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The Hedonic Paradox: Why Chasing Happiness Makes Us Less Happy

In 2023, the self-help industry made more than 13 billion dollars in the world, relying solely on the idea that happiness can be obtained by having the right habits, mindsets or routines, but it is a disturbing fact that psychological

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Why Teens Say “I’m Depressed” or “I Have Anxiety” So Casually

“That test made me so depressed.” “That presentation was so anxiety-provoking.” Expressions like these have become regular in teens’ day-to-day life. They are sometimes used just to express disappointment, nervousness or stress. In some cases, they can constitute a genuine

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How Early Menstruation Affects Girls’ Mental Health

For some girls, menstruation comes at an age when they are not generally prepared for it. This often makes people wonder why such a concept of early menstruation occurs for some girls. Menstruation is a regular and natural occurrence in

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The Psychological Impact of Early Puberty on Adolescents

Puberty is a natural event. Its occurrence can influence the adolescent years. For some children, physical development becomes apparent before the majority of their peers. While they are still learning and going through the childhood process, their bodies may still

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How Academic Pressure and Grades Affect Students’ Self-Worth

For many students, academic performance is more than a number on a report card. Gradually, students’ perception of themselves, their marks, grades, rankings, awards and examination results can become part of this. Getting a high score can be a good

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Piaget vs Vygotsky: Two Theories of How Children Learn

There is a four-year-old girl sitting on the floor, surrounded by blocks of varying colours. She stacks them, watches as they begin to wobble, and when they fall, she puts them together again in the hope of getting it right.

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IIT Madras Introduces PREM Initiative to Strengthen Student Mental Health Support

IIT Madras launched the PREM initiative in an online session for parents on the eve of World Suicide Prevention Day. Parents’ Role in Encouraging & Mentoring (PREM) is designed to help build stronger support systems for students amid increasing academic

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Is Emotional Distress Being Overdiagnosed in Youth?

There is a significant shift in how mental health is perceived by the younger generation. The increase in awareness and encouragement regarding emotional difficulties and recognising when to ask for help is quite evident. But somehow there is also a

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Teens Are More Open About Mental Health, but Still Struggling

Many teens are no longer afraid to keep their mental health completely hidden. The topics of anxiety, stress, loneliness, burnout and therapy are mentioned more frequently. These are regularly being talked about in schools, among families, social networks, and pop

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Venkateshwara College Shelters Students Impacted by Delhi Building Collapse in Satya Niketan

Disclaimer: The following article may contain words and themes that are emotionally sensitive and can be triggering. Please read with caution. This material is for awareness purposes only. Sri Venkateshwara College welcomed over 70 students impacted by the Satya Niketan