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Why “Should” Statements Cause Guilt and Self-Doubt

Should Statements be errors of cognition that lead to feelings of guilt, and self-doubt and elicit perfectionism and self-criticism? Individuals manifesting anxiety and depression symptoms often engage in self-talk which includes “I should have” or “I ought to”. These cognitive

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How to Shift from All-or-Nothing Thinking to a Balanced Mindset

All-or-nothing thinking distortion, also called black-and-white thinking, is a negative thinking error where the individual engages in a dichotomous thinking pattern neglecting the possibility of a grey area or other possible outcomes. This mindset categorizes every situation or entity as

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Mental Health in the LGBTQIA+: A Persistent Concern

Over the last few years, there has been an evident light on the discussion about prioritising mental health. Mental health, although an inclusive construct, seems to be a struggle for many. Homosexuality may have been struck down as a mental

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Daytime Sleepiness and Dementia: Alarming Link You Shouldn’t Miss on 

Do you often feel tired or sleepy during the day? It might be more than just a sign of ageing. A recent study has highlighted a concerning link between daytime sleepiness and an increased risk of dementia, particularly in older

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Feeling Overwhelmed? Try These 7 Relaxation Techniques

Relaxation is one of the basic needs of a fast, busy world. Stress makes its mark on the physical and mental health of man, and if he isn’t provided with an avenue to control it, they may suffer from an

Education

Celebrating Horace Mann Bond: Who Fought Racism Through Psychology

Horace Mann Bond (November 8, 1904 – July 15, 1972) spent his life challenging education and social prejudice. As a scholar, Bond was a pathbreaker around the concept of intelligence, race and educational opportunity. His work looked closely at inequities

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Is There a Connection Between the Moon and Our Behavior?

For centuries, the moon and how its phases influence human behaviour have been a talk. In earlier days, people believed that certain phases of the moon could make individuals more or less aggressive. It was then the term “lunacy” originated

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Celebrities and Mental Health: Genuine Advocacy or PR Strategy?

A growing number of celebrities have courageously shared their experiences with mental health issues in recent years, which has helped to destigmatize mental health in our culture and promote the required and necessary conversation about it. Some of them have

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What Catastrophizing Does to Your Mind—and How to Stop It

Catastrophizing is a process where an individual experiences a cognitive distortion of magnifying negative thoughts, worries or anxieties. Individuals often blow negative thinking out of proportion or minimize the importance of positive entities. They interpret minor incidents as major setbacks

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What Are Some Healthy Coping Skills for Uncomfortable Emotions? 

Emotions are that defining part of what it is to be human. Emotions mould our experiences as well as attach us to our inner world. Still, emotions are never pleasant all the time. Sometimes they can feel more discomforting-sadness, anger,