Psychology

In the past decade, our daily lives have been changed by the omnipresence of technology. It has become our “new normal” to give our full attention to our phone the moment we wake up and do the same just before falling asleep. This attachment to our non-stop sources of information and communication gave rise to […]

Studying psychology at the University of New York in Prague will help you understand other people and their emotions, but above all, it will help you understand yourself, and your actions and reactions in particular environments. Understanding and learning about interpersonal connections and relationships can help you improve your own behavior with people – and […]

We all know that it is impossible to avoid stress entirely – it occurs whenever we face challenges in our lives. However, there are several simple steps which can help with stress reduction and management. Imagine yourself as an empty cup that fills up slowly whenever you become stressed. If you are unable to keep […]

We live in a time of constant change, and we are not always mentally prepared for the things that are going on around us. Studying Psychology can help you to understand others, gain insights into yourself, and deal with emotions. Psychology is one of the most popular academic programs worldwide. Here at UNYP, we offer Bachelor and Master […]

Procrastination is a familiar phenomenon for many students. The Cambridge Dictionary defines procrastination as “to keep delaying something that must be done, often because it is unpleasant or boring” (Cambridge Dictionary). Procrastination and laziness are two different terms, and they do not have much in common.  Procrastination seems like an irrational act, because postponing things that have […]

Now is the time for healing on many levels, from the personal to the societal.  Over the past two years, our lives have been challenged due to worldwide events. Many of us have experienced trauma, perhaps related to painful divisions among colleagues, friends or family members. Learning to forgive others, as well as to request […]

Learning is a fundamental part of the education process, and learning through life experiences is simply part of being human. You will have noticed that it is far easier to learn the lyrics of a song than fifteen pages of Business Management. This can be explained by psychological and biological theories; the human brain finds some […]

As we embark upon spring semester, let us remember the power of hope, as embodied in the dormant blossoms that will open their petals as soon as the season and warm weather allow.  Particularly during this challenging time, we need a valuable tool to uplift our spirits and motivate our minds. We could view hope […]

The International Student Research Conference is an annual event that has been taking place since 2012, organized by the School of Psychology at the University of New York in Prague. Students from UNYP, Empire State College, and beyond are invited to present their original research to a panel of experts as well as attendees from […]

“The world has few obstacles as formidable as the ones in our own mind.” Timothy Sykes Imagine the scene: You’ve been working relentlessly to be successful in your endeavors, but you’re frustrated by the fact that no matter what you do, things constantly go wrong. You think you’ve been doing all the right things, and you’ve […]