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The Psychology of Perfectionism: Growing Up in the Shadow of Expectations 

Perfectionism has been touted as an indicator of discipline, ambition and high standards. Most educational and cultural systems are characterised by giving positive reinforcements to children who aim at perfection and excellence. This positive framing nonetheless hides the psychological costs

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Why Chasing Achievement Leads to Burnout and Disconnection

Every morning, Ritu, a 27-year-old law student, wakes up before sunrise. Her schedule is packed: with back-to-back lectures, assignments, mock trials and bar examination preparation. She powers through her day with little sleep, fuelled by lots of caffeine and fear

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Why Emotional Intelligence Matters More Than You Think for Career Success

Success in a career is said to be attributed to intelligence, qualifications, and technical skills. Nevertheless, years of psychological studies have shown that cognitive ability cannot be seen as a complete explanation of professional performance. Emotional intelligence has become an

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Gen Z Isn’t Lazy, They’re Tired: Understanding Youth Exhaustion in the Modern World

Mention “Gen Z” in front of a group of managers, parents or baristas. You’ll provoke a variety of reactions: doubt, respect, and frustration. Between jokes like “boomer” and stories about young climate campaigners lies a more subdued, sobering reality: this

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Sweet Trap: How High Sugar Diets Affect a Child’s Brain

Sugar is everywhere. It appears in breakfast cereals, hides in packaged snacks, and shines brightly from colourful wrappers in shops. Children are naturally drawn to it. They love the taste, enjoy the excitement it brings, and parents often give in

Psychologs eMagazine December 2025

This December edition of Psychologs dives into the emotional realities of living in a world driven by pressure, speed, and uncertainty. It unpacks topics ranging from dopamine’s influence on our everyday choices to the growing generational divide inside corporate spaces.

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NCAHP & MoHFW Release New Curriculum: Will NEET Become Mandatory for Psychology Admissions?

In a recent move that has stirred anxiety across the student community, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare released a revised set of eligibility norms for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG). The new notification outlines updated subject

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Why Human Behavior is Becoming the New Measure of Motivation in Business

Human behaviour is shaping business decisions more than ever. Individual psychology and performance relationships are becoming so difficult to ignore in the workplace. Time is a constant awareness in the day of many people, where a constant time-checking exists, and

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Fear of Failure and the Psychology of Cheating: Understanding the Shame Loop

The cheating is often seen as a moral failure, a choice made by individuals lacking integrity. Yet beneath the surface, there is pressure to meet expectations. The phenomenon known as the “shame loop” explains how these emotions create a self-reinforcing

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The Need to Appear Better: Understanding the Psychology Behind Showing Off

Human beings usually tend to show off or have a drive to appear better than others. This behaviour is backed by social, cultural, and evolutionary mechanisms. We show off through material possessions, social media posts, or even professionally promoting ourselves,