When Does a Behavior Become a Disorder? Understanding the 4 D’s to Psychological Challenges
Hello my lovely Luminer! I have often observed terms like OCD, depression, and ADHD being used casually on the internet and in social gatherings, often in humor. This creates a mixed bag of conflicts within me. On one hand, I feel happy about the growing awareness of mental health issues in India. On the other […]
Who heals the healer? Mental health challenges for young Psychologists
Hello my lovely Luminer! Imagine stepping into a field where you’re expected to heal others’ emotional wounds while barely knowing how to process your own. That’s the reality for many young psychologists, or what I like to call “baby psychologists,” freshly stepping out of their Master’s programs and into the emotionally demanding world of mental […]
How to Stop Googling Symptoms? Understanding Health Anxiety
Hello my lovely Luminer! Do you remember Daijaan (Khaala) from Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham? She was the ever-loving, ever-worried figure who would panic at the tiniest sign of discomfort. “Mujhe lagta hai mujhe kuch hone waala hai,” she’d say, clutching her chest dramatically. While everyone around her laughed it off, what if this constant worry […]
Is Vaping Better for Your Brain Than Smoking—Or Are You Just a Lab Rat?
Hello my Lovely Luminer! Let’s talk about something we don’t think about enough—vaping and how it messes with (or helps?) our minds. Sure, vaping feels like a modern, sleek alternative to smoking, but is it really better? And more importantly, what’s going on in our brains when we inhale that fancy mango-flavored mist? Let’s break […]
Goodbye, 2024: A Psychologist’s Guide to Reflect, Reset, and Recharge for the New Year
As we wrap up 2024, let’s ditch the pressure to declare the year either a triumph or a disaster. Life is a blend of highs and lows, and the end of the year is an opportunity to pause, reflect, and step into 2025 with clarity and intention. This blog is your guide to evaluating the […]
When Sri Ram Returns, the True Light Returns: The truth behind Diwali
As Diwali draws near, we prepare to light up our homes and celebrate the return of Sri Ram to Ayodhya, a moment that dispelled years of darkness. But what if the real darkness isn’t outside us but within? What if, instead of diyas, what we truly need is the light of self-awareness and understanding? In […]
Clinical VS Counselling Psychologist: The Difference
JUST LIKE VEGETABLE BIRYANI & PULAO AREN’T THE SAME, NEITHER ARE CLINICAL & COUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGISTS. SURPRISED? WE THOUGHT SO! While both Clinical Psychologists and Counselling Psychologists work in the field of mental health, their roles, approaches, and areas of expertise are distinct. Clinical psychologists assess, diagnose, and treat mental health disorders using psychotherapy and evidence-based […]
