Categoria: International
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World Smile Day – Exploring The Power Of Smiling
Reading time: 5 minutes Emotions are often thought of as internal states, invisible to the outside world. Yet the human body can reflect these psychological states, becoming a powerful means of communication with the outside world. This is the case with smiling: happiness or joy is represented by the lips curved upward, often accompanied by…
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When the Limb is Gone but the Pain Persists: The Brain-Body Paradox of Phantom Limb Pain
Reading time: 5 minutes Her alarm went off, and with a look outside of her window, she realized immediately that this was going to be a gloomy morning. How cozy it could have been to just stay in bed, turn around, and stay warm and comfortable. “But money doesn’t grow on trees,” she thought to…
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Happy Gut, Happy Mind
Reading time: 5 minutes Over the years, the Gut-Brain Axis (GBA) has gained popularity in research and amongst professionals due to compelling scientific evidence indicating that the gut and brain are closely connected, and that this link can affect mood, behavior, and overall mental health. This concept, which was initially introduced by William Beaumont in…
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THE ROLE OF TRAUMA IN IDENTITY DEVELOPMENT
Reading time: 5 minutes Identity development is a complex process in which individual shapes their unique sense of self. It is particularly important during adolescence and early adulthood, as it forms the foundation of self-esteem, interpersonal relationships and life choices. Traumatic experiences can negatively influence this process, causing disruptions or delays along the path. This…
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The Power of Expectations: Understanding the Self-Fulfilling Prophecy, Pygmalion, and Golem Effects
Reading time: 5 minutes Have you ever felt empowered simply because someone believed in you? Or, conversely, found yourself underperforming when others seemed to expect little from you? These experiences aren’t just anecdotal, they are rooted in well-established psychological concepts known as self-fulfilling prophecies. At the heart of this phenomenon are two compelling effects: the…
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International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression
Reading time: 4 minutes The International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression falls on June 4th, and it was established by the United Nations in 1982 as a way to remember the devastating impact that wars and other violent conflicts have on the children of the nations undergoing these situations. This day is meant…
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An additional slogan for a change: individual thought is a threat to unity
(with italian translation) Reading time: 8 minutes What are the seeded roots of thought, our reasoning and mindset, values and opinions? Are they fundamentally congenital or fully based on external sources surrounding us? Constantly speaking and preaching and whispering and claiming. How are our views and stances formulated? There are several conditioning factors that frame…
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The Groundbreaking Case Study of Patient H.M.
(with italian translation) Reading time: 6 minutes Henry Gustav Molaison, or “H.M.,” is one of the most studied case histories in neuroscience and psychology for his remarkable contribution to the study of memory functioning and organization in the brain. For over five decades, from the medical surgery he underwent in 1953 until his death in…
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The Psychology of Control
Reading time: 5 minutes Have you ever asked yourself, “Why did that happen to me?” after going through a difficult experience, such as failing at something or not receiving the response you were hoping for? If the answer is yes, you are not alone. People tend to look for explanations for events, especially when they…
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Compensating for the Natural Decline in Executive Functions: The Role of Physical Exercise
Reading time: 5 minutes As we grow older, it’s normal to notice small changes in how our minds work. Maybe it takes a bit longer to make decisions, or it’s harder to stay focused or remember things. These changes are often linked to something called executive functions, that are mental skills that help us plan,…
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