Author: Dr. Shruti Bhattacharya

The human mind has a continuous barrage of various thoughts and worries in today’s society. Their primary traits are rapid pace and complexity. An individual is said to be engaging in overthinking when they focus an inordinate amount of their attention on a specific thought, idea, or problem. Overthinking can become problematic when it leads to excessive rumination, negative thought loops, and increased levels of stress and anxiety. It is natural for people to reflect on their experiences and anticipate future actions. However, it can become especially troublesome when it leads to these negative thought cycles. However, thought blocking is…

A common and frequently crippling mental illness is generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). It is characterized by excessive, unmanageable, and persistent worry over a variety of life issues, including employment, health, and daily routines. Many physical and psychological symptoms, such as restlessness, exhaustion, trouble concentrating, irritability, tense muscles, and disturbed sleep, are frequently experienced by people with GAD. In contrast to transient anxiety, GAD is characterized by excessive and persistent worry, which can substantially impair day-to-day functioning and overall quality of life. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 3.6% of people worldwide suffer from GAD. This makes it one of…

The idea of perfectionism is pervasive in today’s high-stress environment, looming huge over people who are trying to live up to perfect standards in various areas of their lives. Perfectionism is characterized by the unrelenting quest for perfection and the imposition of unreasonably high-performance standards. It is a complex phenomenon that affects both the personal and professional spheres. How perfection give rise to perfectionism? Fundamentally, perfectionism is defined by an unyielding pursuit of perfection and an intolerance for anything less than ideal results. People who have this mentality frequently hold themselves to impossible standards. This is because they are constantly…

An individual’s processing and retention of information is greatly influenced by their visual learning style. To maximize understanding and retention in today’s professional and educational settings, it is essential to cater to visual learners. Improving learning outcomes and overall comprehension can be achieved by recognizing the significance of visual learning styles and applying tactics. This article will explain visual learning style. I will also discuss their relevance in the classroom and beyond, and provide practical advice for improving visual learning. Visual Learning Style The term “visual learning style” describes a person’s inclination to retain more information when presented with visual…

In this blog, I have previously discussed many forms of mood disorders. Most of these are a result of unsavory circumstances leading to a chemical imbalance in the brain of the victim. However postpartum depression (PPD) involves bringing a child into this world. This is a type of mood disorder that affects new mothers. It usually occurs within weeks to months after the delivery of the child. This mood disorder is characterized by sudden feelings of anxiety, sadness, and severe exhaustion that starts to interfere with their everyday functioning. Post-partum depression is much more severe and long-lasting that a case of…

In some of my previous blog posts, I have discussed how journaling can be a positive influence on your mental health and overall life. Journaling is one of the most powerful tools in the arsenal of personal growth and self-reflection. Journaling goes much beyond simply writing down your day-to-day activities. It is a transcending and transforming experience that allows you to understand yourself better and navigate the complexities of life. Whether it is fingers on a keyboard or pen to paper, research has shown that journaling helps reduce stress, improves one’s well-being, and finally enhances one’s emotional intelligence. The use of daily…

When we are in pain, all we want is for the pain to be gone. But when we suffer from acute pain over the long term, painkillers like opioids become our best friend. Unfortunately in some cases, even after the pain is gone, the person keeps using the opioids. This is what gives rise to opioid addiction. Medically, opioid addiction or opioid use disorder (OUD) is defined by the presence of chronic and relapsing substance abuse behavior. This in turn leads to a variety of psychological, social, and physical consequences. The opioid addiction epidemic has reached an unprecedented proportion in…

ADHD or Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity disorder is known as a neurodevelopmental disorder. This is primarily characterised by the presence of hyperactivity, inattention impulsivity patterns and has an enormous negative impact on the daily functioning of the individual. They have immense difficulties in maintaining their focus and attention towards the task at hand. They also have problems with impulse control. Their absence of impulse control leads to shopping sprees, impulsive decision-making, and other impulse-based actions. ADHD can manifest at any age. It may start showing symptoms during childhood or become visible during adulthood stages. The question this blog aims to address…

Living in a world where you don’t experience anxiety is an impossible situation. Most of us go through some form of anxiety at some point in our lives. It is a part and parcel of handling stress regularly. However, some forms of anxiety can be more debilitating than others. One of these is the generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). GAD is a pretty pervasive and common mental health condition that is characterized by the presence of constant and excess worry over every aspect of one’s life; whether this aspect can be controlled or not. Those who suffer from generalized anxiety disorder…

It is time that mental health moves out of the shadows and into the light. We are all struggling. Plastering a smile on your face and saying “everything is alright’ ‘is okay for assuring your loved ones. However, lying to yourself is not a solution. You deserve better and you should be able to reach out and get it. This has made it essential that the need for mental health help is brought forward and into the light. Thus it has become crucial that the stigma about general counseling is removed as soon as possible. The General Counseling stigma Even…