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10 Signs That You Are A Perfectionist, According to Psychology

Perfectionism is often viewed as something that is overwhelming or something that needs to be changed. While this may be true to some extent, perfectionism can also be a gift. It can be described as a personality trait that motivates

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Exploring the link between ADHD and Depression

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Depression are both mental health conditions with symptoms that often overlap. These conditions can affect numerous facets of a person’s life, such as productivity, self-esteem, social relationships and academic or career performance. Psychological, neurological, environmental

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The Science of Yawning: Why Do We Yawn and What Does It Mean?

One of the most infectious responses that we emulate from other people (other than laughing) is yawning. Did you let out a yawn while reading this sentence? You just exhibited an uncontrollable and pretty common human behavioural response!  What is

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How Physical Injuries Impact Mental Health: Insights from Psychologists

Physical injuries go beyond bodily scars. Most of such injuries are experiences manifested deep within our psyche, shaking the very foundations upon which our sense of self, resilience, and emotional well-being. Research consistently shows that there’s a complex interconnection between

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Psychology of Concentration

Concentration is a very critical cognitive skill that helps in productivity, problem-solving, learning, and thinking. According to psychology, concentration can be described as an attentional process that involves focusing on the task at hand and avoiding all distractions. Often we

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Stress Keeping You Up? A New Discovery Could Change Your Nights: Meet the Locus Coeruleus

A new study conducted by researchers at the University of Lausanne has revealed the key role of the locus coeruleus brain in sleep cycles. Locus coeruleus, a region in the brainstem, manages the transition from non-rapid eye movement to rapid

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Ananya Panday Reveals How Therapy Helped Her Beat the Blues from Social Media Trolls: ‘I Used to Feel Very Down’

Bollywood actor Ananya Panday has spoken about her struggles with mental health, body-shaming and social media trolls in an interview with Barkha Dutt’s We The Women. She revealed how the intense bullying she faced during the early years of her

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How 6 Toxic Self-Care Trends Are Quietly Harming Your Well-Being

Over the past years, self-care has become a topic of once-niche discussion in mainstream culture. Social media is now replete with tips, routines, and products that claim to help make over your life and well-being. The self-care industry has empowered

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How Seasonal Changes Affect Mental Health: Understanding Winter Blues and SAD

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and the “winter blues” are common mental health issues linked to seasonal changes, particularly during winter. These conditions are more prevalent in higher latitudes where there is significantly less sunlight during winter months. Even in countries

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How to Tell If You’re Experiencing Hypochondria (And What to Do)

Think of illness anxiety disorder, commonly known as hypochondria, as your brain’s alarm system getting stuck in the “on” position when it comes to health concerns. It’s not just being careful about your health – it’s when that careful attention

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