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Awareness Health

Digital Insomnia: Why the Brain Refuses to Shut Down at Night

In 2019, researchers discovered that 72% of individuals use their cellphones in their rooms. Furthermore, 56% of those surveyed admitted to checking their phones within half an hour of their intended sleep time (American Psychological Association, 2020). The consequence is

Awareness

Raising Kids in a Digital World: How Screen Time Affects Children’s Health and Development

Children today spend, on average, nearly five hours a day in front of screens (apart from school work) according to the statistics. This figure is even higher for teens (Rideout &  Robb, 2019). Whether they’re using tablets, smartphones, gaming systems, or

Awareness

Through the Mind: What Cognitive Science Has to Say on Sexual Fantasy

This article looks at cognitive science and psychological studies that tell us about sexual fantasy, why culture views the issue as unwanted, what shame causes in the body, and why discourse that many people fear having might matter beyond what

Awareness Health

Postpartum OCD(PPOCD) Explained: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Effective Interventions

From conceiving to giving birth, the journey of parenting gives a feeling of absolute joy, happiness, worry and feelings of caution. Ever wondered why some parents are a bit more cautious about every tiny action regarding their baby? Or do

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,

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

News

Namita Thapar Says Learning to Say “No” Is Key to Better Mental Health

Renowned entrepreneur and Shark Tank India judge Namita Thapar has initiated a much-needed, nationwide discussion on social media about the grave physical, psychological, and emotional implications of chronic people-pleasing. The Executive Director of Emcure Pharmaceuticals, in his digital video message,

Education

Your Final Step Towards Success NIMHANS 2026, May 31

You all would have been geared up for the upcoming NIMHANS 2026 entrance examination that would be on 31st May. As the examination is just around the corner, here are the points to pause for a moment and remember that

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