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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Therapy dogs: the future of health treatment?
Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT, also referred to as Pet Therapy) is an up and coming new treatment method which has excited both psychologists and doctors around the world. To give a definition, it is the guided interaction between a person and a trained animal through a formal, structured set of sessions. This is similar to Animal-Assisted […]