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Because HSPs’ brains are wired differently, the way they process information and come to a decision is different from people who don’t have high SPS. They take more time making decisions, and can feel overwhelmed when asked to make a particularly tough one. Ever since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have experienced an increase in difficulty when it comes to making decisions, even those small, seemingly trivial day-to-day ones....

Overview of Experimental Psychology Why do people do the things they do? What factors influence how personality develops? And how do our behaviors and experiences shape our character? These are just a few of the questions that psychologists explore, and experimental methods allow researchers to create and empirically test hypotheses. By studying such questions, researchers can also develop theories that enable them to describe, explain, predict, and even change human behaviors....

This article explains what a migraine is, how exercise can alleviate head pain, and how to prevent migraines before and during exercise. It also provides some forms of exercise that you can try. What Is a Migraine? The Cleveland Clinic defines a migraine as “a common neurological disease that causes a variety of symptoms, most notably a throbbing, pulsing headache on one side of your head.” Migraines can be exacerbated by bright lights, sleep deprivation, hormones, stress, loud sounds or specific smells, and certain foods....

This fear can stem from many issues ranging from worrying about rejection, feeling insecure about what you can offer a partner, or being fearful of relationships in general based on your own personal experiences. We’re outlining common signs that demonstrate a fear of commitment and explaining how failing to work past commitment issues can ultimately be the demise of a relationship you treasure. Signs You Have a Fear of Commitment A fear of commitment becomes obvious over time, but there are some early signs you can watch for, as well....

This is, of course, only a possibility. Though research shows a connection between moving and depression in children, that doesn’t mean that every child will be impacted by a move in this way. You have to make decisions that are right for you and your family and that might just be making a move. Fortunately, there are a few things that you can do to ensure a smooth transition for your child and happy life in your new home....

A treatment plan varies from individual to individual. Factors such as how long the substance has been abused, what kind of substance it is, and a person’s age and gender will also be considered when charting a treatment plan. However, in general, treatment involves a combination of medication and psychotherapy. This article looks into the most common treatment options for substance abuse and what you can expect to get out of each option....

For more mental health resources, see our National Helpline Database. Depression and anxiety have been parts of my life for at least a decade. They ebb and flow. Sometimes one will be more prominent than the other, while other times they’ll both be quite high. Sometimes, both feel manageable. I began taking Prozac (fluoxetine) in 2018, when I was 19 years old, and was on the antidepressant for three years....

Whether you’re a small business owner, influencer, or just looking to increase your brand, these tips can help you reach your goals on Snapchat. Build your brand Before you can become a public figure on Snapchat, it’s important to first build your brand. This involves identifying your niche or area of expertise and consistently creating content that aligns with it. For example, if you’re a makeup artist, your Snapchat should showcase your skills and provide tips and tutorials for your followers....

Sometimes you may come across a user who is making you uncomfortable or harassing you. In such cases, you may want to block them on Discord. We’ll explain why someone may want to block another user on Discord and provide instructions for blocking and unblocking someone on the Discord desktop and mobile app. We’ll also discuss what happens when you block someone on Discord and discuss how to set healthy boundaries in online interactions....

Whatever the reason, when we eat an unhealthy diet, we may experience short-term and long-term consequences. We may feel less energetic, and this lack of energy can affect our productivity and stress levels. We may be less able to fight off sickness, and this poor health can affect our quality of life and our stress levels. We may be short-tempered or overly-emotional, and this can affect our relationships and our stress levels....

This sense of foreshortened future is a reaction that can occur following trauma. It is considered an avoidance symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) related to negative expectations about the future. This article discusses the symptoms and causes of a sense of foreshortened future. It also covers coping with this symptom and when you should seek help from a professional. Symptoms A sense of foreshortened future is characterized by:...

When Battling Chronic Fatigue If your fatigue is consistent, there are a handful of primary contributing culprits. getting poor sleep (from either poor habits or sleep disorders), having subpar nutritional intake, and/or not getting enough exercise. Evaluate Your Sleep Schedule The National Sleep Foundation recommends that adults between the ages of 18 and 64 get seven to nine hours of sleep every night, and those 65 and up get seven to eight....

Whether you’re new to WhatsApp or want to ensure your username is set up correctly, this post has you covered. So, let’s get started! A step-by-step guide to finding your WhatsApp username A step-by-step guide to finding your WhatsApp username: That’s it! You’ve successfully found your WhatsApp username. If you want to change it, tap on the field and enter a new username. Just keep in mind that your username must be unique and can only contain letters, numbers, and underscores....

One of the features of the app is the “snap score,” which is a number that represents the total amount of interaction a user has had on the platform. Many users are interested in increasing their score as it can be a fun way to measure one’s engagement on the platform. Here are some tips and techniques for increasing your Snapchat scores, like sending snaps to your friends regularly, participating in challenges and events, using filters and lenses, and posting stories....

BIPOC folks experience white supremacist harm daily given how deeply entrenched this is in the systems and the consciousness of those with whom they come into contact. Unfortunately, part of what has helped this ideology to be maintained is the narrow definition by which white supremacy has been defined by those who benefit from it, to the detriment of BIPOC folks. Thankfully, there has been a societal shift towards considering how white supremacy operates in more insidious ways than such extreme manifestations as the Ku Klux Klan or engaging in blackface....

Black Box Warnings for Clozaril Clozaril carries five serious warnings, called black box warnings, about possible severe side effects and drug interactions. Because of these warnings, Clozaril can only be prescribed through a special program that restricts distribution called the Clozapine Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS) Program. The REMS program ensures monitoring of white blood cell (WBC) count and absolute neutrophil count (ANC) according to the schedule described below prior to delivery of the next supply of medication....

The thinking goes that an invisible disability is something that can be hidden from view—oftentimes mental health disabilities are labeled this way—while disabilities that require mobility aids tend to be classified as visible. That framing can obscure the reality of some disabled people, especially when it comes to mental health. This July, during Disability Pride Month, we’re looking at how disabled people with a variety of experiences came to accept themselves and their bodies in whatever form they have taken....

It’s a sensation that we are all familiar with, and it turns out that this common state actually has a name. It is known as lethologica or the tip-of-the-tongue phenomenon. Psychologists define this phenomenon as a feeling that accompanies the temporary inability to retrieve information from memory. Even though you know that you know the answer, the elusive information seems to be just outside of your mental reach. This feeling can be frustrating when you are experiencing it, but one of the upsides of lethologica is that it allows researchers to analyze different aspects of memory....