Author: Dr. Shruti Bhattacharya

Yes! Eating disorders are a real and serious health issue that stems from issues in the mental and physical health of the person. Most people have heard of anorexia nervosa or bulimia. However, these are only two of the many eating disorders. There are many more that you may never have heard of. In this article, I will discuss what eating disorders are, the behavioural, physical and emotional signs of eating disorders; who are at risk and everything else you need to know. If you want to know more about other psychological and mental health issues, please subscribe to Guilt…

Have you ever felt like you cannot breathe? The walls are closing in on you? Your mind struggles to find a way to breathe but you come up empty. The heart feels like it’s pumping on the outside. Your ears are ringing. You feel sweaty and dizzy all at the same time. If you have ever faced symptoms like these, you were probably having a panic attack as these are the panic attack symptoms. If you are suddenly plagued by a panic attack, it can be very scary, for both you and your loved ones. Panic attack occurs when you…

In my previous blog post, I discussed the benefits of positive affirmations and how they can change your life for the better. In this blog post, I will give you 100 morning affirmations that you can use right after you wake up so you can have an amazing day. Before I discuss the different morning affirmations, let’s reiterate what positive affirmations are and how they benefit you Morning affirmations Morning affirmations are phrases that you can tell yourself loudly. These are mostly focused on areas where you want to bring a change. It can either be your personality, outlook towards…

Quick answer: Dissociative identity disorder (DID) is a mental health condition in which a person’s sense of self is split between two or more distinct identity states (often called “parts” or “alters”), together with repeated gaps in memory that are far beyond ordinary forgetting. The most common symptoms are memory gaps, “losing time”, feeling detached from yourself, hearing internal voices and sudden shifts in mood, behaviour or skills. DID is strongly linked to severe, repeated trauma in early childhood. It is real, it is more common than most people think, and it can be treated with specialised, trauma-focused psychotherapy. Dissociative…

Quick answer: Dissociative disorders are mental health conditions in which the usual connection between your memories, sense of self, emotions, body and surroundings is disrupted so strongly that it causes distress or gets in the way of daily life. The three main types are dissociative amnesia (gaps in memory), depersonalisation/derealisation disorder (feeling detached from yourself or that the world is unreal) and dissociative identity disorder (two or more distinct identity states, with memory gaps). They are most often linked to overwhelming stress or trauma, especially in childhood. They are treatable, mainly with specialised psychotherapy. Have you ever driven home and…

Last updated: 5 October 2026 · By Dr. Shruti Bhattacharya, PhD (Immunology) Schizoid personality disorder (SPD) is a psychiatric condition marked by a pervasive pattern of detachment from social relationships and limited emotional expression. Unlike people with other personality disorders, individuals with schizoid personality disorder often prefer solitary activities and demonstrate a strong disinterest in interpersonal relationships. SPD is classified within the “Cluster A” group of personality disorders, which includes other conditions such as schizotypal and paranoid personality disorders. Quick answer: schizoid personality disorder (SPD) is a long-standing pattern of detachment from relationships and a narrow range of emotional expression.…

Some people find it very easy to talk to others about things that are bothering them. Others find it easy to open a fresh page on a journal and record all their thoughts. However, there are those who cannot do either. It seems that their brain finds it hard to find a synchronization between their minds and the hand holding the pen. Practicing gratitude journaling can be a huge help to such people. In this article I will discuss the benefits of gratitude journaling. Why should you start practicing gratitude and finally how to use gratitude to boost your self…

In my previous blog posts, I have discussed what is PTSD. The signs and symptoms, how can you help someone who is suffering from the same, and finally, the self-help options for dealing with PTSD. In this blog post, I will discuss the symptoms of complex PTSD. Complex PTSD is not as widely known as PTSD. This is why I felt that there is a need to shed some light on this mental health disorder as well. Before I get into the symptoms of complex PTSD and how it differs from normal PTSD, let me give you an overview of…

There comes a point in one’s life when one contemplates going to a psychologist or a psychiatrist. This can either be because you are dealing with grief, recovering from trauma, or trying to adjust to a new job. However, once the decision to get help is made, the next step is to look for a good mental health clinic near you. Finding a mental health clinic In this article, I will discuss how to look for the best mental health care provider near your location. You can opt for a clinic away from your location. However, going to a clinic…

Transcranial magnetic stimulation or TMS is an FDA approved treatment for major depressive disorder (MDD). It works by delivering electrical impulses through coils placed on the scalp. The device sends a pulse of energy into the brain via a coil placed over the left or right side of the head. This stimulates nerve cells in the area of the brain responsible for mood regulation. TMS is also used for various mental health issues treatment. This technique is being studied for the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression and various other mental health related conditions. TMS therapy is completely noninvasive, it is…