by jilliandepaul | Jan 15, 2023 | Jillian DePaul, Psychology
Most people consider fear and anxiety very unpleasant, especially those suffering from anxiety disorders such as social anxiety or generalized anxiety. These are typically associated with unpleasant bodily sensations, such as shortness of breath, sweating, and...
by jilliandepaul | Jan 4, 2023 | Jillian DePaul, Psychology
The field of developmental psychology focuses on how people develop and change their behaviors and thoughts. This discipline is a vast area that covers the whole life cycle. It has created fascinating case studies and debates, similar to other psychology disciplines....
by jilliandepaul | Dec 20, 2022 | Jillian DePaul, Psychology
Besides being a psychologist, a psychology degree can also be used to become a psychiatrist or a practicing psychologist. In most states, a person must have a doctorate or a master’s degree to practice as a psychiatrist or psychologist. If clinical work...
by jilliandepaul | Dec 5, 2022 | Jillian DePaul, Psychology
Climate change is affecting people’s mental health in various ways. From post-traumatic stress to anxiety about the future, the term “eco-anxiety” has gained popularity in the past few years. Climate change is known to have two different effects on...
by jilliandepaul | Nov 20, 2022 | Jillian DePaul, Psychology
Throughout their careers, many psychologists will likely come across suicidal patients. The sad truth is that suicide prevention can become a significant part of the job, as many patients suffer from this type of thinking. Although suicidal thoughts can affect people...
