Category: EMOTIONAL HEALTH

  Mental health in childhood and adolescence is an increasingly relevant topic in our contemporary society. According to data from the Multidisciplinary Task Force on Child and Adolescent Mental Health, approximately 1 in 7 children faces some form of mental health issue. In recent years, cases of anxiety, depression, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) […]

  To talk about phubbing, we must first put ourselves in context. We face familiar and modern challenges in the changing world of human relationships. With the evolution of new technological forms, we update certain relationship problems and adopt new vocabulary such as ghosting or cloaking. Despite the apparent ease of staying connected in this […]

  Imagine you are planning a trip to the mountains with some friends and you decide to share the news with your partner. However, instead of being enthusiastic, this person would prefer to avoid the proposal and express dissatisfaction at being left alone. Even though you want to enjoy a few days with your group […]

  From the percussion of our mother’s rhythmic heartbeat, music seeps into our lives from the beginning of our existence and is ever-present. It is a constant companion, from the first notes in the womb to the end of our days. Music, in essence, becomes the soundtrack of our lives, taking center stage in many […]

  The concept of “willpower” has been a deeply rooted belief in society. They have taught us that we can overcome obstacles, change habits, and achieve our goals with enough determination and self-control. And above all, it has been drilled into our bones that if we don’t achieve something it is our fault for not […]

  Mental health is an essential component of our well-being. Each year, World Mental Health Day allows us to reflect on its importance and give a wake-up call to society for greater global awareness and support. This October 10, to address this crucial issue, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Pan American Health Organization […]

  In the wide world of human psychology and decision-making, a curious phenomenon arises that leads us to question the objectivity of our choices: anchoring bias. This concept reveals how a seemingly insignificant number can significantly influence how we evaluate options, judge values and make decisions.  WHAT IS THE ANCHORING BIAS? It is a cognitive […]

  Our mind is a powerful tool to understand and make sense of the world. However, it sometimes leads us down the wrong path. Our thoughts and perceptions can become distorted, significantly impacting our emotions and overall well-being. Likewise, our thoughts can also influence the intensity and duration of everything we feel. Therefore, it is […]

  Since the rapid evolution of the Internet and digital devices in recent decades, as a society, we have experienced a significant increase in hyperconnectivity and technological dependence. That’s why in recent years we have found ourselves in such need of finding more balance in digital life and fostering a healthier connection with the environment […]

  What is happiness and would you be able to define it? Generally, it is defined as a positive emotional state in which a person feels satisfied, content and fulfilled with his or her life. A straightforward definition, but in practice, it is not as accessible as it seems, since it involves different factors that […]