How to Control the Amygdala of Your Brain to Turn off Your Anxiety

Is there a possibility that you can turn off your anxiety? The part of the brain called the amygdala can function like a power switch for anxiety, studies show. Most people like to think that depression is a sadness, but in reality, it is about a terrible emotional pain that includes…

5 Classic Horror Movies That Have Changed the Way We Think

Since the beginning of filmmaking, horror fiction has always been popular. In many ways, classic horror movies have changed our perception of the world. The genre of horror has given mankind a new outlook on their fears. Classic horror movies of the past few decades have brought our worst nightmares…

4 Creepiest Psychology Experiments in History

Some psychology experiments conducted in the past would seem creepy and unethical to today's people. Here are 4 of them. It is true to say that psychology is not an exact science. To this end, psychology experiments have been used to quantify data and bring about qualitative results that can…

Gut Feeling or Irrational Fear? How to Tell the Difference

So, you’re scared… Is that a gut feeling or an irrational fear? Sometimes it can be so hard to distinguish what’s real from imaginary. Since I live a life filled with anxious feelings and clouded perspectives, I find it increasingly hard to distinguish between a gut feeling of fear and…

3 Key Reasons for Self-Esteem Issues (and How to Fix Them)

Self-esteem issues are commonly known in today’s society. With so much expectation and pressure coming from every direction, it’s no wonder that many people have trouble with their confidence. While some of them have friends and family who notice and support them, many others are left to their own devices…