The term ‘psycho’ comes from the word psychological which in turn refers to anything to do with the mind. Similarly, the term mental also refers to anything to do with the mind. However, over time both these...

Fear is a feeling induced by perceived danger or threat. Fear is something that indicates to the person that the situation is unsafe and that they should try to get out of the situation as soon as possible....

Sociopath and Psychopath are two terms that are often used to describe people with antisocial personality disorder. Most psychologists avoid using the terms sociopath or psychopath. However, the terms have...

Obsession refers to persistent, intrusive and unwanted thoughts, images or impulses and urges. Compulsions are behaviors that the person exhibits that may help them deal with the anxiety caused by these...

A therapist, or officially a psychotherapist is anyone who offers psychotherapy as part of their services. A psychiatrist is a doctor with a medical degree specializing in psychiatry.