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Paws with a Purpose: Service Dogs for Disabled People

“28-year-old Aanya wakes up every morning not to an alarm clock, but to a gentle nudge from her Labrador retriever, ‘Tara’. 5 years ago, when Aanya was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, she sometimes struggles with balance, fatigue and overwhelming anxiety. Before

Awareness Therapy

Somatic Experiencing and Body-Based Trauma Therapy for Survivors of Known-Perpetrator Abuse

Trauma from a known perpetrator, intimate partner, family member, or trusted guardian, predominantly interpersonal emotional injuries upon survivors that extend beyond memory and cognition and result in post-traumatic stress disorder, physical dysregulation, chronic anxiety, intimacy and trust complications. Talking works, but

Awareness Therapy

Trauma-Focused Therapy for Survivors of Sexual Abuse by family or trusted people

Physical and emotional betrayal of sexual abuse by a family member or trusted friend may influence the effects of the subject on the survivors in the areas of safety, trust, and relationships. The most basic experiences, like family visits or

Positive

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

Life Style Positive

Cultural Familiarity, but with a Twist: Why Pakistani Dramas Feel ‘closer to Home’ Yet More Honest

When a 28-year-old teacher, Alisha, who lives in New Delhi, wavered upon the Pakistani drama ‘Humsafar’, she didn’t expect it to leave such a mark. What started as casual watching soon turned into an emotional connection. It wasn’t just a

Research

How PTSD Affects the Ageing Brain

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is usually understood as a mental health condition linked to trauma, fear, and emotional distress. However, this article highlights that PTSD may also be connected to how the brain ages. People with PTSD may show signs

Research

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

Self Help Social

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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Beyond Advice: Why Validation Often Matters More Than  Solutions

We live in a solution-oriented world. When someone shares a problem, the instinctive  response is often, “Have you tried this?” or “You should do that.” Advice feels helpful, active and efficient. However, in many instances, after the conversation, it can

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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