-Ukraine Conflict.
When we think of war, we tend to think of soldiers physically fighting on the frontlines, however the Russia-Ukraine war exceeds the frontlines, it has become a modern conflict that has shaped public perception by misinformation and propaganda. The war has shown us that wars are not just fought on the ground but through the […]