Author: Dr. Shruti Bhattacharya

Sarah sat across from me in my therapy office, clutching a tissue and struggling to make sense of the past three years. “I thought I was losing my mind,” she whispered. “One day he’d promise me the world, the next he’d act like I didn’t exist. How did I not see the signs?” Sarah was a survivor of a psychopathic relationship. However, she is not alone. Many survivors of psychopathic relationship struggle to understand what happened to them – and more importantly, how to prevent it from happening again. Understanding Psychopathic Relationship and Their Impacts When Emma first met James…

Dating can be challenging enough without the added risk of encountering someone with psychopathic traits. Psychopathy, a personality disorder characterized by a lack of empathy, antisocial behavior, and egocentricity, can profoundly affect personal relationships. This post aims to guide you in recognizing the signs of dating a psychopath and understanding how to safely navigate or exit these relationships. What Is Psychopathy? Psychopathy is defined as a personality disorder marked by traits like superficial charm, a lack of empathy, impulsivity, and manipulative tendencies. Those with psychopathic traits may be challenging to identify initially, as they often mask their intentions with charm…

In 2012, a revolutionary study discovered that around 1% of the general population demonstrates psychopathic tendencies. This figure may appear insignificant, but it applies to millions of people globally. Whether it’s the charming coworker who always appears to manipulate their way to the top or the neighbor who exhibits a disturbing lack of empathy, the characteristics associated with psychopathy may be closer than we realize. Understanding how to detect and measure these characteristics with psychopathy tests is critical for those working in psychology, criminal justice, and other fields. In this blog post, we’ll look into the interesting realm of psychopathy…

Suppose you are sitting at your workplace, ready to start a project. However, you are constantly distracted by the notifications on your phone, the office noises, the noise from the street, etc. Focusing on work becomes very difficult under such circumstances since many things pull your focus at once. One thing I can assure you is that you are not alone in this problem. Psychological studies have shown that the attention span of an average person has reduced in the information era because of the large influx of distractions and information. A study conducted by Microsoft observed that the attention…

The inclination to overly scrutinize and concentrate on thoughts, decisions, and events is a cognitive pattern that people tend to overanalyze. Repeatedly examining past occurrences, making predictions about future outcomes, and taking into consideration several hypothetical situations are common components of this process. It is normal to engage in some amount of analysis, and it can be beneficial when finding solutions to problems. However, overanalyzing can become troublesome when it results in rumination, indecision, and worry. This blog article will discuss the issue of overanalysis, to gain a knowledge of its underlying causes and give you with effective solutions that…

At times, we tend to read too much into situations. Overthinking in relationships refer to the tendency to overthink about their interactions, worries, doubt or any concerns regarding the dynamics of their relationship with a romantic partner. Most often, this tendency involves overanalysing everything. Such people tend to read too much into the social cues or text and constantly imagine negative outcomes. Though a certain degree of complication is normal, overthinking tends to go beyond the normal levels. It adds to the stress levels of the person and creates problems that were not even there. To maintain a healthy relationship,…

We live in an era of productivity. Every second person is talking about how to manage your time better. How to be more productive, get more work done faster, and be more efficient at your workplace. For this, many people rely on or take the support of productivity apps. Productivity apps are tools or software that provide a wide range of applications to the individual, for better management of their time, tasks, and projects and to communicate with collaborators. Most often, productivity apps include calendar tools, note-taking options, and task managers. These apps leverage the current technology. It helps you…

We all hit the slump from time to time. In the fast paced world of today, it is common to lose your productivity focus. However, the problem is when you are unable to get back on track after a loss of productivity. Your productivity loss can occur due to absence of motivation, distractions or unforeseen circumstances. It is life after all. There are bound to be some curveballs. However, a productivity decline can have a huge impact on your ability to maintain a balanced lifestyle. It can also make it difficult to achieve the goals that you have set for…

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…