Psychology Related ArticlesOctober 15, 2014 – 04:40 pm
The Psychology of Food Cravings and Emotional Eating Dr Peta Stapleton Why Do We Have Food Cravings? One important factor which may influence appetite control is the notion of food cravings (Blundell & Finlayson, 2004; Strachan, Ewing, Frier, Harper, & Daery, 2004). This overwhelming urge to consume a particular food appears strong in overweight dieters, and many theories has posited why this is so. The nutritional and homeostatic…
Mental toughness Books for AthletesSeptember 1, 2015 – 01:41 pm
This is almost a day-by-day account of what it’s like to be on the Professional Squash tour. All I can say is that it’s a must read if you play squash and want to know what it was like for James to make it to #1 in the world. His insights and brutal honesty are so refreshing that after reading it, I felt as though I had just finished playing a tournament – that’s how engrossing it was. Who would have guessed that a great squash player would also make…
Jobs for School PsychologistOctober 9, 2014 – 10:38 am
School psychologists apply psychological theories and practices to academic and developmental problems. Students are their clients, but they work collaboratively with parents and administrators as well. The duties of a school psychologist typically include: Addressing behavioral, emotional, and learning issues with therapy Diagnosing mental illnesses and learning disabilities Administering tests and analyzing results to identify problems or eligibility…
Social Psychology CareersMay 24, 2014 – 09:04 am
As a general rule, the majority of people act differently when they are with different groups of people. If you think about it carefully, you probably do as well. For instance, you most likely act differently around your family than you do your friends. The reason for this is simple. Our actions, thoughts, and feelings are almost always influenced by the individuals that surround us. Social psychology is the study of how the presence of people can…
Clinical CounselorJune 18, 2015 – 08:04 am
Clinical counselors are concerned with the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental disorders. They predominantly help people deal with personal issues, such as divorce or the death of a loved one. Clinical counselors allow patients to talk about things that are confusing or worrying, offering different ways of interpreting and dealing with problems and situations. This can also include providing counseling for individuals, couples…
Work out MusicSeptember 2, 2013 – 08:09 am
We are deeply, deeply sorry to say that due to licensing constraints, we can no longer allow access to Pandora for listeners located outside of the U.S., Australia and New Zealand. We will continue to work diligently to realize the vision of a truly global Pandora, but for the time being we are required to restrict its use. We are very sad to have to do this, but there is no other alternative. If you have been using Pandora, we will keep a record…
Masters in Business PsychologySeptember 3, 2014 – 12:40 pm
You will reap the rewards of your degree in as few as 14 months with the real-world expertise of Franklin’s highly qualified instructors to help guide you. And, if you qualify, GMAT and GRE requirements may be waived, allowing you to begin your program of study immediately, without a long-preparation cycle. (See full program admission requirements for details.) Gain a theoretical foundation that translates into practical innovation The program’s fusion…
