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Parenting

“You’re Not Listening!” What Toddler Hitting Is Really a Communication

A small hand suddenly waves. A startled parent jumps back in shock. In an instant, a toddler has left their imprint literally and even figuratively. The untrained observer may witness legitimate toddler striking as simply and solely a tantrum, or

Life Style Social

Emotional Authenticity vs Melodrama: Why Indian Viewers Are Turning to Foreign Dramas

Ankita, a 29-year-old schoolteacher from Bengaluru, often feels heavy in the evening. Between management of family responsibilities, Work stress and the pain of a recent breakup, she rarely found space for her emotions. Indian soaps playing in the background only added

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How Age Shapes a Child’s Understanding of Death and Grief

All of us have seen the deaths of our dear ones at some point in our lives (American  Psychological Association, 2020). Some might have seen their family members dying, some may have seen their close friends, and others may have seen

Motivation

The Gendered Psyche of Power: Why Oppression of Women  Strengthens Extremist Rule

Before an extremist regime rewrites laws, it rewrites women. The first cracks in freedom often appear in dress codes, curfews, marriages and classrooms, small shifts that signal a larger project of control. Throughout history and in today’s conflicts, the subjugation

Life Style

Why Festivals Feel Different When You’re Away From Home

Do you remember how you celebrated Diwali in childhood – when morning begin with smell of delicious food and sweets, with your father running around for bringing garlands, flowers and diyas for decoration, your mother busy cleaning and cooking, and

Psychologs eMagazine January 2026

This January edition of Psychologs Magazine explores the emotional realities of living in a fast-paced and uncertain world. It examines how pressure, technology, memory, and early experiences shape identity, behaviour, and mental well-being. From the impact of AI on the

Parenting

The Silent Impact of Emotionally Distant Parents on a Child’s Development

Aradhya is an ideal child, good at studies and active at extra curricular activities. She often brought trophies, medals and stories home; however, there was no one to listen to them. Her parents were busy with their jobs and were

Research

How PTSD Affects the Ageing Brain

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is usually understood as a mental health condition linked to trauma, fear, and emotional distress. However, this article highlights that PTSD may also be connected to how the brain ages. People with PTSD may show signs

Life Style

Born Into an Era: How Society Creates and Reinforces Generational Identity 

Ever heard people say, “Oh, all of you younger people are always so dramatic. We used to take care of all the things alone. This generation is so weak, always having mental issues.”  There are three scientific components of Generational

Health Motivation

The Psychology of Goal Adjustment: Life Satisfaction After Injury or Diagnosis

A serious accident or being diagnosed with a life-changing disorder can dramatically impact an individual’s future overnight. Career plans, physical abilities, relationships, and ambitions, all of these factors that once appeared to be relatively stable, suddenly become recipients of complicated levels