Atychiphobia is the irrational fear of failure. People with Atychiphobia tend to avoid situations where failure might occur, the fear is not merely about the act of failing but it is the profound emotional and cognitive response. From a psychodynamic perspective, the roots of fear of failure may be linked to early experiences and beliefs about capabilities. According to the observational learning theory, people acquire this fear by observing how others react to the failure. Atychiphobia can be considered pathological when there is the presence of significant impairment in daily functioning ..read more

Nyctophobia is not just the fear of darkness, it is the irrational fear and complex interplay of emotions and behaviors that may impact overall well-being. Other terms used interchangeably are scotophobia or lygophobia; the term lygophobia describes someone who has severe impairment. People with nyctophobia have intense anxiety, panic, and in the worst scenarios dread when exposed to darkness. Some people experience significant distress, which leading them to avoid situations which may trigger anxiety, and negatively impacts daily functioning. Nyctophobia scale is developed to measure the i ..read more

Androphobia is the type of intense anxiety faced by a person around men or in simple terms it is irrational fear of men. Some people tend to feel nervous when facing situations where there might be the presence of men because of fear of judgment or criticism. It is a normal part of behavior to feel shy when being the center of attention but it may be considered abnormal when someone shows hypervigilant behaviors when men are likely to be present. Androphobia can manifest in various ways and people with Androphobia may experience a range of emotional, cognitive, and physical symptoms. Androp ..read more

Anthropophobia refers to the intense and irrational fear of people. People with Anthropophobia often experience significant distress and anxiety in social gatherings and it leads to impairment of daily functioning. Feeling shy when meeting people is a normal part of human behavior but researchers emphasize understanding the negative impact of these behaviors on daily functioning. Deenz Anthropophobia Scale which is an 18-item questionnaire, based on 10 point scale, developed to address the need for a reliable measure of the multifaceted aspects of anthropophobia. The purpose of the scale is ..read more

Emotional abuse leaves lasting scars on the soul that are not visible but are deeply felt. Abusers intentionally employ tactics such as manipulation, embarrassment, denial of love, Isolation, and humiliation aimed to undermine an individual's emotional and psychological well-being. Modern psychology and researchers emphasize understanding, identifying, and addressing emotional abuse as a serious psychological concern that can have a profound impact on an individual's interpersonal, social, and psychological well-being. Emotional abuse is not limited to romantic or interpersonal relationship ..read more

Psychodynamics and certain psychological theories emphasize the understanding and addressing of early childhood experiences, leading to emotional healing and personal development. Carl Jung talked about something called the "personal unconscious," which means there's a hidden part of our mind beyond what we're aware of. This hidden part holds our personal experiences, memories, and emotions that affect how we behave and see things. Pia Mellody did important work in codependency and trauma recovery. She highlighted how early-life trauma can shape codependent behaviors as we grow up. In the m ..read more

A pathological liar is someone who engages in telling lies all the time, even when there's no good reason to do so. Some people have a tendency or habit of making up non-stop stories and it becomes regular thing, making it challenging for others to trust them. Pathological lying is a multifaceted phenomenon involving various factors such as motivation, frequency, and psychological aspects. In the initial development of the Deenz Pathological Lying scale, it was understood that the characteristics and motivations behind lying can be complex and multifaceted. The primary aim behind the develo ..read more

Question 1 of 4 I always try to do what is right, even if it's difficult. Disagree Agree Question 2 of 4 Honesty and integrity are important values to me. Disagree Agree Question 3 of 4 I strive to help others whenever I can. Disagree Agree Question 4 of 4 I try to avoid unnecessary harm to others. Disagree Agree  Loading... The post Moral Alignment Test appeared first on Dr Deenz ..read more

Do you have childhood trauma? The 28-item self-assessment test is the digital adaptation of DCTS-28, a widely used instrument for measuring exposure to childhood trauma and its current impact across multiple domains. The test is categorized into two parts, the first part consists of 16 questions related to experiences and feelings before the age of 18, and the second part consists of 12 statements related to current behavior and emotional experiences. For each statement, indicate your level of agreement. Before you turn 18!Received minimal emotional support or encouragement. Strongly Di ..read more

Please go to Gender Role Test to view this quiz This computerized version of Deenz Gender Role scale (DGRS-24) is not part of research conducted for the validation of Deenz Gender Role Scale. Your participation in this test is completely anonymous, and we do NOT collect any type of data from it. In a society, different norms, roles, and behaviors are deemed appropriate based on perceived gender. These expectations influence relationships, family dynamics, education, profession, and personal emotional expressions. These roles and expectations have evolved and continue to change. Modern gender r ..read more