There are many definitions of psychology, but most of them share a common element that defines psychology as a science that seeks to help change. Generally, the objective pursued by a psychologist is that there is, after therapy, a variation of a certain behavior of the person or group that is defined as problematic by
What is considered normal mental health? Patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can be pointers to seeking help for yourself or a loved one. What is the difference between normal mental health and mental disorders? Sometimes the answer is clear. But often the distinction is not so obvious. For example, if you are afraid
Since the beginning of the pandemic, anxiety and depression are four times more prevalent amongst the Spanish populations We are in a bad way. Mental health professionals have never been so busy. In Spain, 41.9% of the population has suffered sleep problems since the start of the pandemic and 38.7% have felt tired or
Alarming data showing the amount of vaccinated people admitted to hospital compared to non-vaccinated people may give rise to concern. This is not a true reflection of the data and partly due to what is known as the Simpson Paradox. The simple conclusion is that if out of 100 hospitalized by Covid, 70 are vaccinated
The recent death of Spanish actor Veronica Forqué, shines the focal spotlight on suicide and the difficulty of living Death by suicide is the primary cause of unnatural death in Spain and causes more deaths than traffic accidents. In 2020 3,941 people gave up living and took their own lives. What is surprising is the
Four questions: What is fear? What is fear for? What are you afraid of? What would you do if you weren’t afraid?
Aaron Beck dies at the age of 100. One of the most innovative psychotherapists who throughout his life had only one concern and goal: to alleviate human suffering. His life and his work have changed the reality of many people, thanks to his remarkable contribution to the field of psychology. His work especially revolutionized the
October 10th 2021 has been assigned World Mental Health Day by the World Health Oganisation ‘Mental Health in an Unequal World’ The theme was chosen by members and supporters of the World Federation for Mental Health This was chosen to reflect an increasingly polarised world where 75-95% of people suffering mental health issues living in
First day back. Cup of coffee in hand, turn on the computer and start all over again. Emails to read and answer. Pending tasks and projects haven’t gone away and are still waiting for you. You close your eyes and remember that only yesterday you were enjoying the beach. Returning to the routine The feeling
SUPERVISION, PREVENTION AND PROTECTION ARE KEY WEAPONS AGAINST THE “PERILS OF SUMMER”, ESPECIALLY WITH CHILDREN Special attention to beaches, swimming pools, outdoors and in the sun Paediatricians are keen to stress the importance of child vigilance to prevent drowning. Sunstroke, insect bites, fungul infections and food poisoning are among the most
