The fast pace of modern life and the often excessive pressures of work and studies can result in various mental and emotional problems. While the more obvious and well-known ones require professional treatment, there are others that may appear to be less serious but which may also lead to grave mental and physical ailments. Among…

There has been, for a very long time, a stigma associated with mental health problems. People are not ashamed of talking about their physical health issues, no matter how trivial or serious. But when it comes to mental health, in any form, it is a topic that is not only avoided, it is one that…

While we have all heard the term “autism”, not many of us are actually aware about what the condition involves. It is necessary to understand autism so that we can detect it early. Studies have shown that early intervention has an impact on managing the condition in adulthood. What Is Autism? Autism, also known as autism spectral…

Having an occasional night of bad sleep that leaves a feeling of unrest in the morning happens to nearly everyone, once in a while. The causes could be physical (indigestion for example) or mental (a bad day at work for instance). Such instances of sleeplessness usually fade away after a day or two. However, if the…

A traffic accident, whether it be big or small can be a traumatic experience. People who have a traffic accident are often sympathized with for a while and then asked to deal with it or get over it. Some do, but for many, it is always a tender subject. Common symptoms of PTSD are:- Shock…