Essays about: "psychological mechanisms"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 58 essays containing the words psychological mechanisms.

  1. 21. Experiencing visual art

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Anette Lovar; [2020]
    Keywords : Neuroaesthetics; pleasure; reward; emotional well-being; visual art;

    Abstract : Visual art is important for humans. Most people have an interest in visiting art museums, and they spend both time and money on artworks. Appreciating visual art can have an effect on several psychological states, such as pleasure, emotions of wonder, awe, and the sublime. READ MORE

  3. 22. Anxiety as a mediating factor of perfectionism and needs thwarting in relation to exercise dependence in team sports

    University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad/Akademin för hälsa och välfärd

    Author : Jenny Bengtsson; Ulrika Skräddar; [2020]
    Keywords : anxiety; basic psychological needs; exercise dependence; mediation; needs thwarting; perfectionism; self-determination theory; socially prescribed perfectionism; behovsfrustration; grundläggande psykologiska behov; mediering; perfektionism; självbestämmandeteorin; socialt orienterad perfektionism; träningsberoende; ångest;

    Abstract : The main aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between exercise dependence, basic psychological needs, perfectionism and anxiety. Specifically, the purpose was to examine if the relationship between psychological needs thwarting and exercise dependence as well as socially prescribed perfectionism and exercise dependence was mediated by anxiety. READ MORE

  4. 23. If music moves us, can it make us move on? A qualitative study on musicians and the role of music in relation to emotion regulation and coping

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för psykologi

    Author : Keya Hedlin; Bror Sjöstrand; [2020]
    Keywords : Musicians; Music; Coping; Emotion; Emotion Regulation; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : In the field of music psychology, many studies have suggested that music can influence emotions. This qualitative study aimed to explore the emotional and cognitive effects and usage of music by musicians, especially pertaining to coping and regulating emotions. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with ten musicians. READ MORE

  5. 24. The Therapeutic Potential of Psilocybin and 3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine in the Treatment of Depression and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Sofia Gyllvik; [2020]
    Keywords : 3; 4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine; MDMA; psilocybin; entactogen; psychedelic; psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy; MDMA-assisted psychotherapy;

    Abstract : The psychedelic psilocybin and the entactogen 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) are being scientifically studied again after a long hiatus, and especially for their potential in the treatment of psychiatric disorders. Their profound effect on cognitive, perceptual, and affective processes have led to several clinical studies during the last decade that have forced the reconsideration of the utility of these substances. READ MORE

  6. 25. Contagious Defenses : Interaction of Emotional Contagion and Defense Styles in a Business Context with Regard to the Resistance to Change

    University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola

    Author : Magnus Hellström; Erik Forsgren; [2020]
    Keywords : Defense Mechanisms; Defensive Styles; Resistance to Change; Contagious Defenses; Emotional Contagion; Change Resistance;

    Abstract : Companies have always had to adapt to external changes by innovation and reorganisation, in order to stay competitive and survive. For many industries, such as the automotive industry for example the need to quickly adapt to new conditions is expected to increase. READ MORE