According to a study by Current Biology, people with anxiety problems might have brains that are fundamentally different than their peers. But what does that mean in the real world? How do these neurological differences affect how people with anxiety problems see and interpret the things around them? Here are…
Could high IQ be responsible for psychiatric disorders? Let's see what science has to say... It has generally been accepted that your level of IQ has some bearing on how physically healthy you are. This is because individuals that are healthy tend to practice certain lifestyles that require learning, knowledge…
Have you ever thought that feeling bad might, in fact, benefit you in some ways? Positive thinking is currently one of the most popular concepts in psychology, as it seems to promote a number of different effects, such as elevating some of the symptoms of mental illness. However, in a…
Mood disorders and mental imperfections may stem from high intelligence and natural talent. The cost of intelligence, rumour has it, is insanity. Well, not exactly, but I got your attention so listen. First of all, I hope you don’t take offense of my use words like, ‘madness’ or ‘lunacy’. If…
I have ALWAYS been uneasy about adjusting my state of consciousness via external means, yet even I’m enthusiastic about the social implications of the new “Thync” wearable technology. Some tech reviewers have been comparing its ambition-enhancing or emotionally centering effects to those of coffee or marijuana but without the downsides.…
Depression is categorized as being a mental health disorder. So, if you think of it, in one way, it is a disease because it is a condition that does require medical attention and treatment before it manages to get worse. Therefore, with this said, it is a disease of sorts.…
It seems that, among other factors, your mood and temperament depend on your season of birth, according to a new study. Since ancient times, astrology has tried to link one’s personality traits to the influence of the planets at the time they were born. Now, in a way, scientists come…
“If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration.” ― Nikola Tesla Using sound to heal the body and relax the mind is nothing new. In fact, it goes back to the beginning of time. Some of the most interesting ways…
We all easily distinguish between positive people and everyone else. What's more, we instinctively want to keep company with them. One reason why we find positive people to be so valuable is how they see life. They seem to take what the world gives them and fashion it to suit…
