Psychology Archives

The Optimal Connection Between the Left and Right Brain

How should the brain hemispheres work together? What’s the proper connection between the left and right brain? Popular opinion holds that the left brain does more “important” work than the right brain, so it should dominate. But, Iain McGilchrist takes the opposite view, contending that the left brain should be subservient to the right brain. Continue reading to learn what McGilchrist believes is the optimal relationship between the two brain hemispheres.

ADHD Disorganization: Getting Your Mess Under Control

Why does ADHD cause disorganization? How hard is it to stay organized with ADHD? ADHD can cause you to make impulsive decisions, struggle to stop a task once you’ve begun it, and have difficulty conforming to common organizational methods. These and other traits can make you disorganized, and being disorganized can then make your symptoms worse, creating a negative cycle. Let’s look at ways to clean up your messy habits so you can get your life in order, according to Order From Chaos by Jaclyn Paul,

How to Treat ADHD in Adults Without Meds: Nurture Growth

Are you an adult who deals with ADHD? What is the solution to ADHD that doesn’t require medication? There are several positive changes you can make to your life to help with ADHD. According to Scattered Minds by Gabor Maté, there are two essential components to re-parenting yourself as a solution to ADHD: pursuing psychological growth and physical self-nurturing. Let’s explore how to treat ADHD in adults without meds.

Silicon Valley Is on Psychedelics—Here’s Why (+the Risks)

Why is Silicon Valley on psychedelics? Do they really make you more creative? What are the associated risks? A growing number of entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and others working in Silicon Valley appear to be embracing psychedelic drug use to enhance their creativity and treat anxiety and depression. Experts say that more research is needed to understand the benefits and dangers of psychedelics. Here’s a look at psychedelic use in Silicon Valley.

Insecure Attachment in Relationships: Tips to Get You on Track

What are the primary attachment styles? How can insecure attachment in relationships be managed? One essential element of maintaining a happy relationship is to understand both your needs and your partner’s. Specifically, relationship experts recommend understanding your attachment styles and using strategies to maintain secure attachment and negate the effects of insecure attachment. Continue reading to learn about attachment styles in romantic relationships and ways to move toward relationship health.

The Future of ADHD: How Society Can Prevent the Disorder

What does the future of ADHD look like? What role does society play in treating ADHD? ADHD most often develops in children who live in stressful environments. Even if you aren’t a parent, there’s a way you can help prevent ADHD in children by making society a better place to live in. Continue reading to learn how you can contribute to preventing ADHD in children of the future.

How to Compliment People: Make Them Feel Validated & Seen

What kind of compliments do you appreciate most? How can you compliment others in a way that’s received especially well? Some compliments feel better than others. That’s because they come in different categories. Social interaction expert Patrick King draws vital distinctions among categories of compliments and shows why some go a lot further than others when it comes to making people feel validated, seen, and appreciated. Keep reading for King’s advice on how to compliment people in meaningful ways.

The Best Gabor Maté Scattered Minds Quotes About ADHD

What are the best quotes from Scattered Minds? What can you take away about the development of ADHD from these quotes? Gabor Maté is an internationally renowned family doctor with expertise in childhood development and the impacts of trauma on health. He argues that understanding the social and psychological roots of ADHD can help you treat it in your child without medication. Take a look at Gabor Maté’s Scattered Mind quotes with context.

The 3 Reasons for Procrastinating: Why We Avoid Tasks

What are the top three reasons for procrastinating? What is the psychology behind procrastination? In The Procrastination Equation, Piers Steel defines procrastination as purposefully putting off tasks against your better judgment and contrary to your best interests. He also gives the top three reasons we procrastinate. Let’s dive into those reasons to see if you fall into any of these categories.

3 Harms of Living in a World of Left-Brain Hemispheric Dominance

Does it seem like we’re increasingly losing meaning in our lives? Are we prioritizing knowledge over wisdom? Iain McGilchrist argues that the right brain hemisphere is more important than the left. The problem is that we live in an era when the left brain dominates. He makes three predictions about a world dominated by the left hemisphere and explains why such a world would diminish our happiness. Keep reading to learn three ways that left-brain hemispheric dominance is detrimental to society, according to McGilchrist.