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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesSymptomsExamplesIdentifying Confabulated MemoriesCausesExplanationsTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Symptoms Examples Identifying Confabulated Memories Causes Explanations Treatment Coping Close Confabulation is a type of memory error in which gaps in a person’smemoryare unconsciously filled with fabricated, misinterpreted, or distorted information.When someone confabulates, they are confusing things they have imagined with real memories. A person who is confabulating is notlying. They are not making a conscious or intentional attempt to deceive....

Close Although they might sound like the same thing, conflict management and conflict resolution are in fact two different approaches to tacklingconflicts in a relationship. Conflict management is an ongoing process that addresses persistent issues that crop up repeatedly in the relationship; whereas, conflict resolution addresses the issue and provides closure once and for all, saysClarissa Silva, a behavioral scientist, relationship coach, and creator of ‘Your Happiness Hypothesis Method.’ Both conflict management and conflict resolution are forms of interpersonalcommunicationthat are important to maintain healthy relationships, Silva adds....

Close DMH Images/Photographer’s Choice/Getty ImagesConventional wisdom (and research) says thatgood communicationcan improve relationships, increasing intimacy, trust, and support.The converse is also true: poor communication can weaken bonds, creating stress, mistrust, and even contempt.Because conflict is virtually inevitable in relationships (and not necessarily a sign of trouble), you can reduce a significant amount of stress and strengthen your relationships at the same time if you build the knowledge and skills to handle conflict in a healthy way....

Close Conflict is a predictable part of virtually all relationships. It can also be a significant source of stress in your relationships or stress at work. Therefore, it’s important to learn conflict resolution skills. While many people keep quiet when they are upset,unfortunately, this isn’t a healthy long-term strategy. Unresolved conflict can lead to resentment and additionalunresolved conflictin the relationship.Even more important, ongoing conflict can actually have a negative impact on your health and longevity....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsReal World ExamplesImpactTechniquesImportance Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Real World Examples Impact Techniques Importance Close Confounding variables are external factors (typically a third variable) in research that can interfere with the relationship betweendependentandindependent variables. At a GlanceA confounding variable alters the risk of the condition being studied and confuses the “true” relationship between the variables. The role of confounding variables in research is critical to understanding the causes of all kinds of physical, mental, and behavioral conditions and phenomena....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefits of Healthy ConfrontationWhy We Fear ConfrontationTips and StrategiesPotential ChallengesNext Steps Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits of Healthy Confrontation Why We Fear Confrontation Tips and Strategies Potential Challenges Next Steps Close As anintrovertwho is very wary of conflict, the idea of confrontation makes me want to run and hide. I know I’m not alone here. At the same time, I understand how important it is to share your feelings with someone when something is bothering you....

Close Children withattention deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD) are often constantly moving or fidgeting, have trouble focusing, and struggle to process information as rapidly or correctly as other children. This can affect how they interpret the consequences of their behavior, which can be frustrating for ​parents and teachers.Let’s take a look at why there is often a disconnect between behavior and consequence inchildren with ADHD, and how to best help them make the connection....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsConscience DefinitionConscious DefinitionConsciousness DefinitionBreaking Down the Differences Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Conscience Definition Conscious Definition Consciousness Definition Breaking Down the Differences Close How does the conscious differ from the conscience? Being conscious is the state of being awake and alert. Conscience, on the other hand, refers to an awareness of whether actions are right or wrong. These two terms are sometimes confused in common everyday usage because they sound quite similar....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsStates of ConsciousnessFunctionsChangesHistoryTheories Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents States of Consciousness Functions Changes History Theories Close Consciousness is the individual awareness of your unique thoughts, memories, feelings, sensations, and environments. Essentially, your consciousness is your awareness of yourself and the world around you. This awareness is subjective and unique to you. If you can describe something you are experiencing in words, then it is part of your consciousness....

Close The majority of long-term relationships will face serious issues at one point or another. These conflicts, however, don’t have to mean it’s the end. When handled in a healthy, productive way, working through your issues can make your partnership even stronger. Instead of abruptly ending your relationship, take some time to evaluate the positive things in your relationship. Doing this could keep you from making a decision you might come to regret....

Close If you have recently graduated with your undergraduate degree in psychology and are thinking about going tograduate school, then you have probably noticed the abundance of onlinemaster’s programs in psychologythat are available. Could one of these online programs be right for you? There are a number of things to consider before you decide, and there are several things that you should look for in particular when it comes to an online master’s degree in psychology program....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsWhy You Are ConstipatedConstipation ReliefFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Why You Are Constipated Constipation Relief Frequently Asked Questions Quitting smoking can sometimes cause constipation and other intestinal difficulties. Along with constipation, nausea and gas aresymptoms of withdrawalfrom tobacco products. Fortunately, digestive issues usually resolve themselves in a matter of weeks. While they are unpleasant, don’t let the discomforts derail your quit program....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsConstructivist TheoriesConstructive TherapiesHow Does One Make Meaning?Constructive TherapistsTypes of Constructivist TherapyFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Constructivist Theories Constructive Therapies How Does One Make Meaning? Constructive Therapists Types of Constructivist Therapy Frequently Asked Questions Close Constructivism is a theory that posits that humans are meaning-makers in their lives and essentially construct their own realities. In various psychotherapeutic approaches under constructivism, the client is viewed as an active participant in creating and determining their life path....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Consumer Psychology?Science of Consumer BehaviorRole of Consumer PsychologistEducation and TrainingCareer Options Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Consumer Psychology? Science of Consumer Behavior Role of Consumer Psychologist Education and Training Career Options Close Are you interested in why and how people buy some products and not others? Have you ever wondered how media messages influence a shopper’s buying choices?...

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