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Understanding Thrill Seeking Individuals

Fear is an unpleasant feeling. It is more intense than anxiety. This is why many people would do everything just to be able to get away from a frightening situation.We would do everything to be able to neutralize a fearful event. But, the same thing is not true to all people. This is because some people would love to be in risky, fearful and thrill-filled situations. Why? Read further to find out. The Brain’s Amygdala and Frontal Lobes  The Amygdala is an almond-shaped area of the brain which can quickly assess an imminent threat or any potential danger. Once it senses a threat, it will send signals to the body telling the person to either fight, flee or freeze. This quick signaling in the amygdala enables us to immediately take action and get out of a fearful situation fast. Aside from the amygdala, we also have our frontal lobes which help us assess danger and send signals to the judgment and verbal information-processing centers of the brain. With all these mechanisms i

When Food Cravings Attack

We all experience food cravings some time in our lives. But, some people experience it more often than others. For some people, food cravings can be ignored. While others see it as a dominant force that distracts them from doing anything unless they give in to their desires. In turn, they find themselves craving for one food after another. Why is it that some people’s cravings are frequently occurring? Why is it that some individuals find food cravings too intense to be ignored? Read further to find out. The Hormone Leptin Leptin is a hormone which plays a role in stimulating one’s appetite. It sends signals to the brain to tell you that you’re already full. This occurrence enables the person to stop eating as he realizes that he should do so. But, the problem begins when the there is a constant surge of leptin tricks the brain into believing that the person is still hungry, despite the fact that the individual is not. What causes such occurrence? Research reveals that one

The Signs of Facebook Addiction

Facebook Addiction Disorder or FAD currently receives much attention from psychologists worldwide. The population of Facebook users continues to skyrocket not just every day but every second. Unfortunately, various studies showed that excessive use of Facebook could have adverse impacts. Various studies have shown that addiction to Facebook and other social networking sites can lead to interpersonal and academic problems. It has also been linked to a lot of health problems. People addicted to social networks were found to have decreased social engagement. Not to mention relationship issues and declining academic performance. In this article, we’ll talk about the signs of Facebook Addiction and how it leads to a lot of issues that may entail problems if it is left unabated. Sharing Too Much Personal Information It is ironic to think that many people are concerned about privacy issues online. In reality, many people do not care anymore about their privacy. In fact, many

The Good and Bad Sides of Laughter

Laughter is the best medicine. We usually hear this statement from time to time. This statement is used by many in order encourage one to laugh, believing that laughter indeed can boost health and well-being. While many people think that laughing always brings positive things to people, scientists argue that such is not correct all the time. This is because science has proven that laughter is not always good. There is also a dark side to it. Ready to debunk your “laughter is the best medicine” belief? Read further.  When you hear a person laughs, we usually think of him feeling happy that time. But, what if you hear someone laughing right in the midst of a friend’s funeral? Suddenly, the thought of laughter being the best medicine ceases to be true.  The Three Types of Laughter Scientists have classified laughter into three different types. The first one is the type of laughter that is genuine. This is the kind of laughter you hear from a genuinely happy individual

How Employee Recognition Improves Workplace Productivity

There are two factors that contribute towards increased productivity. One is advances in technology. The other one is increased hiring. However, smart managers believe that employee recognition can do wonders for improving productivity. When employees are recognized, they realize the meaning of their efforts and how it impacts the company’s overall productivity. In other words, employee recognition is a fundamental factor in maintaining as well as increasing productivity.  A survey conducted by Timejobs.com reveals that more than thirty-five percent of employees believe that when their efforts are recognized their productivity levels are also adversely affected. Researchers say that recognition, coupled with rewards are real morale booster among employees. Without these two factors, higher productivity levels can be so hard if not impossible to achieve.  Knowing the True Culture of Recognition When it comes to recognition, it is not enough that employees are giving ext

Why Do People Love Scary Movies?

Some people freak out whenever they watch scary movies. Each scene from a scary movie would leave them unsettled for days. While others prefer just to leave the room as soon as they anticipate an impending frightening scene. But, why is it that others find joy and excitement in watching scary films? The Benefit of Watching Scary Films: The Excitation Transfer Process Psychologists have an explanation for this. They say that what makes horror movies appealing is the after-effect that it has to viewers. Psychologists refer to this reaction as the “excitation transfer process.” This is when people find themselves having a rapid heartbeat, increased respiration and higher blood pressure. Once the movie is over, these physiological arousal persists. Although people may not be aware of it. So, how do these symptoms of physiological arousal from excitation transfer process benefit the person? Any positive emotions that people have will be intensified. Have you noticed that after w

How Music Affects Us

Music has the power to change us. This statement is not an exaggeration nor a cliche. It is one irrefutable fact proven by various studies. Read further to know how music indeed can change people. The Emotional and Physiological Effects of Music Music has been found by experts to have the power to stimulate emotions because of its ability to affect specific circuits of the brain. How music stimulates one’s mind is manifested through a person’s smiles while he moves his body to the rhythm of the music. In most cases, music has the power to lift one’s mood. He experiences joy just by listening to it. How music influences one’s thoughts, and emotions are also evident in that particular connection, we see when a mother and daughter sing together a specific song. It is also the same connection that we know when a mother sings a lullaby to her child. Amazingly, music not only affects the emotions. It also influences one’s physical being. This is because music influences the

Anger Management: The Importance of Letting Go

There are a plethora of anger Amanagement tips that you can find on the internet. Some people say deep breathing and journaling one’s daily experience are helpful in dealing with one’s anger. All these tips are indeed beneficial to some extent. However, they’re just not enough to explore the deeper roots of anger. This is because some people who have serious issues about anger warrant a more in-depth understanding. This is important to make them better at staving off any signs of anger arousal. The reasons and causes of one’s anger are essential in understanding why some people are too prone to anger arousal. This goes to say that anger management should not just be geared towards controlling one’s anger. It has to be targeted towards dealing with past experiences that cause them to develop enduring anger and emotional wounds that never seem to heal. When Past Wounds are NOT Addressed People who have been through an experience that cause severe emotional wounds will ev