The Painkiller Society: A Meditation on Drugs, Gods, and Bobby Portis NBA suspension You take a wrong pill. You mix up the names. A simple mistake. Tramadol instead of Toradol. A small slip, a fleeting moment of carelessness, and Bobby Portis finds himself suspended from the NBA for a substance that wasn’t supposed to be … Read more
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Nomophobia: The Fear That Owns Us, The Fear of Being Without A Mobile Device I’m glued to my phone again, scrolling through missed calls, messages, or the latest TikTok updates. I’m barely paying attention to what my dad is saying—just waiting for the next chance to check my screen. Even in my sleep, I wake … Read more
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The Connection Between Hygiene and Religion, Inner Purity, Outward Beauty And Clean Mind vs. Unlean Body The Connection Between Hygiene and Religion Hygiene has played a vital role in religious practices across cultures and traditions. Many religious doctrines incorporate cleanliness as an essential aspect of spiritual purity, morality, and discipline. The idea that physical cleanliness … Read more
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Social Phobia (Social Anxiety Disorder): The Fear That Blinds. The Unsatisfied Need For Acceptance Defining Social Phobia Social Phobia, clinically referred to as Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD), is a chronic mental health condition characterized by an intense, persistent fear of social interactions and situations that involve potential scrutiny or judgment by others. According to the … Read more
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Sublimation: Displacing Pain and Finding Expression through Unconscious Channels And Sex Sublimation, as a concept in psychology, is one of the defense mechanisms proposed by Sigmund Freud. It refers to the process by which individuals channel emotional energy, often from unresolved or repressed desires, into socially acceptable or productive outlets. In particular, when someone faces … Read more
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Mysophobia: The Fear of Contamination, or fear of germs and viruses Mysophobia, or the fear of germs, dirt, or contamination, is an anxiety disorder that manifests as an overwhelming dread of uncleanliness or germs. Those suffering from this condition experience intense emotional and physical responses to situations or objects they perceive as contaminated, leading them … Read more
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Nomophobia: The Modern Fear of Disconnection Nomophobia, short for “no mobile phone phobia,” is the fear of being without a mobile phone or not being able to use it. This relatively new phenomenon has emerged with the rapid rise of smartphones and their integration into nearly every aspect of modern life. While some view this … Read more
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Loneliness often drives people to seek connection and acceptance in ways that may temporarily fill the void but leave them feeling even more empty in the long term. This connection is evident in behaviors like “carousing and chambering” — terms that refer to excessive partying, indulgence, and casual sexual relationships. These behaviors often stem from … Read more
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Psychology of relationships The topic of the psychology of relationships has been explored in depth by numerous authors, each focusing on different aspects such as romantic love, communication, attachment, and conflict resolution. Here are some highly recommended books on the subject. In a world where relationships often face the strain of misunderstandings, emotional disconnects, and … Read more
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Biological psychology (also known as biopsychology or neuroscience) is the branch of psychology that examines how the brain, nervous system, hormones, and genetics influence behavior, thoughts, and emotions. It explores the biological underpinnings of mental processes and behavior, focusing on how physical structures and biochemical processes shape our experiences. Key Concepts: Brain Structure and Function: … Read more
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