Author: Dr. Shruti Bhattacharya

Having a good night’s sleep is equally important as exercising regularly and maintaining a healthy diet. Research has shown that people who have poor sleep quality suffer negative effects on their hormones, brain function, and exercise performance. Lack of sleep can also cause an increased risk of diseases and weight gain in children and adults. In contrast, if you get a good night’s sleep, you will eat less, be healthier, exercise better, and deal with the everyday stressors more efficiently. In the last few decades, sleep quality and quantity have declined severely. Most people are used to getting a poor…

Have you ever found yourself replaying old arguments, feeling the same anger and sadness all over again? Resentment traps us in the past and steals our peace today. But letting go is possible—and psychology shows us how. If you cannot remember the last time you felt overwhelming gratitude, freedom, and happiness, it may be because you’re holding onto resentment. Though letting go is easier said than done, in this post, I’ll share 7 psychology-backed techniques that will help you release resentment and create a happier, more positive future. If you are interested in reading more about mental health tips and…

Yes, you read that right. Postpartum depression for men is a real thing. But in depression does not only affect new mothers, it affects new fathers as well. In this blog post, I will discuss postpartum depression for men and how to deal with it. If you would like to have regular mental health tips delivered to your inbox, please subscribe to the blog. What is postpartum depression? Postpartum depression is described as an episode in the spectrum of major depressive disorder (MDD). This occurs in the father once the child is born. Most often, postpartum depression is reported in…

In my previous post, I discussed 16 signs that you are in a toxic relationship. In this post, I will discuss how to leave a toxic relationship and experience freedom and better mental health. Relationships are a two-way street. It cannot carry on only on the basis of one person. Relationships require contribution, sacrifices, commitment from both parties involved. In case one person starts to feel trapped in the relationship, loses the trust, is depressed, listless or heartbroken, this indicates that the person is stuck in a toxic relationship. The effects of a toxic relationship can be very crippling to…

In this article, I will discuss the signs of anxiety disorder and what you can do about it. Everyone feels anxious at some point. However, just feeling anxious cannot be classified as a sign of anxiety disorder. The signs of an anxiety disorder include constant, excessive, and intense worry about situations that take place in the daily life of a person leading to difficulties in managing everyday chores, life, and relationships. According to the American Psychiatric Association, anxiety disorders occupy the maximum percentage of mental disorders in the US. It is estimated that almost 34% of the American population experience…

Quick answer: You may be being manipulated if you often feel guilty, confused, afraid or “in the wrong” around someone, if their kindness always comes with strings attached, and if saying no leads to sulking, anger or pressure. One sign on its own does not prove manipulation. What matters is a repeated pattern that leaves you doubting yourself while the other person gets their way. The most protective steps are to slow down, say no simply, set clear boundaries, check your perceptions with people you trust and, if there is fear or control, get support and plan for your safety.…

Ended relationships hurt, but it does not have to be the end. Surviving through an ended relationship is not easy. It is even harder if you still love the person. Even though heartbreak may feel like the world is ending, the positive point is that the pain does not last till the end of time. This pain also will not keep you from experiencing love again. Relationships end Sometimes it happens due to the fault of a partner involved, sometimes it happens by mutual agreement of both partners. Ended relationships bring along with them, a lot of pain, heartbreak and…

Do you think you or your partner has commitment issues? 13 signs and how to deal with them Fear of commitment or commitment issues as it is commonly referred to as is most often is used in reference to romantic relationships. However, a person who has commitment issues will find it hard to commit in other areas of life as well. Individuals with commitment issues undergo a lot of emotional difficulties whenever it is required of them to commit and dedicate themselves to a specific long-term goal. This individual’s fear of commitment eventually leads to the development of anxiety as…

Quick answer: “Repressed childhood trauma” usually describes painful childhood experiences that still shape how you feel and react as an adult, even if you rarely think about them. Common signs include strong reactions to certain people, places or smells, sudden mood shifts, fear of abandonment, anxiety, exhaustion and repeating old relationship patterns. Scientists still debate whether trauma memories can be truly “repressed”, and no checklist can prove that something happened — but the effects of childhood adversity are real, and they can heal with the right support. Have you ever reacted to a situation in a way that others found…

Sandplay therapy can help patients suffering from trauma issues Sandplay therapy or sand tray therapy refers to the therapeutic approach that uses sand to help those who suffer from trauma issues like PTSD, a traumatic past or a catastrophic incident that occurred in the past. Earlier the sand tray therapy was only used to help children. However, nowadays sand tray therapy is used to help adults as well as the children. What is sandplay therapy? Sand play or sand tray therapy is a therapeutic intervention which focuses on using a non verbal intervention to help the patients deal with their…