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Psychoeducation (REBT): How ‘Musts’ or Demandingness Lead to Behavioral Disorders

Imagine a scenario where something unexpected happens. This situation stresses you out immensely. You do not know how this problem will resolve, but you want it to just go away. Someone must help you. The event that distressed you must not happen again. You must resolve it quickly. In short, the world must comply with […]

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Commentary Current Affairs

Khalil-Ur-Rehman, Crimes, Hypocrisy and Sadism in Pakistan

In July, 2024, a kidnapping made headlines across Pakistani media. According to the victim, the famous screenwriter Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar, he was lured at night to a place by a woman named ‘Aamna Urooj’ where his phone, cash and wallet were snatched from him. The snatchers then made Qamar transfer about Rs 250,000 to their account […]

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Psychological Interventions Psychological Tips

Procrastination: Important Factors and How to Deal with It

Imagine an important task that you have to complete in a short time. However, you find yourself only thinking about it, contemplating it for most of the time. You know that it is important that you complete it as early as possible. You understand that you will feel less stressed out. But you keep on […]

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Panic Disorder

Paneck’s Problems at Work

A 35 year old male, Paneck was employed as a manager at a beauty salon. This was his 3rd year at the salon and he had had a troubled experience dealing with the recent issues at work. Thanks to the marketing team and the staff’s work, the beauty salon had recently gotten a boom of […]

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Uncategorized Social Anxiety Disorder

Sonata’s Troubles at Work

Sonata, a middle-aged woman, had major issues whenever it was her time to present at work. However, this presentation was important as this time it was to be given specifically to a team hired by a potential investor to get the know-how of Sonata’s firm. Sonata was a hardworking woman. She was always a little […]

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Psychological Interventions Psychological Tips

How to Get Over the Loss of a Loved One

There is often no psychological state that is more painful than experiencing the death of a loved one.  It could be a parent, who nourished you throughout your life. It could be a family member, a sibling, a cousin, a grandparent who you had great memories with. But they are no longer in this world. […]

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Dark Personality Psychology

An Introduction to Narcissism

Imagine a world in which you are the main character. Now imagine a desire of others being responsible for fulfilling your wishes. You understand that you have to work towards them. However, your desire to be ‘great’ is as pervasive as your desire to be told that you are great. Narcissism is a controversial personality […]

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Psychological Storybook Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Narcissus’s Problems at Work

Narcissus was a young, 24 year old man. He had just begun work at an online start up as a marketing specialist after he passed the interview with flying colors. He considered himself to be the best financial adviser and had hopes of achieving a lot in his career. At work, his performance was generally […]

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Dark Personality Psychology

An Introduction to Psychopathy

Psychopathy is a fascinating personality characteristic. It has interested both popular and scientific inquiry. It has also inspired fictional characterizations as in Hannibal Lector and Dexter. On the other hand, psychopathy has been a well-researched area of psychology and psychiatry. Recently, psychopathy has received significant attention as a personality trait of the Dark Tetrad. The […]

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Brain Health Cognitive Psychology Psychiatric Disorders

Basic Psychological Techniques to Control Social Anxiety

Social events are supposed to be fun. Going out with your friends, going on a date with your partner or even going to weddings can be exciting. Research has also shown that people who are high in sociability tend to have better health outcomes. However, not all people find social interactions to be fulfilling. While […]

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