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Parenting

The Psychology Behind Son Preference in Patriarchal Societies

Patriarchy is the social system in which men hold primary power, controlling family authority and inheritance, while women are expected to submit. Sociologists note that in such systems, men’s freedom and control over women have historically been seen as  “superior,”

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The Psychology Behind Indians’ Modern Preference for the West

The fascination that Indians have with the West is shaped by various historical, social, and economic factors. Their preference for Western brands, products, education, lifestyle, and culture continues to shape their lifestyle and aspirations. The preference for the West among

Self Help

How to Use Psychology for Yourself (and Not Just the Exams)

Psychological tools are employed to enhance personal well-being through offering ways of coping with life issues. Mental well-being, emotional, psychological, and social, enables one to be happy and strong in handling stress. Employment of such tools improves positive feelings and

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How Social Media Fuels Materialism and Consumer Culture

With the arrival of the digital era, social media has evolved from being a communication medium—it has become a bazaar of lives, dreams, and identities. Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram are just a few such sites that have turned into spaces

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Perfectionism, Overplanning & Imposter Syndrome: Causes, Effects, and How to Overcome Self-Doubt

In a society that promotes hustle culture and perfection, many individuals are encountering perfectionism, overplanning, and pervasive impostures as prevalent, some of the common evidence for Imposter Syndrome (Clance & Imes, 1978; Hewitt & Flett, 1991). The reasons for these

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The Psychology of Relocation: Coping with Homesickness & Culture Shock

Relocation is bound to result in sophisticated psychological dynamics, namely acculturative stress and culture shock. Acculturative stress refers to the mental load that people experience when they adjust to new environments (Kosic et al., 2025). Perceived discrimination, social rejection, and

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Gendered Expectations in India: Why Sons Inherit and Daughters Nurture

The traditional Indian household tends to have some deeply ingrained gendered expectations. Such expectations tend to have a deep impact on the family dynamics, the lives of children, and the overall personality of all its members. Though some of these

Relationship

Dating Someone with OCD: How to Navigate Rituals, Reassurance, and Anxiety Together

OCD, often known as obsessive compulsive disorder, is a chronic disorder, which means it is a long-term condition that is characterised by recurrent compulsions and intrusive,  unwanted thoughts (obsessions) to help relieve the anxiety that these thoughts create  (International OCD

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How Television Shapes Stereotypes: The Impact of Media Representation on Society and Psychology 

Remember the last time you saw India on Western TV. What did you see? A yellow filter that seems more like a desert scene, mustard fields and snake charmers restricting our diversity. How many times have you seen diverse characters

Awareness

Psychology of Psychologist Behind Diagnosis: How DSM-5 Guides Mental Health Professionals to Diagnose Anxiety Disorders

Ever wondered how it is determined by your therapist whether your anxiety is ‘normal’ or a disorder?  The first step towards answering such questions is a proper diagnosis. Furthermore, this requires a proper criterion for each disorder, which is standardised