Eysenck’s Theory of Personality and Its 3 Important Dimensions

Introduction to Eysenck’s Theory of Personality Hans Eysenck’s theory of personality (1967) is a prominent framework in psychology, recognized for its empirical rigor and its emphasis on biological underpinnings of Read More …

Theories of Selective Attention- Focus on 4 Insightful Theories

Introduction Selective attention refers to the cognitive process of focusing on a particular task or event while simultaneously ignoring or processing less information from competing stimuli. This mechanism allows us Read More …

Learning Disabilities – Factors, Types, Symptoms and Remedies

Introduction Definition of Learning Disabilities by American Psychological Association (APA). – “A condition with a neurological basis, marked by substantial deficits in acquiring certain scholastic or academic skills. Particularly those Read More …

Learning Styles

Introduction Learning styles are characteristic strengths and preferences of the learners for responding to the stimuli in the environment and processing the information. It is a behavioral pattern development for Read More …

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 Read More …

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 Read More …

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 Read More …

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 Read More …

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 Read More …

Reading- Advances in Cognitive Psychology

Reading is a challenging cognitive task that differs from understanding spoken language in several respect. Reading involves perception, language, memory, thinking, and intelligence (Adams, 1990,1999; Garrod & Daneman, 2003; Smith, Read More …

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 Read More …

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 Read More …