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Probiotic Enhances Fetal Brain Development – Study

A study conducted on mice has shown that administering the probiotic Bifidobacterium breve to pregnant mice can enhance fetal brain development. The probiotic seems to improve nutrient transport and support growth in the developing brain. The research suggests that modifying

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The Psychology Behind Hoarding Behaviour

Hoarding is relatively common; we all know someone with a garage full of random trinkets and things that seem of little use; however, there is a certain point where hoarding becomes an issue. For this reason, Hoarding Disorder has been

Health

Addiction vs Compulsion

Addiction refers to a persistent and intense urge to use a psychoactive substance or engage in a behavior which produces natural rewards, barring its detrimental consequences. An individual when consumes a particular substance or engages in an activity, activates the

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What Are The Warning Signs of Child Parentification?

If you’re a licensed therapist who has completed online counselling courses, you’ll likely come across patients who have experienced parentification in childhood. Recognising the signs of child parentification is the first step towards treating this trauma, and helping patients recover.

Awareness

Eco-Anxiety: Effective Ways to Cope with Environmental Grief

Coping mechanisms are strategies that individuals often use to deal with stressful situations and unpleasant emotions. They may be conscious or unconscious. Some individuals may confuse coping mechanisms with defense mechanisms. The two are, however, different concepts. Defense mechanisms are

Parenting

Psychology of Sibling Relationships: Understanding Their Impact

Do you have any siblings or are you an only child? Have you ever wished you had siblings or didn’t have them? There probably were days when the grass seemed greener on the other side. Despite all the challenges and

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Self-Isolation & Healing from it

Self-isolation can be defined as a state or condition in which the person prefers to stay away from others, for a certain period, willingly. It can be exercised by means of not attending social events, family or friends together or

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The Impact of Sleep Apnea on Mental Health: Signs and Symptoms

Sleep apnea is a condition affecting lots of people whereby breathing becomes difficult and even stops when one is asleep. It is well known as a cause of physical ailments including heart diseases and sleepiness during the day; it also

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Survey Reveals Mixed Impact of Social Media on GenZ Well-Being

According to a recent Talker Research survey for LG Electronics, 62% of younger people aim to hit the ‘circle’ button on their social media feeds. The survey, conducted online between June 20 and June 24, 2024, with 2,000 Gen Z

Life Style

10 Powerful Benefits of Practicing Mindfulness Every Day, According to Psychology

You might have heard the term – “mindfulness” a lot these days on magazine covers,  from Instagram influencers and a lot of other places. Are you one of those people who think of a person sitting alone on a mountaintop when