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Psychology says people who don't break down after a fight aren't necessarily suppressing their emotions, they may simply recover in different waysPsychology suggests that people who don't break down after a fight aren't necessarily emotionless. Psychologists draw an important distinct...
What are cold-shock proteins? The first thing Ankur Warikoo does every morning even though he hates itEntrepreneur Ankur Warikoo has embraced daily cold showers for four years, inspired by the concept of cold-shock proteins. These proteins h...
Psychology says people who always wear headphones may be doing more than listening to music, here's what this everyday habit revealsPsychology says people who always wear headphones may be seeking focus, emotional regulation, or a sense of control. Here's what psychologi...
Anxious about ageing? Worrying about growing older may actually accelerate the process; here are ways to slow it downWorrying about ageing itself might be accelerating the process, a study on midlife women suggests. Beyond common factors like sun exposure ...
Quote of the Day by American psychologist Carl Rogers: “I regret it when I suppress my feelings too long and they… – Life lessons on stress management, mental health, balance and why it’s important to address feelings in a healthy way by the co-founder of humanistic psychology known for his deep insights on personality and therapyQuote of the Day by American psychologist Carl Rogers: Carl Rogers’ quote, “I regret it when I suppress my feelings too long and they burst...
Psychology says people who go silent when they’re hurt are not weak, here’s why their brain may be asking them to shut downPsychology does not typically interpret silence as a sign of weakness. More often, it is seen as a coping mechanism that people use to navi...
Psychology says some people enjoy hurting others and conspiring, and the reason is much darker than you think: Insights from Alfred Adler’s theoriesAccording to the theories of Alfred Adler, individuals who deliberately hurt others, manipulate circumstances or appear to be constantly sc...
Psychology says some people want love but fear closeness. Why emotionally unavailable partners pull you in, then suddenly push you awayPsychology does not suggest that emotionally unavailable individuals are incapable of loving others or deliberately seeking to cause harm. ...
Psychology says if you’ve tried every diet and still failed to lose weight, the missing problem may not be your body, it could be your mindPeople who successfully lose weight and keep it off over the long term often develop healthier ways to cope with emotions, create environme...
Psychology says adults who learned to depend on no one as children don’t grow into self-sufficient adults; they grow into people who confuse asking for help with weakness, and slowly build a life no one else knows how to step intoEarly childhood experiences profoundly shape adult attachment styles. Research shows these patterns persist, affecting relationships with p...
Psychology says people who always fix everyone else’s problems often secretly struggle to heal themselves: Is it about the saviour complex?The psychology behind people who constantly try to solve everyone else’s problems reveals a complicated blend of empathy, trauma responses,...
Psychology says men who spend long hours in the toilet with their phones aren’t just avoiding people: The secret behind ‘bathroom escape’In a world shaped by constant demands and endless stimulation, even the smallest spaces can turn into emotional refuges. Sometimes, what ap...
Say no to cold drinks, ice cream, sugary treats: Celebrity nutritionist shares 5 simple foods to stay naturally cool during a summer heatwaveAs India swelters, integrative lifestyle expert Luke Coutinho advises against relying on sugary drinks for heat relief. He emphasizes that ...
Quote of the Day by Taylor Swift: “I suffer from girlnextdooritis where the guy is friends with you and that's it.”Quote of the Day by Taylor Swift: Taylor Swift’s quote “I suffer from girlnextdooritis where the guy is friends with you and that's it,” hu...
Struggling with anger issues? UC Berkeley psychologist shares 5 emotionally intelligent ways to harness itInstead of suppressing anger, Dr. Juli Fraga urges people to embrace it as a signal for change. In her expert insights, she outlines how em...
Are the cheapest habits the most effective for mental well-being? Redditor’s post leaves netizens buzzingA Reddit thread celebrated free, simple habits that boost mental health. One user found peace through slow, aimless walks, sparking a flood...
IEIC, NIMHANS & GoI’s consumer affairs dept partner for study on tech de-addictionThe findings will inform evidence-based policy decisions, emphasizing the establishment of guardrails and the development of effective copi...
How to develop resilience among students for navigating challengesBy fostering a growth mindset, providing coping strategies, encouraging social connections, setting realistic goals, promoting a healthy li...
Can gaming lead to depression or aggression? Experts bust myths about video games & mental healthWe know more than two billion people around the world play games, but less than 1% are thought to have a gaming disorder.
Brain mechanism that increases pain threshold identifiedScientists have shown for the first time that the number of opiate receptors in brain increases to combat severe pain in arthritis sufferer...