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Mental Health Insurance in India

According to the American Psychological Association (APA), mental health is defined as a state of mind characterized by emotional well-being, good behavioral adjustment, relative freedom from anxiety and disabling symptoms, and a capacity to establish constructive relationships and cope with

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Nurturing Intimacy: Strategies to Deepen Your Connection with Your Partner

In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, maintaining a deep connection with your partner can sometimes take a backseat. Yet, fostering a strong emotional bond is essential for the health and longevity of any relationship. Building a strong connection

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How is Depression linked with Constipation?

Repressed emotions and mental health problems sometimes manifest in ways that affect one’s daily life, physical health, and relationships. Constipation is one of the commonly found symptoms among depressive patients or it could take place as a result of taking

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Urban Lifestyle and Mental Health: Probing the Depths of Psychological Impact

Over half of the world’s population already resides in cities, and over half of that percentage is predicted to rise over the next several decades. Anxiety, sadness, and schizophrenia have been linked to an increased risk of mental diseases in

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Understanding ADHD in Women: Symptoms and Recognition

The neurodevelopmental disorder known as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is typified by patterns of impulsivity, hyperactivity, and inattention that are out of step with the person’s developmental stage. Women are commonly underdiagnosed with ADHD, even though the disorder is

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Criminal Offense: From the Perception of Perpetrator and Victim

The increasing crime rate in India is a topic of concern as it is increasing at an alarming rate of 1.6 per cent per annum. Certain psychological disorders enhance the likelihood of a person committing a crime. People with mental

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How Festivals like Holi Boost Our Mental Health?

India is a diverse country, and with that comes its diverse festivities. Festivals like Holi, Diwali, Christmas, and Eid could help lighten up our mood and refresh our minds by giving us some time off from work. Festival vibes have

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What is the Peltzman Effect?

The theory known as the Peltzman effect postulates that individuals respond to safety laws by engaging in more dangerous activities, which balances out cautious behaviour. An illustration of this would be someone getting into a car, fastening their seatbelt with

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Misrepresentation in Media: The Correlation and Causation Dilemma

The other day, my younger brother told me that his academic grades have shown an unprecedented rise since our mother stopped berating him “for petty things”. While such a correlation may funnily work to benefit many school-going kids, likely, both

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Why it is okay to be Sad.

Agony, anguish, broken hearts, hurt, sorrow, dejection, dismay, homesickness, distress, and dissatisfaction, are some of the terms we use to describe the emotion of sadness. Any of these feelings might be a reaction to unfavourable or unexpected circumstances or changes