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When ADHD Goes Undiagnosed in Adulthood

Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has been conceptualised as a neurodevelopmental disorder characterised by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity that interfere with functioning or development (APA, 2013). It used to be thought of as a childhood disorder, although now

Education

How Magazine Writing Enhances Academic Communication

Writing formal academic papers with extensive technical jargon is a task that PhD candidates often spend considerable time on. But when academics start contributing to magazines, particularly those that focus on mental health like Psychologs, they must learn how to simplify

Positive

Geriatric Grief: The Overlooked Emotion of Ageing

The geriatric population typically refers to the population above the age of 60- 65. Grief is commonly observed in this age group, who are especially vulnerable to it (Malik et al., 2021). With age comes a lot of responsibility, followed

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Trauma-Informed Approaches in Trans Mental Health

Trauma in psychology refers to an emotional response to a highly distressing event or a situation that overwhelms an individual’s ability to cope, which can lead to long-term negative effects. It can affect one’s sense of self and emotional range,

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Mental Health in Marriage: Legal Rights and Social Realities in India

Marriage in India is a social and emotional as well as a legal bond, with personal laws and societal norms highly influencing it. Mental health, though usually ignored, becomes a vital issue in the stability of marriage and the validity

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How Chosen Families Support Trans Mental Health

The “chosen family” theory, developed by Weston (1991), refers to support systems created by LGBTQ+ individuals that are used as alternative families outside of conventional terms. These chosen families, comprising friends and members of the community, tend to arise due

Positive Self Help

When Positivity Becomes a Burden: Understanding Forced Optimism

Have you ever been in a room full of people right after receiving some news which has sent your thoughts into a complete disarray, and yet, not one person in the room could guess what you were experiencing? A moment

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Why Should Every Citizen Engage in Community Service?

The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. Mahatma Gandhi Anjali is a graduate student decided to volunteer at a local government school. At first, she thought it was just part of the

Health

Delirium vs. Dementia: Risks of Misdiagnosis and Psychological Consequence

A critical distinction in cognitive health demands our focused attention: delirium versus dementia. These conditions, so frequently conflated in both clinical practice and public understanding, necessitate precise differentiation. Grasping their intricate nuances is far from a mere academic exercise; it

Parenting

The “Ideal Son” Trap: How Family Expectations Shape Mental Health

In Indian and broadly Asian families, the image of an “ideal son” or “ideal child” develops early on. It can be considered a blend of academic excellence, professional success, filial obedience, and future leadership. Children, particularly sons, learn over time