Masochism vs Sadism: The Psychology Behind Self-Inflicted and Inflicted Pain
The words “masochist” and “sadist” have heavy cultural baggage and are widely used inappropriately to refer to any person who likes hard challenges or derives pleasure from the misery of others. These terms are used in sexual psychology to define a certain form of psychological arousal in connection with the experience or delivery of pain […]
Depression After Vacation: Why Coming Home Feels So Hard
We all look forward to that special time of year when we can finally get away from our daily struggles—relax on a beautiful beach, go on a fun road trip with friends or explore a new culture in an exciting travel destination. Vacation is a wonderful opportunity to rest and recharge. But what happens when […]
Negativistic Personality Disorder: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Negativistic personality disorder – also formerly termed passive-aggressive personality disorder is a pattern of long-term indirect resistance, emotional opposition, and silent defiance to expectations, authority, or responsibility. This state, unlike obvious resistance, is inclined to work in less obvious directions: procrastination, rather than rejection, obstinacy, rather than confrontation, bitterness, which is warmed under the apparent […]
Unmasking the Malignant Narcissist: A Deep Dive into Toxic Behavior
The word malignant narcissist is frequently used when the emotional damage has already taken its toll, and misunderstanding, self-distrust, and exhaustion start taking their toll against awareness. This manifestation of narcissism is one of the most harmful manifestations of narcissistic personality disorder, which includes grandiosity and a complete absence of empathy, manipulation, and exploitative relationships, […]
Unlocking the Depths of the INTP Personality Type
The INTP personality type can be said to be quiet and relentlessly active at the same time. INTP is known as an intuitive, introspective, and thoughtful person who can never rest their mind as it is always analyzing, questioning, and reimagining how the world functions. They might be introverted and even remote, but in depth, […]
Strategies for Addressing Externalizing Behavior in Children
The externalizing behavior in children is usually very vocal-it may be in the form of aggression, impulsivity, defiance, or hyperactivity, which spills over into the classrooms, homes, and social places. These actions are superficial, intrusive, and can be observed, but what lies beneath them is misinterpreted. Outward behavior is not an indication of bad behavior […]
Pseudoaddiction in Pain Management: Causes & Key Facts
The term pseudoaddiction often goes unrecognized until trust and the patient-provider relationship are already damaged. Within the context of pain management, it refers to a patient who seems to undergo drug-seeking behavior, but it is not due to addiction, but instead due to poorly managed chronic pain. At the outset of this discussion, one should […]
Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster of Teenage Angst
A great number of parents and teenagers would be asking themselves what the meaning of teenage angst is, it is merely a question of moodiness, or there is something more to it. Adolescence has been described as a rollercoaster of emotions, characterized by mood swings, rebellion, and extreme emotional responses, which can be a confusing […]
Unraveling the Dual Nature of Jekyll and Hyde Personality
Jekyll and Hyde personality is a common term that is applied to describe people who appear to possess two vastly different personalities, one being emotionally stable, well-behaved, and contained, and the other impulsive, aggressive, or emotionally unstable. Most individuals are aware of this trend in themselves or of a close person and ask themselves what […]
When Therapists Must Break Confidentiality: Reporting Crimes
Can therapists report crimes? It is one of the most frequent questions posed by people before the beginning of the therapy. It is a natural thing to worry about. Therapy is supposed to be a non-threatening, non-public area, a place where you can talk without worrying about repercussions. In fact, confidentiality is one of the […]
