Nyctophobia: A Fear Rooted in Darkness What is Nyctophobia? Nyctophobia, also known as scotophobia or the fear of the dark, is an anxiety disorder characterized by an intense and irrational fear of darkness. Individuals suffering from this condition experience overwhelming dread when faced with dark environments, which may hinder their daily activities and well-being. It’s … Read more
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Astraphobia: The Fear of Thunder and Lightning, evolutionary outcome or bothered conscience and fear of God? “The lightning was so bright and the thunder was so loud, it seemed to shake the house. The girls ran to the corner of the room and huddled together, trembling with fear. ‘It’s the storm!’ Laura said. ‘Don’t be … Read more
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Ornithophobia, the fear of birds, screech-owl, night birds, liver, and prophecies from the flight of the fowl of the air Ornithophobia, the fear of birds, is a specific phobia that involves intense anxiety and distress at the sight or thought of birds. While it’s a relatively modern term, its roots and associations go back centuries. … Read more
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The Psychology of Loneliness: When the World Goes Quiet Loneliness is often seen as a state of emptiness, a void created by the absence of connection. But beneath its surface lies a profound psychological experience—a confrontation with oneself. In a world brimming with distractions, noise, and external validation, loneliness forces the mind to quiet the … Read more
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The phenomenon of depression during Christmas, especially from the sense of being alone, is a poignant and complex experience that many face during this holiday season. Christmas is traditionally seen as a time of joy, community, and togetherness, often marked by family gatherings, celebrations, and a focus on love and goodwill. However, for those who … Read more
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Think On These Things And Who’s First Biblical Psychology: A Study of the Soul’s Long Journey Before Freud sat his patients on the couch or Jung mapped the realm of archetypes, there was a profound psychology—a Biblical psychology. It looked beyond the neural, the behavioral, and the clinical, grappling instead with the essence of the … Read more
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Biblical Psychology: A Path to True Transformation and Lasting Recovery Biblical psychology, rooted in Christian teachings and principles, offers a unique approach to understanding human behavior and healing. It integrates the spiritual truths found in the Bible with psychological principles to provide a framework for personal growth, emotional well-being, and overcoming life’s challenges. One area … Read more
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A Role of Women in Society and Family Women’s Unique Makeup and Value Women are created differently from men, but these differences do not imply a lesser value or diminished capacity. Physically, emotionally, and physiologically, women possess qualities that complement men. For example, the ability to carry and nurture life through childbirth gives women a … Read more
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The “Blame Game” Behavior and the “Escape-Goat” Principle The “blame game” behavior is deeply rooted in human psychology, history, and social interaction. It refers to the tendency of individuals or groups to deflect responsibility for their own failures, mistakes, or moral shortcomings by attributing fault to others. This behavior often arises from an unwillingness to … Read more
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Schizophrenia, Inner Voices, and the Historical Belief in Demonic Origins Schizophrenia is a complex mental health disorder that affects approximately 1% of the population globally. It is characterized by a range of symptoms, including delusions, disorganized thinking, and auditory hallucinations—often experienced as hearing voices that are not real. For many people, this experience of hearing … Read more
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