Operant conditioning
Operant conditioning is a principle developed by the psychologist B. F. Skinner (1904-1990), who was responsible for a philosophy of science he called ‘radical behaviourism’. Operant conditioning is a method of learning that occurs as a result of rewards and punishments for behaviour. Operant or instrumental conditioning was Skinner’s term to describe the effects of […]
How to get a good nights sleep?
Some might sadly say that in today’s hectic world that sleep has become more of a luxury than a necessity. I often hear clients indicate how they lead such busy lives that they almost don’t have time for sleep! So, please read on for information about sleep improvement. Sleep is vitally important for the emotional […]
What are the differences between CBT and counselling
Whilst both counselling and CBT are talking therapies, there are a number of marked differences between them. The most apparent is they have a differing Regulatory body, as counsellors are accredited and regulated by the BACP, who state “the counsellor will encourage the expression of feelings and as a result of their training will be […]
Get the most out of your work day
There are many emotional issues that find a corner in our heart, and refuse to die down. With time, these issues can transform into a sort of emotional tumor that impacts negatively on our daily life, such as lack of concentration, enthusiasm, self respect, will to change, encouragement, and so on. These issues can spiral […]
How to improve your memory?
It has been believed for centuries that as we grow older, our brain functions continue to deteriorate, which also impacts and weakens our memory. However, recent medical researches and experiments have proved that our brain has the ability to grow new neurons, even as we age, a process known scientifically as neuroplasticity. The mental health […]