The phenomenon where the victim forms a deep emotional bond with the abuser has been observed in various situations, namely, situations involving child abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and kidnapping. This psychological phenomenon is known as Trauma Bonding or Stockholm syndrome. Despite the damaging bond between the victim of abuse and the abuser,…
In 1965, an experiment was conducted with dogs that tested their response to electric shocks. During this experiment, dogs were placed in a box with two chambers- one had an electric floor. The dogs were given a mild electric shock every time the experimenter rang a bell, and to this, only some of the dogs…
Having an attitude of gratitude is just an overall healthy, joyful, and good decision (Lancaster, 2020). Webster defines gratitude as “being grateful, thankful, a readiness to show appreciation and a disposition to return kindness” (Lancaster, 2020). Gratitude is usually seen as an emotion that is experienced at the moment. However, gratitude can also be seen…
Often, there are instances where one finds themselves under stressful circumstances, be it a job interview, first day at college, a flight to catch, or even a speech to deliver. There is a sense of nervousness and strong fear to apprehend. In such crucial situations, anxiety is the body’s response to stress that arises naturally.…
Effective communication, especially in relationships, is a skill that requires us to be in the present moment, observe our partner’s nonverbal signs, and empathize with them. Being congruent is an efficient communication method (Kitili, 2020). It means balancing the internal and the external world, thereby leading to higher functioning (Satir et.al, 1991). Incongruent people use…
‘I feel loved when my partner tells me “I love You.”.’ ‘I feel loved when my partner spends time with me!’ ‘I feel loved when someone takes care of me, especially when I am sick.’ ‘I feel loved when I get personalized gifts!’ ‘I feel loved when I can hold hands, kiss, and touch the…
Depression is a commonly used word in everyday language to express feeling sad, lousy, or sometimes even tired. But depression is much more than that. The World Health Organization (2021) says depression is a mental disorder but common. It is a leading cause of disability worldwide and significantly contributes to the overall global burden of…