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Ecotherapy & its Impacts on Mental Health

Our senses are drawn to nature, which also evokes awe and amazement in us. We can detach from the demands of daily life and re-establish a connection with something greater than ourselves when we interact with the natural environment. A

Self Help

The Psychology of Mood Swings

Mood swings are sudden shifts in mood (often described as emotional roller coaster rides) that can range from Different feelings and irritability. Mood swings can make you feel like you are crying more, feeling empty inside, or swinging suddenly from

Health

10 FAQs on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Q1. What is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder? OCD is a brain and behaviour disorder that falls within the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition (DSM-IV) category of anxiety disorders. It is characterized by obsessions and compulsions that interfere

Awareness

PTSD: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment

Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is a psychiatric condition that occurs in people who have experienced or witnessed traumatic events such as the death of loved ones, serious accidents, natural disasters, terrorist acts, wars, violence, sexual assault, etc. People who

Awareness

Life of a Psychologist: Career, Challenges and Responsibility

Psychologists are mental health professionals who study mental health and problems related to the mind and behaviour. The life of a psychologist is fascinating and challenging at the same time. The real hard work begins the moment you decide to

Self Help

Burnout – The high cost of caring?!

Practicing psychotherapy is undoubtedly fulfilling and gratifying but there are times when we as therapists might feel distressed or experience feelings of emotional discomfort despite its many rewards. Let me just take a crack at this professional conundrum and write

Education

How can the Indian education system, support the mental well-being of students?

As awareness around mental health issues has aggravated, schools have been focusing on how they can improve the mental health of students. In this article, we will explore the important changes that can be made by the Indian education system,

Awareness

The Psychology Behind FOMO

THE PSYCHOLOGY BEHIND FOMO Have you ever felt sad and distressed when you had to stay back and complete that boring research paper due the very next day while your friends were all out enjoying that late-night party that you

Self Help

The Psychology Behind Crying: Understanding the Emotional Tears

Humans have a variety of emotions, like joy, sadness, and anger. Crying comes as natural as everything else. When people cry, it’s typically seen as something caused by negativity but, it’s not always the case. There are times when tears

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The Kerala High Court Advocates’ Association organized a mental health awareness program for advocates

A mental health awareness program for advocates was held on Wednesday by the Kerala High Court Advocates’ Association (KHCAA) in collaboration with Maithri, a non-governmental organization (NGO) based in New Delhi. Glimpse of Mental Health Awareness Programme: Dr CJ John,