Psychology Archives

Black Behavior and Post-Traumatic Slave Syndrome

The Link Between Childhood Trauma and Depression

What are the racist beliefs about Black behavior? How are these stereotypes explained by a condition known as post-traumatic slave syndrome? In behavioral racism, Black behavior is anticipated to be poor actions and poor judgement by the entire race. One explanation for the cause of this behavior is a condition known as post-traumatic slave syndrome. Read more about behavioral racism, Black behavior, and the factors explaining such stereotypes and phenomena.

Lithium & Suicide: Reflections of Dr. Kay Jamison

What does it feel like to be on lithium? Is lithium for suicide prevention effective? In her memoir An Unquiet Mind, Kay Redfield Jamison shares her experience living with manic depression. She shares her identity struggles, how she was treated with lithium, and a suicide attempt. Read more about Kay Redfield Jamison, her struggle through manic depression, experience with lithium, and suicide attempt.

How to Handle Toxic People: Strategies For Every Type

Do you want to know how to handle toxic people? How can you identify toxic people? You’re going to encounter toxic people in life. It’s best that you learn how to recognize all types of toxic behavior, and learn how to handle toxic people. Read more about the different toxic types and how to handle toxic people.

4 Basic Human Needs: The Key to Fulfillment

What are the 4 basic human needs? How do humans fulfill each of these needs? There is a difference between going through each day and feeling fulfilled. Humans get a sense of fulfillment only through satisfying 4 basic human needs: “to live, to love, to learn, to leave a legacy.” Keep reading for more about the 4 basic human needs.

Individuals vs Groups: How Your Behavior Changes

A woman speaking to a group at an art gallery illustrates positional bargaining

What’s the difference between individuals vs groups? How does mentality and behavior change when people are in groups? There’s a clear difference between individuals vs groups as far as the way people think and view themselves. These differences can affect the way people behave and can cause problems with group work. Read more about the individuals vs groups and what they mean.

Manic Phase Symptoms in Bipolar Disorder

What are manic phase symptoms in bipolar disorder? How did these manic state symptoms appear in An Unquiet Mind? In her memoir An Unquiet Mind, Dr. Jamison recounts her experience living with manic depression. Her manic phase symptoms began in her senior year of high school and didn’t end until late adulthood when she was prescribed lithium therapy. Read more to learn how manic phase symptoms manifest in everyday life.

How to Feel Alive: Conquer Your Fear of Death

Are humans naturally afraid of death? Can they counter this fear by learning how to feel alive? Discovering how to feel alive isn’t always about taking risks or getting your adrenaline going. There are numerous ways to feel more alive, and get in touch with your natural fear of death. Read more about how to feel alive and how it can counter your fears.

Dueling Consciousness: Ibram X. Kendi’s Identities

What is a dueling consciousness? How did dueling consciousness affect Ibram X. Kendi in How to Be an Antiracist? Dueling consciousness is the feeling that you see yourself in two ways. You have your own view of yourself and you have the way that others see you. Keep reading to understand what dueling consciousness is and how it affected Kendi.

Internal and External Motivation: What’s the Difference?

What is the difference between internal and external motivation? What are some examples of each? By definition, internal motivation comes from within the person (e.g. feelings, values, and goals). In contrast, external motivation comes from outside forces (e.g. duties and deadlines). Keep reading for more about internal and external motivation.

Different Types of Attitudes and the Impact on Behavior

Are there different types of attitudes? How do these different types of attitudes affect how you see the world? There are different types of attitudes in addition to just positive or negative. Everyone has an attitude, and it can affect your behavior. Read more about the different types of attitudes and how they work.