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BA(Hons.) Applied Psychology, MA Applied...read more
Psychologist•Ahmedabad
Depression:
- When each day is passing like a burden
- When you get up in the morning as tired again.
- When your mood is mostly low and unbearable -when eating or sleeping is not as usual
- When your own thoughts become your enemy, you feel worthless and start seeing negative in everything.
And, this all, going on since week. It is definitely not a sign of weakness or mental illness.
Speak up, seek help, get out!
- When each day is passing like a burden
- When you get up in the morning as tired again.
- When your mood is mostly low and unbearable -when eating or sleeping is not as usual
- When your own thoughts become your enemy, you feel worthless and start seeing negative in everything.
And, this all, going on since week. It is definitely not a sign of weakness or mental illness.
Speak up, seek help, get out!
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One s career is perhaps the most important aspect of adulthood. Embarking on this path whether for the first time, the second time, or any time thereafter can be stressful. This holds true when economic factors like recession hit you down the path. Career counselling is designed to help you with changing, leaving, or choosing a career. A career counsellor, at any stage in life, can help you outline your potential career options.
Most Indians spend one-third of their lives at work. Howeve...more
Most Indians spend one-third of their lives at work. Howeve...more
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The rise of social media along with the culture of digital editing has led to the escalating need to find validation in the society. This creates a huge population of individuals who feel compelled to see themselves in a harsh light. They suffer from low self-issues and undermine their own abilities. We immerse ourselves in the rat race of life. One-day we wake up to the realization of not being good enough.
You become prone to self-loathing and may develop the tendency to resort to sub...more
You become prone to self-loathing and may develop the tendency to resort to sub...more
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From terrorism to natural disasters, there are a number of traumatic events constantly hurling themselves at us. Given the amount of stress it causes an adult, imagine how a child can process this information. Often traumatic events that occur in childhood can trigger phobias and anxiety disorders that last a lifetime if not dealt with correctly.
Each child responds to trauma in a different way depending on the circumstances and their age and personality. What is common is that all chil...more
Each child responds to trauma in a different way depending on the circumstances and their age and personality. What is common is that all chil...more
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Depression is a psychiatric disorder that is characterized by constant feelings of sadness, low self-esteem and loss of interest in daily affairs. Depression is most likely caused by hormonal imbalances, genetic problems, drug addiction and grief.
Depression can be characterized by its symptoms:
1. You will experience a constant feeling of sadness
2. There may be sudden outbursts of anger
3. You may have difficulties in concentrating and executing various tasks
4. C...more
Depression can be characterized by its symptoms:
1. You will experience a constant feeling of sadness
2. There may be sudden outbursts of anger
3. You may have difficulties in concentrating and executing various tasks
4. C...more
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Undergoing Brain Surgery can be a very traumatic experience, and it is common for many patients recovering from brain surgery to face sequelae like headaches, spells of dizziness, confusion or weakness post the surgery. Depression is common. It is very critical that family members and friends talk to the patient and be understanding and empathetic towards them.
It takes approximately 6 months to many years for the brain to heal after brain surgery. The patient regains his functions slo...more
It takes approximately 6 months to many years for the brain to heal after brain surgery. The patient regains his functions slo...more
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In today s stressful environment, more and more people are being diagnosed with psychological disorders such as insomnia and depression. Neither of the two are things which people feel lucky to possess. However, it is interesting to note that there is a link between the two conditions. Also, the problems are a lot more common than a person is likely to first think; 80% of depressed people suffer from chronic insomnia!
For a long time until recently, many people were of the opinion that ...more
For a long time until recently, many people were of the opinion that ...more
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Arun Jaitley, 66 the former finance minister and a stalwart of the Bharatiya Janata Party, died on 24th August 2019, Saturday, at 12:07 pm.
Arun Jaitley got admitted in AIIMS, New Delhi in August 2019 when he suffered from severe uneasiness and breathlessness. On 17 August, it was reported that Jaitley was on life-support. By 23 August, his health had deteriorated leading to his demise.
Jaitley had been unwell for a large part of the last two years when his condition took a ...more
Arun Jaitley got admitted in AIIMS, New Delhi in August 2019 when he suffered from severe uneasiness and breathlessness. On 17 August, it was reported that Jaitley was on life-support. By 23 August, his health had deteriorated leading to his demise.
Jaitley had been unwell for a large part of the last two years when his condition took a ...more
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What Is Adjustment Disorder
Adjustment disorders are considered to be a group of conditions which usually occur when a person experiences difficulty in coping with the stressful life events. These usually include relationship issues, job issues or the demise of a loved one. The incapacity to adjust to stressful events leads to psychological and sometimes physical symptoms.
Symptoms of Adjustment Disorder
The psychological and physical symptoms linked with adjustment disorder oc...more
Adjustment disorders are considered to be a group of conditions which usually occur when a person experiences difficulty in coping with the stressful life events. These usually include relationship issues, job issues or the demise of a loved one. The incapacity to adjust to stressful events leads to psychological and sometimes physical symptoms.
Symptoms of Adjustment Disorder
The psychological and physical symptoms linked with adjustment disorder oc...more
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It is often said that a human being is a social animal. While this is true, does this mean that all degrees of social attachment are completely fine? Honestly, no. In fact, attachment displayed by children, to a very great extent, can have an unhealthy impact on the child s psychology.
Children are sometimes affected by attachment disorders. This results in the child not being able to manage emotions to a sufficient degree. In addition to this, a child may suffer from a lack of self-wor...more
Children are sometimes affected by attachment disorders. This results in the child not being able to manage emotions to a sufficient degree. In addition to this, a child may suffer from a lack of self-wor...more
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