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The great writer Samuel Johnson once wrote, “The chains of habit are too weak to be felt until they are too strong to be broken.” Routines based on bad practices and impractical ideas are often difficult to overcome. These routines grip onto fear and take control of any actions and thoughts. They creep out of…
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Some people’s interest in psychology starts with one simple question: “Why?” Why do criminals do what they do? Why do some people have more extraversion than others? Why do people behave differently in different social situations? Psychologists ask themselves these questions to understand the human mind and behavior. Specifically, in the case of criminal and…
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Christmas is a time of giving, joy, and cheer for many around the world. No matter what belief people have, the feeling of joy that comes with the season is a universal feeling. People are happier and this joy spreads to others, creating a happy feeling for many. This “Christmas cheer” can be attributed to…
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One of the oldest debates in psychology is the argument of nature vs. nurture in personality development. Some people believe that a person’s genetic makeup is what causes certain traits and types of personality. In contrast, others believe that personality comes from a nurturing aspect, or how a human’s environment and childhood shape who they…
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Greek philosopher Aristotle once wrote, “Often when one is asleep, there is something in consciousness which declares that what then presents itself is but a dream.” But what does this mean? Well, Aristotle wanted to find out why humans dream and in doing so, accidentally discovered what is known as a lucid dream. Lucid dreams…
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As the famous director Wes Craven once said, “Horror films don’t create fear. They release it.” Currently, horror is the 6th most watched genre in the U.S. and Canada due to the renowned effects it causes people to feel; both good and bad. Whether that be goosebumps in the wake of fear or the chilling…