Human Psyche and More

  The Reality of Dark Psychology in Professional Psychology Introduction The term "dark psychology" often conjures images of manipulative, malevolent behaviours that lurk in the shadows of human interactions. Although this concept is popular in self-help books and mainstream media, it is not formally recognised within academic and professional psychology. Nevertheless, the behaviours and traits associated with "dark psychology" are very much a subject of rigorous scientific inquiry. This article explores the reality of these dark aspects within professional psychology, focusing on scientifically recognised constructs such as the Dark Triad, manipulative behaviours, and their implications in various contexts. The Dark Triad: Foundations of Dark Psychology Central to the notion of "dark psychology" is the Dark Triad, a group of three personality traits: narcissism, psychopathy, and Machiavellianism. These traits are studied extensively due to their as...

  Understanding the Roots: Why Do Mental and Neuro-Psychological Disorders Affect Families? Introduction Mental and neuro-psychological disorders can profoundly impact families. These conditions are often misunderstood and stigmatized, leading to questions and self-blame among affected individuals and their loved ones. People might ask themselves, "What did I do to deserve this?" or "Why is this happening to me despite my good deeds?" Such self-blaming thoughts, however, can exacerbate mental disturbances and lead to further disorders. The Nature of Tests: Not Everything is a Punishment or Reward One key concept to understand is that not all difficult experiences are punishments, and not all good fortunes are rewards. The Quran provides profound insights into this: In Surah Al-Ankabut (29:2) , Allah (SWT) says: "Do the people think that they will be left to say, 'We believe' and they will not be tried?" Similarly, in Surah Al-Fajr ...

Media, Social Media, and Mental Well-being Media's Impact on Society In my country, there was a significant trend of morning shows featuring celebrities and their families getting married. These shows presented extravagant stages, elaborate decorations, and luxurious outfits, showcasing customs and traditions that were not part of mainstream culture. These celebrations often lasted for at least a week, if not longer. As a result, many people, especially younger women, began to desire similarly extravagant wedding ceremonies . While these shows also included interviews, health information, security tips, makeup trends, and other entertaining content, they were primarily famous for the weddings. An insider revealed that the money spent on these celebrations came from producers and sponsors , making it clear that a regular person couldn't afford such extravagance without additional help. This reminder was important, at least to me, as it highlighted the unrealistic nature...