Author: Dr. Shruti Bhattacharya

15 tips to achieving body positivity Most people in today’s world are concerned about their looks and body image. Most often these concerns have focused on the hair, skin, weight, or the size or shape of a specific body organ for part. However, currently, social media has a huge influence on one’s body image. According to social media, 10, slim and toned is the perfect body image. This is a huge cause behind the current rise in the population suffering from negative body image and eating disorders. According to social media, thin, slim and toned is the perfect body image.…

18 easy tips to cope with depression Depression is not a phase of life. It is a real problem which does not go away unless treated. Depression can drain you completely leaving your feeling fatigued and empty inside. Depression can affect you at any stage of life from the time of childhood to old age. People living with depression find it hard to muster the desire and strength to visit the therapist and fight against this problem. It is hard but not impossible to cope with depression. Taking small steps to make yourself feel better can be huge leaps in…

Art therapy can help deal with PTSD. This is from my personal experience. Read the full blog post to know more. If you are not a believer in art therapy, now is the time to change that.I can attest to the fact that art therapy can help with PTSD. When I paint, I am in a world of my own. This world has no pains, no wounds, no accident and no worries. This is my world and only colors and brushes exist in this realm of mine. When I am a part of this magical would, I can talk about…

Causes behind depression in teens and how to help them Unfortunately depression in teens is thought of as a phase of life which they will grow out of. However, this can be no further than the truth. Depression in teens is much more than just a phase. It is a real condition which can affect the teens ability to live a normal life and maintain relationships. It can also cause suicidal thoughts and behavior in the said teen. If left unresolved, it can affect the person throughout his or her life. Before we start to look into what of depression…

Let’s understand how social media affects body image Social media affects body image in a variety of ways. When we look at social media, we see these beautiful highly edited images of others. It makes us conscious about our own body image. Are we too fat? Are we too thin? How to lose weight or gain more muscle mass etc. Not only does social media affects body image, it also targets our psychological well-being and throws people into a conundrum about a specific body type, skin color and physique. With 3.6 billion users accessing social media on regular basis, social…

Can anxiety only be treated by psychiatry drugs? Is treating anxiety disorders naturally a possibility? Let’s find out. Anxiety disorders can have a huge negative impact on a person’s day to day activities and relationships. But it doesn’t have to. Treating anxiety disorders naturally is an option for those who are in the initial stages of anxiety disorders. You want to turn your life around for the better. Then the time to start is NOW. Anxiety is a part and parcel of our everyday life. Feeling a certain amount of uncertainty or unease during stressful situations like giving a presentation,…

Let’s look at the types of anxiety disorders which can interfere with your everyday life. There are mainly 6 types of anxiety disorders. In this blog post I will be characterizing each of them so you can identify if you or your loved ones are suffering from any one or multiple types of anxiety disorders. Anxiety is a part of our day to day life. Anxiety is considered as a normal response of the body in reaction to stressors. In some cases, anxiety can even be helpful as it can alert us towards any dangerous situation. However, you…

An in-depth guide to art therapy for newbies If you’re here, you have probably heard about art therapy and you want to try it out. However, you do not know where to start. If that is the case, then you have come to the right place. This is a detailed guide to art therapy. Let’s begin with a small discussion about what is art therapy. What is art therapy? In the most basic form, art therapy can be defined as a way in which one can use his or her creativity to express their emotions and work through their feelings.…

Art therapy can help war veterans get back to normal life Art therapy is known to help patients suffering from depression, post traumatic stress disorder, learning as well as eating disorders. Off late art therapy is being used to help soldiers retiring from the war zone. Military personnel often suffer from post traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injuries resulting in unresolved symptoms for a prolonged period of time. This article primarily focuses on the effects of art therapy on military servicemen who suffer from past traumatic stress disorders and comorbid brain injuries. However, to understand the effects of art…

Art therapy for pain management has the potential to reduce your experience and perception of pain. Art therapy is known to all. It is impossible to not have experienced art as a kid. All of us have probably made thousands of doodles, drawings, and paintings as a child. The experience of making or creating art was always a fun-filled and joyful experience. As is proven by the current research, art can be a powerful therapeutic tool for adults as well. From elevating stress to understanding deep-rooted emotions, the latest feather in art therapy’s cap is art therapy for pain management.…