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Relationship

Breaking the Sacred Bond: Understanding India’s Fear of Divorce

Marriages in India are often celebrated as a festival with lights, music, rituals and blessings that promise ‘ a happily ever after’. But the real question is, does this happiness truly last for everyone? If not, then why does the

Awareness

The Psychological Burden of Being the “Perfect Woman” in Modern Society

The expectations placed on women in today’s society are greater than those of men and have never been put on women before. This is the culture in which women are raised and believe that they must master the aspects of work,

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CBCI Launches Major Initiative to Expand Mental Health Support Across Churches

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI) Office for Healthcare officially commenced a national formation Programme to address the rising global problem of psychological distress. The strategy will aim to reinforce and progressively enhance the Church’s pastoral healthcare ministry. The

Awareness Self Help

The Wounded Self: How Self-Compassion Supports Emotional Healing

How many times have you said “I’m fine” while you are anything but? A student who can’t focus in class may label themselves ‘lazy’. A parent who yells at loved ones may condemn themselves for being ‘bad-tempered’. A young adult whose

Technology

Beyond the Synapse: The Future of Psychology Beyond AI and Brain-Computer Interfaces

Now imagine you cannot move or talk anymore, but thanks to a computer chip in your brain, you are able to communicate once more. Thanks to neurotechnologies,  such an image is becoming a reality, and the way we view the human

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From IPL Glory to Mental Health Advocacy: Robin Uthappa Opens Up About His Darkest Struggles

Content Warning: This article contains discussion related to suicidal thoughts and mental health struggles. Reader discretion is advised. Former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa has increasingly spoken about the importance of mental health awareness in professional sports. Over the years, he

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Silent Mental Crisis: AIIMS Study Finds 1 in 6 Rural Teens Face Severe Psychological Stress

A pioneering study in association with All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has revealed a huge but concealed public health crisis in the rural parts of the country. The vast research findings debunk the notion that psychological disorders are

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Dowry Harassment and Mental Health: The Hidden Trauma Behind Domestic Abuse Cases

The untimely death of the young woman, Twisha Sharma, aged 31, which took place in Bhopal, once again raises the question of violence committed against women for dowries. According to the article, she died by suicide at her in-laws’ house on

Health

Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED): Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Interventions

After working hard during the day, Aman was driving home. He had faced many challenges and stress while at work, then something happened that surprised him. A cyclist rode in front of his car suddenly. Aman couldn’t believe it! Aman

Awareness Industrial Social

How National Crises, Uncertainty, and Social Pressure Affect Mental Health in Today’s Youth

Not long ago, there used to be clear boundaries between politics and personal lives. There were discussions of politics on TV and economics in newspapers, and ultimately, everything continued as usual. This boundary no longer exists. A student scrolling through their phone prior