Psychology missing from elementary education! A psychologically striking epiphany!

摘要

I have a set of very simple questions which are pondered by most of us, almost daily: • I do not feel like studying. What should I do? • I am not good at memorizing theory. How do I enhance my memorizing skills? • I am short-tempered. How do I manage anger? • I constantly feel like smoking. How do I deal with this craving? • I am feeling low today. What should I do? The science of psychology can answer all these questions. But surprisingly, we are never taught psychology as a mandatory science. The World Health Organization has defined health as "a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity". Today's curriculum gives more stress on physical well-being and, contrastingly, very less stress on mental well-being. The question arises “should psychology not be taught in elementary school curriculum?” Of course it should be!