Psychology, mental health and resources to help you understand what you are experiencing
Articles written by the health psychologists at Ocnos Psychology Clinic about anxiety, mood, relationships, sexuality, affirmative therapy, psychological assessment and neuropsychology.
Clear and responsible information to help you put your experiences into words and consider when professional support may be useful.
Latest articles from the Ocnos psychology blog
Discover the latest publications from our team. Use the pagination after the ninth article to browse earlier posts.
Relationship anarchy: building free, caring and intentional connections
A psychological and relational guide to autonomy, non-hierarchy, commitment, care, jealousy and power in relationship anarchy.
AI as a psychologist: “ChatGPT and Gemini are my therapists” — what are the risks?
ChatGPT and Gemini can help you organise your thoughts, but they cannot replace a psychological assessment. Héctor Lozano explains AI sycophancy, problematic use and how to regain autonomy without shame.
Looksmaxxing: what it means, mogging and mewing explained, and when to worry
Looksmaxxing mixes self-care, social comparison and promises to transform appearance. Héctor Lozano explains its vocabulary, psychological risks, warning signs and how to help without ridicule.
Aura farming: what it means, how aura points work and the psychology behind it
What does aura farming mean, and why do teenagers talk about +1000 or -1000 aura points? Héctor Lozano explores the trend through psychology: self-presentation, belonging, identity, social approval and how adults can understand it without mocking or pathologising it.
Why do I lose my erection with my partner if I’m fine on my own? A practical guide to sexual performance anxiety
If you can get erections on your own but struggle with a partner, performance anxiety, self-monitoring and fear of it happening again may be maintaining the problem. Héctor Lozano explains the cycle and offers gradual exercises, partner communication tools and clear guidance on when medical or psychological assessment is appropriate.
Otrovert: What It Means and What Psychology Really Says
“Otrovert” is a recent term for people who can be sociable yet feel little need to belong to groups. Rocío Rodríguez Boza explains what the concept is trying to describe, how much scientific support it currently has, and how it differs from introversion, ambiversion, shyness, loneliness and social anxiety.
I want to kill myself or I have attempted suicide: what to do now
If you are having suicidal thoughts, have attempted suicide or are trying to help someone you care about, this guide gives you immediate steps, crisis contacts for Spain, Gibraltar and the UK, copyable messages for asking for help and a practical safety plan.
How to prepare children for going back to school: a psychological guide for families
Going back to school can bring excitement, nerves, disrupted sleep, separation worries or even tummy aches. María de los Ángeles Sanz Ruiz explains how parents can rebuild routines, understand what children may be afraid of and support them without dismissing their feelings or reinforcing avoidance.
Expressing emotions through art: a practical guide when words are not enough
When words are not enough, drawing, colour or collage can help us notice and communicate what we feel. Rocío Rodríguez Boza shares seven emotional expression exercises, explains how to use them safely and clarifies the difference between creating at home and art therapy.
Find articles about what is concerning you
Go directly to the main areas of the blog if you are looking for information about a particular difficulty, symptom or psychological process.
Anxiety and stress
Worry, fear, repetitive thoughts, physical tension, emotional blockage and avoidance.
Read articles about anxietyDepression and mood
Sadness, apathy, emotional exhaustion, guilt, emptiness and loss of interest.
Read articles about depressionRelationships, couples and attachment
Communication, conflict, emotional dependence, break-ups and ways of relating.
Read articles about relationshipsSexuality and sexual wellbeing
Desire, sexual anxiety, sexual difficulties, intimacy and communication between partners.
Read articles about sexualityAffirmative therapy
Identity, emotional safety, family relationships, minority stress and LGBTQ+ support.
Read about affirmative therapyPsychological assessment
Tests, reports, clinical guidance, learning difficulties and high abilities.
Read about psychological assessmentNeuropsychology
Attention, memory, behaviour, learning, neurodevelopment and executive functions.
Read neuropsychology articlesOcnos news
Talks, activities, collaborations and the clinic’s involvement in the community.
Read Ocnos newsPsychological information written with clinical care and warmth
The Ocnos blog is designed to help you understand psychological experiences without relying on rushed diagnoses, alarmist messages or oversimplified explanations.
Our articles can provide guidance, but they do not replace an individual assessment when distress persists, interferes with daily life or causes concern.
Meet the professionals who write the Ocnos blog
Each professional brings their clinical experience, training and perspective to the psychological topics covered in the blog.
Héctor Lozano Jiménez
Writes about anxiety, stress, adolescence, life changes, high abilities and taking the first steps towards therapy.
Rocío Rodríguez Boza
Writes about emotional regulation, relationships, attachment, affirmative therapy, childhood, adolescence and family life.
María de los Ángeles Sanz Ruiz
Writes about behaviour, personal history, relationships, emotional regulation, neuropsychology and life context.
Not sure where to start?
If one of our articles reflects what you are going through, you can briefly tell us what is concerning you. We will help you consider what type of support may be suitable and which member of the team may be the best fit.
Frequently asked questions about the Ocnos blog
These are some common questions about our articles and the responsible use of psychological information.
Who writes the Ocnos Psychology Clinic blog?
The blog is written by the team of psychologists at Ocnos Psychology Clinic. The articles are intended to provide responsible psychological information, clinical guidance and accessible explanations.
Do the articles replace psychological therapy?
No. They may help you understand a difficulty, put your experiences into words or recognise when to seek help, but they do not replace an individual psychological assessment or a course of therapy.
Can I book an appointment if I identify with an article?
Yes. If an article describes something that is affecting or concerning you, you can book an appointment or contact us for initial guidance. We can help you consider which professional may be the best fit.
What topics does the Ocnos psychology blog cover?
The blog includes articles about anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, attachment, couples therapy, sexuality, affirmative therapy, neuropsychology, psychological assessment, childhood, adolescence and mental health.
Can I search for a particular topic within the blog?
Yes. At the end of this page, you will find a search box that allows you to locate publications using terms such as anxiety, relationships, depression, neuropsychology, sexuality or emotional regulation.
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