Psychology concepts

Learn about some of the basic as well as advanced concepts of human psychology. Understanding the basic concepts will lay a strong foundation for further exploration of human behavior. Because human behavior is so complex, you’ll often find that you need to go back to the basics when you’re trying to grasp more complex principles.

Theory of neurotic needs

Neurosis generally refers to a mental disorder that is characterized by feelings of anxiety, depression, and fear that are disproportionate to the …

Subconscious priming in psychology

Priming in psychology is a phenomenon that occurs when exposure to a stimulus influences our thoughts and behavior in response …

How to reduce cognitive dissonance

Simply put, cognitive dissonance is the inability of the human mind to hold two conflicting ideas or beliefs. The confusion …

How we understand the world (Duality of mind)

Duality is an essential feature of the human mind. Our mind makes use of duality to understand the world, to …

What is meant by psychological stability?

This article will explore the concept of psychological stability and explain how some of our behaviours can be understood in …

Belief systems as subconscious programs

Your belief systems that have a major impact on your thoughts and actions are like subconscious programs. If your level …

What is the difference between conscious and subconscious mind?

I’m sure you’ve come across terms like “conscious mind” and “subconscious mind” if you’ve had conversations with self-aware and knowledgeable …