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How Social Comparison Affects Mental Health: The Role Counselling Plays in Recovery
Scrolling through a friend’s vacation photos or a colleague’s promotion post can leave you feeling strangely deflated, even if your own life is going fine. That nagging voice asking, “Why not me?” is social comparison at work, and it quietly shapes how millions of people feel about themselves every day. Left unchecked, it can chip away at…
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Midlife Crisis: Signs, Causes, & How Therapy Can Help You Cope
You wake up one morning, and nothing feels quite right. The career you built suddenly feels hollow, your relationships feel distant, and you keep wondering, “Is this really all there is?” If this sounds familiar, you might be going through a midlife crisis. It’s more common than most people admit, and it’s not a sign…
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Can MBCT Help With Anxiety? What the Research Shows
If your mind keeps replaying worst-case scenarios long after the problem has passed, you know how draining anxiety can be. Many people try to think their way out of it, only to find the thoughts return louder. That’s why mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) has drawn attention. It combines meditation with cognitive techniques, and researchers have…
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Nightmares & Insomnia After Trauma? EMDR Therapy Can Help
Clinical contribution by Dr. R. K. Suri, Clinical Psychologist If you’ve been lying awake at 3 a.m., dreading sleep because you know what’s waiting on the other side of it, you already understand something most sleep advice misses: this isn’t ordinary insomnia. When nightmares and sleeplessness follow trauma, willpower and a better bedtime routine rarely…
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Does Dance Therapy Work? What the Research Says (2026)
Clinical contribution by Dr. R. K. Suri, Clinical Psychologist Dance therapy sounds lovely, but does it actually work? If you’re dealing with low mood, constant worry, or stress that won’t switch off, you may wonder whether moving your body can do what talking alone sometimes can’t. The short answer: dance movement therapy (DMT) shows real…
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Why Do Emotions Ruin Relationships — & How Therapy Fixes It
Ever said something in the heat of the moment that you regretted instantly? You’re not alone. Most couples don’t break up because they stopped loving each other — they break up because unmanaged emotions took over their communication. The good news is that emotional regulation in relationships is a learnable skill. This guide explains why…
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Body Image Issues: Signs, Causes & How Counselling Helps
Do you avoid mirrors, pick apart photos of yourself, or feel anxious before getting dressed? You’re not alone. Body image issues affect people of every age, gender, and body type, quietly shaping how they eat, socialise, and see themselves. The good news: a negative relationship with your body isn’t permanent. Understanding the signs of body…
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Boosting Mental Health Through Physical Wellness
In our rapidly evolving society, the deep connection between mental health and physical wellness is becoming increasingly apparent. While we often treat these aspects separately, new insights emphasize how closely they influence one another. Acknowledging and nurturing this relationship is essential for achieving overall well-being and a more fulfilling life. The Relationship Between Body and…
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Sensory Processing Disorder: Causes and Support Strategies
Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), formerly termed Sensory Integration Dysfunction, is a neurological condition that disrupts the brain’s ability to effectively interpret and respond to sensory information. Individuals experiencing Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) might perceive daily sensations—such as the feel of fabrics, ambient sounds, or specific odors—as overwhelming, perplexing, or potentially distressing. Though frequently identified during…
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Understanding Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is a behavioural condition marked by a consistent display of anger, irritability, defiance, and hostile actions, particularly directed at authority figures. What is Oppositional Defiant Disorder?In the DSM-5, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) falls within the category of disruptive, impulse-control, and conduct disorders. Children diagnosed with ODD display behaviours that are notably…
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