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Awareness

The Ideomotor Effect Explained: How Thoughts Influence Unconscious Movement

Have you ever experienced that you aim to complete your presentation for the project, you are also determined to do so, but suddenly, out of nowhere, you recall that your best friend posed a picture and looked amazing, and now,

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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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Applied Psychology in Action: Training Public Psychologists for Real-World Challenges

Mental health is becoming a hot topic of debate across homes, schools, colleges, universities, workplaces, and friend circles (World Health Organisation [WHO], 2021). The role of psychologists is crucial, as they share their knowledge and experiences, apply theory practically, and support people who

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Mental Illness and Hidden Strengths: Turning Struggles into Life Skills

When we hear the words “mental illness,” people usually think only about the struggles of anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder. But new research shows that mental health challenges can also build positive skills in a person’s life. Many individuals with

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The Hidden Impact of Beauty Filters on Self-Esteem and Body Image

Digital beauty filters, digital distortions of one’s image that adhere to idealised standards of beauty, are pretty commonplace in the technological age of social media. Millions globally filter their selfies and videos every day, smoothing skin, enlarging eyes, slanting cheekbones, and

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Cultural and Developmental Perspectives: How Belief Systems Shape a Child’s Understanding of Death 

Have you ever witnessed death of any close one. A lot going on outside while you are numb on inside. As a child you had a thought about what happened to people when they died you asked your mom but

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Barriers to Play: How Playgrounds Exclude Neurodivergent Children

The playgrounds are often pictured as public areas that are open to all children to play, explore and socialise without any restrictions. Play facilitates physical growth, emotional, creativity, and social skills, which is why it is a very essential aspect

Health Motivation

The Psychology of Goal Adjustment: Life Satisfaction After Injury or Diagnosis

A serious accident or being diagnosed with a life-changing disorder can dramatically impact an individual’s future overnight. Career plans, physical abilities, relationships, and ambitions, all of these factors that once appeared to be relatively stable, suddenly become recipients of complicated levels

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The Psychological Toll of Fireworks and Loud Noises on Animals

“On the New Year’s party in 2022, Krishika, residing in Noida, celebrated a midnight party with family on her rooftop. But amidst the loud boom and sparkling lights, A golden retriever, Jiffy (pet dog), was nowhere to be found. Startled