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RCI Renames M.Phil Clinical Psychology to M.A. in Clinical Psychology under NEP

The M.Phil Clinical Psychology program has been renamed as MA Clinical Psychology by RCI. This change follows the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which requires the discontinuation of M.Phil programs in all fields. Entry requirement  Guidelines for those with 3 years UG degree in Psychology  Admission Procedure  Admission will be based on an entrance test […]

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Entertain

The Influence of Movies and Music on Mental Health

In today’s world, the major portion of the entertainment is contributed by music and movie platforms. Music excites people, and they have practiced it since ancient times. It is an integral part of human culture and has been known to influence many aspects of human life. Movie genres elicit distinct psychological responses, shaping narratives and […]

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Cognitive Appraisal Theory: How Your Mind Shapes Your Emotions 

Let’s take a hypothetical situation: Imagine yourself walking alone in a dark street one evening. Suddenly, you begin to hear footsteps approaching very close to you. In such a situation , you might be getting nervous and frightened as your heartbeat starts speeding up, your hands are sweating badly, and fear begins to run in […]

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Life Style Motivation

Why do you keep your Success a Secret?: The Fear of Outshining Others

Have you ever thought that you needed to keep your abilities, your success, or your achievement a secret in order to keep other people comfortable? Have you ever held back from speaking up with your entire capability because you didn’t want to threaten other people? If so, you might be suffering from the fear of […]

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Entertain

Top 10 Hollywood Movies That Explore Psychological Manipulation And Gaslighting 

Ever seen a film where you were left scratching your head asking what was real and what was not? Where the truth is so distorted that you’re being gaslighted right along with the characters? Welcome to psychological manipulation in films—where everything is a lie, love turns into control, and reality isn’t what you think it […]

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Awareness

Second Innings of Life

The Seattle Longitudinal Study started in 1956, followed the mental abilities of 6,000 people. It’s the longest running study of its kind, with the same volunteers tested every seven years. Findings suggest that as you get older your intelligence gets better as does your problem solving skills. With experience, wisdom and time on their hand, […]

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Awareness

When Expectations Become Reality: Exploring the Pygmalion Effect

Expectations are defined as a beliefs system which is future- centred in nature and acts as a driving tool for progression in our society. Philosophers such as Maarten Maartensz (2005) describe expectations as being personal and based on our life experiences. The conceptual framework of expectations is derived from the self-fulfilling prophecy, i.e. a belief […]

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Parenting

Happy Parenting

Our children are like seeds, seeds with life waiting to express itself. They only need the right environment, not a manual to grow to their full potential. But what if the environment turns toxic, the water is too much, the air is poisonous, and warmth is too little. What will happen to the seed? Will […]

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Entertain

4 Psychological Thrillers You must Watch

Trigger Warning: Some Movie description and the movies itself can be triggering for the readers If you ask any cinephiles about their favorite movie genre, thrillers would top the list. Psychological thrillers, in particular, would be everyone’s personal favorite. These compelling narratives delve into the complex interplay between the conscious and subconscious, blurring the lines […]

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Health

Over-Exercising and Mental Health

Exercising is often commended for the benefits it gives to both the body and the mind. It helps to maintain a healthy weight as well as lowers the risk of many chronic diseases. In addition, it improves mood and increases overall well-being. However, as exercise transitions from a healthy habit to a deep obsession, it […]

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