Quick answer: Counselling changes the brain through neuroplasticity – the brain’s ability to physically rewire itself. Talk therapy strengthens the prefrontal cortex (decision-making and emotional control), calms an overactive amygdala (the brain’s fear alarm), and helps the hippocampus process memories more healthily. Over time, this lowers stress hormones like cortisol and builds lasting emotional balance. … Read more
Are you confused about whom you have to consult? Psychiatrist or Psychologist? Before that, understand what the key Difference Between a Psychologist and a Psychiatrist is. Psychiatrist Taking a medical degree in MBBS and then doing a postgraduate specialisation in psychiatry – either an MD (Doctor of Medicine) in Psychiatry or a Diploma in Psychological … Read more
Many of us ignore our mental health simply because we’ve never been taught to recognize it as real. Even today, mental health isn’t treated as a priority – especially in developing countries, where support and resources are limited. In India, we still describe emotional distress in physical terms: “sar bahut bhari hai“ (my head feels … Read more
“We know all the information, but we don’t understand either.” Today, we are all in the most developed Human Era. Material life has played the biggest role in our lives. And we connect in fractions of a second. But can we foresee our future? Can we see how our psychology is affected by watching Reels, … Read more
Hey parents, as you read this, you’re probably looking for solutions or ways to enhance your knowledge. Being a parent is not easy. Also, raising kids in this era is a time-consuming and energy-draining task. You probably thought my childhood was much more sorted than my kids’. My parents were luckier than we are. Think … Read more
Money, bank balance, and property often define how society values us. From an early age, we learn that wealthy people receive more respect and validation. But is money the only measure of success? What about personal growth, emotional balance, or other life achievements? Understanding the psychology of money helps you see how your money mindset … Read more
A few days back, I was reading an article about a girl who ended her life from her balcony just after her best performance at school. This case has drawn my attention to researching the child’s psychology further. Why are children experiencing increased stress, and how can parents accurately assess their mental well-being? Is there … Read more
Do you find yourself constantly replaying conversations, worrying about the future, or imagining worst-case scenarios? If yes, you may be experiencing overthinking. Overthinking is more than simply thinking deeply about a problem. It is a repetitive cycle of thoughts that often leads to anxiety, stress, self-doubt, and difficulty taking action. In this article, we will … Read more
OCD – Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Anxiety – Feeling of fear, dread and uneasiness in the absence of an object Fear – Feeling of fear in the presence of an Object Many people are confused between Anxiety and OCD. However both have different symptoms, but anxiety may cause OCD and vice versa. Essentially, in both disorders, … Read more
We all know that we are social animals, and we all fear loneliness. Being left out or not a part of society are scary things that bring us up in the middle of the night. Hence, we build communities, institutions, and family structures where like-minded people can gel up and grow together. If we understand … Read more