The Brief History of Psychology
If we go for historical roots of psychology, We will find Psychology is relatively new field. The formal beginning of modern psychology dates back to 1879. Psychology as a modern
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Brain Imaging Techniques : CT Scan, MRI, fMRI, PET Scan
Introduction Broadly speaking, we all agree that mental health and physical health are interlinked. There is increased incidence in those having chronic medical illnesses to have mental illness. Similarly mentally
Metacognition – Concept, Characteristics, Knowledge and Skills
Introduction The American Psychological Association defines Metacognition as – “awareness of one’s own cognitive processes, often involving a conscious attempt to control them.” The term refers to the knowledge about
Consciousness – Definition, Nature, Functions & Theories
Introduction We cannot underestimate the importance of the brain in our everyday lives. The brain has physical properties that are in a constant state of flux. Consciousness is an important
Cognitive Psychology – Explaining Cognitive Phenomena
Introduction Cognitive Phenomena – All forms of knowing and awareness, such as perceiving, conceiving, remembering, reasoning, judging, imagining, and problem solving. It is one of the traditionally identified components of
Writing – Advances in Cognitive Psychology
Introduction Writing is a cognitive task that is both difficult and time consuming. Important component of peoples occupation. 30% time in writing.(kelloge,1989). Relatively new in research Comparing Speaking and Writing
Goal Setting Process in Counseling
Introduction to Goal Setting in Counseling According to APA. Goal Setting is – “a process that establishes specific, time-based behavior targets that are measurable, achievable, and realistic.“ Counseling goals emphasize
Development of Counselor Counselee Relationship
Introduction The process of counseling is dynamic in nature. The effectiveness of the Process of Counseling ultimately depends upon the Development of Counselor Counselee Relationship. Hence, it is one of
Approaches to Counseling- Part 2 (RET, Transactional Analysis, Behavioral, Reality)
Introduction In this article, we will be dealing with theoretical Approaches to Counseling. Biswalo (1996) defines counseling as a process of helping an individual to accept and to use information and advice so that he/she can
Approaches to Counseling-Part 1 (Psychodynamic, Adlerian, Person Centered Therapy)
Introduction In this article, we will be dealing with theoretical Approaches to Counseling. Including Psycho-dynamic, Adlerian, Person Centered Therapy, Gestalt and Existential Approach. Biswalo (1996) defines counseling as a process of helping an
Counselors Duties and Role in Guidance and Counseling
Introduction Hahn and Maclean defined counseling as “a process which takes place in a one to one relationship between an individual beset by problems with which he cannot cope alone
3 Main Categories of Allport’s Theory of Personality
Gordon Willard Allport was an American psychologist who focused on the study of ‘Personality’. He is also known for being one of the founders of ‘Personality Psychology’. Gordon Allport’s Theory