29 Mar 2021 by Alicia Nortje, Ph.D. Scientifically reviewed by Maike Neuhaus Ph.D. Intrinsic motivation refers to when we feel compelled to do something for internal reasons, such as when a task ...

4 Nov 2020 by Angelica Attard Ph.D. Scientifically reviewed by William Smith, Ph.D. Emotions are part of who we are; however, many of us have a difficult relationship with negative emotions. We ...

Moral development is formed through social interactions and experiences in early life. Kohlberg’s theory outlines 6 stages, ...

19 Apr 2017 by Courtney E. Ackerman, MA. Scientifically reviewed by Christina R. Wilson, Ph.D. Gratitude is like most desirable traits and qualities in that it is usually not enough to simply decide ...

17 May 2018 by Courtney E. Ackerman, MA. Scientifically reviewed by Gabriella Lancia, Ph.D. Child therapy is not always easy for parents to discuss. With the stigma of mental health, nobody wants ...

Lucinda brings a wealth of experience in building processes and driving operational excellence to PostivePsychology.com, helping the team run more effectively behind-the-scenes. She strongly believes ...

2 Jun 2021 by Nicole Celestine, Ph.D. Scientifically reviewed by Melissa Madeson, Ph.D. Assessment tools remain a cornerstone of many professions centering around the human mind. Typically, these ...

The science supporting positive psychology has sparked a huge increase in degree programs. It makes sense: When we understand the “why” of positive human ...

21 Aug 2020 by Heather S. Lonczak, Ph.D. Scientifically reviewed by Christina R. Wilson, Ph.D. Gaslighting is emotional manipulation that leaves its victims confused and despondent as they question ...

9 Jul 2018 by Courtney E. Ackerman, MA. Scientifically reviewed by William Smith, Ph.D. The self-esteem movement has swept through Western culture over the past 50 years, with parents and teachers ...