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Awareness Social

The Cognitive Impact of Performing Rituals Without Understanding

Most of the individuals engage in rituals without understanding their origins and the purpose of their existence. Such practices are evident in festivals, prayers, greetings, family practices and even in workplace ceremonies. They do this frequently due to the fact

Health Travel

Jet-Lagged Minds: How Frequent Travel Disrupts Sleep, Mood, and Mental Clarity

Travel is one of the best ways to release stress, heal and feel more connected to oneself. It has always been romanticised for spiritual rejuvenation and peace. However, we often forget to pay attention to how too much travelling and jet lag

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Why Digital Tools Are Essential for Modern Mental Health

All the stuff we deal with daily, like constant notifications, needing to meet deadlines, and even social media, can create a ton of stress. It’s nice to take a break from all the stuff and let the stress take a

Research

How Warmth Shapes the Sense of Self: Thermoception, Touch, and Bodily Awareness

Skin temperature, the warmth or cold felt on the body, has a much bigger role in human life than is normally realised. These sensations are often treated as nothing special, but they actually help the brain understand that the body

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

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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

Parenting

The Silent Psychological Shift That Happens When Parents Grow Old

Have you ever heard that watching your parents age affects your emotional health? Have you ever experienced your parents getting old, seeing them forgetting minor things, walking slowly, seeing their energy completely drained and being unable to lift themselves easily impacts

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

Relationship Social

How Socioeconomic Status Shapes Emotional Intimacy and Relationship Quality

For people who share relational situations with romantic partners to families, to close friends, emotional intimacy is a crucial element of wellbeing, satisfaction, and support. But access to social and psychological resources that promote and support ideal relationships is unequal. Socioeconomic