The 15 most read articles of Psychology and Mind in 2016
2016 is coming to an end and, like every year, we look back to bring you a compilation of the most viewed articles .
This year has been a great year for our portal, as our growth has been spectacular: at present we are the most visited psychology website in Spanish and with the most Spanish-speaking followers. An authentic reference in the field of psychology, neurosciences and health.
Since without you it would not have been possible, the Psychology and Mind team would like to share with you our most sincere gratitude.
"Psychologically Speaking": our first book goes on sale
But this year has also been important for us because, after the great success of our project and the great reception it has had, we have prepared our first book about psychology. His name is "Psychologically Speaking: a journey through the wonders of the mind" , has been edited by Ediciones Paidós, signature of the well-known communication company Grupo Planeta. Our work is on sale both in Spanish bookstores and right here.
Psychologically speaking is a very complete and at the same time enjoyable text, written with an informative and affordable tone. A book aimed at those readers who are curious about the world of psychology, because in its little more than 300 pages, the authors invite you to take a deep tour of the history of the science of behavior and mental processes. The book also talks about what psychology is and what it is for and reviews the functioning of the brain and the most important discoveries in psychology and neurosciences, among other attractive topics. A book that you can not miss if you are a lover of this discipline.
- If you want to know more: "Our first book goes on sale! «Psychologically speaking» "
The best articles of 2016
Going back to the magazine, this year we have published many articles that have been very appreciated by our readers. This post collects a list of the 20 posts that, according to your verdict, have been more successful. Do not miss them!
15. The spooky effects of a new drug: 'Krokodil'
The Krokodil or Desomorphine is a very dangerous homemade drug that is extended, mainly, in some areas of Russia and Siberia. It is used as a substitute for heroin and is ten times stronger than this one. In addition, it is much cheaper and toxic. Its consumption is very dangerous and the effects can be irreversible and even deadly. It receives this name because of the effect it produces on the skin of the person who consumes it, because it becomes green and scaly, like that of a crocodile.
14. Theory of Gestalt: laws and fundamental principles
There are different theories and approaches in psychology, one of the most popular is the theory of Gestalt, which proposed a new way of understanding psychology , based on holistic principles, very different from the dominant paradigm at the time of its emergence, behaviorism. This psychological theory is also used in therapy, which is known as Gestalt therapy.
- Recommended article: "Gestalt therapy: what is it and on what principles is it based?"
13. Types of Leadership: The 5 most common leader classes
There is a difference between being a leader and being a boss, and there are also different styles of leadership. Whether a leadership style is good or bad depends on many factors of the organization: the culture, the objectives that are pursued, the personality of the employees, etc. This article explains the different types of leadership and their characteristics.
12. The 5 great personality traits
One of the most popular theories of personality psychology is the well-known Model of the Big Five (in English, "Big Five"). In this model, the personality is understood from five components or traits . They are the following: factor O (openness to new experiences), factor C (responsibility), factor E (extroversion), factor A (kindness) and factor N (neuroticism or emotional instability). These dimensions of personality form the acronym "OCEAN". You can know more in this post.
11. Burundanga, the drug capable of nullifying your will
The burundanga is a drug that is becoming popular in recent months by the consequences it causes in its victims, because it causes a state of submission that weakens the person and nullifies his will. This is exploited by criminals and sexual aggressors, who supply the substance to the victim in order to steal, rape or even murder her. The victims rarely remember what happened.
10. Types of love: what different kinds of love are there?
Love is one of those extraordinary sensations that human beings can feel. That is why it generates so much interest among psychologists, sociologists and anthropologists. There are different types of love that we review in this article, and in it we expose one of the most popular theories regarding this phenomenon: the "Triangular Theory of Love" by Sternberg.
9. The 16 most common mental disorders
Mental disorders are frequently diagnosed today, and everyone has heard of some of them, such as depression, anxiety or schizophrenia. According to experts, one in three people suffer or will suffer some type of mental disorder during their life . But, which are the most frequent? Which suffer more people? This article answers these questions and delves into the most common mental disorders.
8. The posture in which you sleep says a lot about your personality
Is there any relationship between our personality and the position in which we sleep? Seems that if. At least according to the researcher Chris Idzikowski, coordinator at the dream institute in the United Kingdom, who has studied the six most common postures that humans use during sleep. The conclusions of his analysis reveal that, after studying the 6 most common postures of human beings, each one is associated with a personality type.
7. 10 keys to increase your self-esteem in 30 days
Self-esteem is a psychological variable that affects our well-being, and that is involved in different problems such as anxiety, depression, behavior problems, addictions, etc. And it is that, low self-esteem is one of the most frequent reasons for psychological consultation . In this article you can find some tips to know how to identify the assessment we make of ourselves and what is happening to us and how we can solve it.
6. The Theory of Social Learning by Albert Bandura
Albert Bandura is one of the most influential behavioral theorists. Bandura, as an exponent of the behavioral paradigm, takes the environment into account as a key element of learning. Now, without forgetting the cognitive component, in his theory he gives great importance to the influence of expectations on our learning and the regulation of our behavior. Modeling is a very important part of your theory and human learning.
5. 11 films about emotional intelligence that you should see
Emotional intelligence is a construct that has gained popularity in recent years, since it positively affects our well-being. Emotional intelligence is used in therapeutic, work, educational and even sport contexts, and many individuals benefit from its practice. This article collects 11 feature films about emotional intelligence that you can not miss.
4. The Sociocultural Theory of Lev Vygotsky
Lev Vygotsky is another of the most important characters in the psychology of education and development, as it has provided a great source of knowledge for both psychologists and educators, for example, in terms of collaborative learning or the area of proximal development . This post gathers the most important ideas of this famous theorist.
3. The Theory of Learning by Jean Piaget
Along with Vygotsky, Jean Piaget is another of the most important psychologists who have focused their attention on the study of the cognitive development of children. Piaget affirms that there are a series of stages through which all children pass for the development of intelligence. Likewise, it is the maximum exponent of the constructivist paradigm, affirming that human beings are active beings and build their own learning .
2. Namaste: what exactly does it mean?
"Namaste" is a word from the Sanskrit language (the classical language of India) and in many of the dialects of the Hindu it is used to greet or say goodbye to someone. At present, Buddhist philosophy enjoys great popularity in the West, and Namaste is a term that is often used in our immediate environment. Individuals who practice yoga, meditation or Mindfulness surely already know the meaning of this word. If you do not know yet, in this article you will be able to deepen this concept.
1. Asperger's syndrome: 10 signs to identify this disorder
This post closes this ranking of most viewed articles. Many of our readers have been interested in this text, which exposes ten characteristic signs of this disorder. Asperger's Syndrome is integrated into a wider category, the so-called autism spectrum disorders . It is characterized by affecting social functioning, communication and language, motor skills and the activities and interests of the person who suffers. Despite these limitations, your intelligence is usually normal.
