Growth & Development
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Understanding Shame
The last decade has seen an increase in the public discourse around shame. This corresponds with social media becoming ubiquitous…
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Why We Gossip
When we think of gossip we tend to think of its most negative manifestations. It brings to mind workplace backstabbing…
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The Allure of Charisma
Recently, streaming services have been releasing series after series focused on charismatic leaders/grifters and the damage they cause. WeCrashed (on…
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Understanding Maladaptive Daydreaming
The scientific definition of imagination is; the ability to produce and simulate novel objects, sensations, and ideas in the mind…
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The Importance of Theory of Mind
Humans are highly social animals, relying on cooperation and group bonds to thrive. Our thoughts, behavior, and self-esteem are shaped…
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Processing Grief in Isolation, How to Navigate Despair
Every year the American Psychological Association (APA) surveys people across the United States about stress. The introduction to the results…
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Is Critical Thinking Lost and Why Does This Matter?
The book Academically Adrift: Limited Learning on College Campuses 1by Richard Arum Josipa Roksa reports on the current stagnation of…
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Panic Buying, Rumor Spreading, and Assigning Blame: Analyzing Human Behavior During a Pandemic
COVID-19 has dominated the news cycle. It has caused a great deal of uncertainty and disruption to people’s lives. And…
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What it is to be Human: An Overview of Structural Anthropology
Before diving into Structuralism, a brief word about Anthropology: Anthropology is a comprehensive discipline. It is the study of cultures,…
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Memory, Identity, and Personal Growth
Accepting the Limitations of Your Memory and Unlocking its Potential If you woke up tomorrow with no memory of your…
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