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14

Mar

Eating Disorder

Dr. R. K. SURI Clinical Psychologist

Why Do Eating Disorders Develop—How Can Online Counselling Help You Recover?

Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions that affect a person’s relationship with food, body image, and emotional wellbeing. Many individuals silently struggle with unhealthy eating patterns, extreme dieting, binge eating, or obsessive thoughts about weight and appearance. These challenges are often linked to deeper psychological concerns such as stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and depression.…
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5

Feb

Evidence-based therapy

Dr. R. K. SURI Clinical Psychologist

Emotions Trapped in the Body? How Dance Therapy Helps Release What Words Cannot

Have you ever felt a tight chest after holding back tears, stiff shoulders after weeks of stress, or unexplained fatigue during emotionally difficult phases of life? These sensations are not random. Modern psychology and somatic science increasingly confirm that emotions trapped in the body can quietly influence our mental health, self-esteem, and even body image.…
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14

Nov

PCOS

Dr. R. K. SURI Clinical Psychologist

How Counselling Helps Women Cope With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common yet misunderstood hormonal disorders affecting women, particularly during reproductive years. While PCOS is widely recognised for its physical symptoms—irregular periods, weight gain, acne, excessive hair growth, or fertility challenges—its emotional and psychological effects are equally significant but often overlooked. Counselling, both in-person and online, has…
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14

Aug

Mental health

Dr. R. K. SURI Clinical Psychologist

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatment

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Disease (PCOS)—also referred to as polycystic ovarian disease—is one of the most common endocrine and metabolic disorders among reproductive‑age individuals. Globally, it affects an estimated 6–13% of this population, with up to 70% remaining undiagnosed. The syndrome is characterized by three primary features: hyperandrogenism (elevated male hormones), ovarian dysfunction (irregular or absent…
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9

Jul

Mental health

Dr. R. K. SURI Clinical Psychologist

Body Image: Embrace Yourself & Cultivate Self-Love

Body image refers to an individual’s thoughts, feelings, and opinions about their physical appearance. It is a complex concept influenced by social interactions, media representations, cultural influences, and individual experiences. A person’s body image can be positive (body satisfaction) or negative (body dissatisfaction), and it significantly affects one’s general well-being, self-esteem, and mental health. The…
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27

Jun

Eating Disorder

Dr. R. K. SURI Clinical Psychologist

Understanding Eating Disorders

Eating disorders are intricate mental health conditions characterised by unhealthy attitudes toward food, body image, and self-esteem. They can affect individuals of all ages, genders, and backgrounds, leading to serious physical and psychological consequences if left untreated. This article delves into the causes, types, signs and symptoms, psychological factors, myths and facts, and treatment options…
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2

Apr

Mental health

Dr. R. K. SURI Clinical Psychologist

Depression Behind Likes: Fallout from Unrealistic Beauty

Social media has become an integral part of our daily lives, shaping how we communicate, perceive the world, and even see ourselves. While it offers a platform for self-expression and connection, it also plays a significant role in fostering unrealistic beauty standards and a toxic comparison culture. The constant exposure to idealized images can have…
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