Tag: self-esteem
A Closer Look at Disinhibited Behavior in Mental Illness
Disinhibited behavior is the failure to inhibit inappropriate responses to immediate situations (Spaulding, Sullivan & Poland, 2003). It includes acting without thinking about consequences, disrupting [more…]
Social Isolation: An Exacerbating Factor in Mental Health Problems
Too often taken for granted, our social interactions are central to living a full life, helping us to articulate and ventilate our thoughts. When these [more…]
Understanding the Story of Violence in the Name of Honour
In an Honour-based community, the man is defined as the head of family. He is the defender of the family’s Honour; it’s his responsibility to [more…]
Landing in the Vicious Circle of Abuse: The Making of a Bully
Ever found yourself stammering in response to a simple question asked by a professor? Felt your pulse racing merely at the prospect of delivering a [more…]
How to Make a Child Healthy: Effects of Authoritarian vs Authoritative Parenting Styles on Children
Psychology often addresses the question of nature versus nurture. Some contend that an environment can shape a child’s way of life, identity, self-concept, etc. while [more…]
