Psychology

Understanding negative reinforcement in psychology

Contrary to common belief, negative reinforcement is distinct from punishment and, when applied correctly, can be very effective in reinforcing desired behaviors.No child likes to

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Gestalt pregnancy law: characteristics and examples

When trying to shape the ambiguous patterns of the world, the simple takes precedence over the difficult. If you want to learn more about this

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Repression: Exploring its role as a defense mechanism

Repression is a double-edged sword. While it may protect us from emotional distress in a superficial and temporary sense, it harms us in the long

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Unconditioned stimulus: what it is, how it works and examples

Bright light that constricts our pupils and wrinkling our face when tasting a lemon are representative examples of this kind of stimuli. Stay tuned and

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Denial, a common defense mechanism

Denying an uncomfortable reality or minimizing a problem may give you a momentary respite, but it has negative consequences in the long run. Explore this

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6 types of psychological tests

Psychological tests are very common in assessment. They are usually administered in the first sessions because of their ability to give us information about what

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Emotional Quotient Inventory 2.0: What is it?

Having good emotional intelligence can be more decisive than having a genius IQ. But how do we measure it? How can we know who has

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Burnout test: how to rate job exhaustion

The burnout test is a tool that allows you to measure the level of job exhaustion. It is simple and easy to apply. You can

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Automatic Thoughts Questionnaire (ATQ-R)

Negative thoughts are the root of many of our problems. These types of cognitions, by themselves, can lead to a mood disorder with really significant

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How do I know what my attachment style is?

How do you bond with the people you love? Do you build relationships based on emotional security or do you fear abandonment? If you want

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