Hey, I want to talk to you about something important—relapse. If you’re recovering from addiction, you might worry about slipping back into old habits. That fear is normal. But here’s the truth: relapse happens to a lot of people, and it doesn’t mean you’ve failed. Addiction is a chronic brain disorder, which means it’s not […]
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Psychiatry has long wrestled with the challenge of understanding and managing persistent antisocial behavior. Over 200 years of clinical observation and research have gradually refined our understanding of what is now formally recognized as Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD) — a condition characterized by a persistent pattern of disregard for social norms, rules, and the rights
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Mental health is often framed in black-and-white terms: you either have a disorder or you don’t. It’s either a brain problem or a mind problem. Neurologic or psychiatric. But what if these binaries are holding us back? A recent article in the Journal of Neuropsychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences challenges this outdated approach and urges us
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We live in a post-truth world—a world where facts often take a backseat to personal beliefs and emotions. From WhatsApp forwards to primetime TV debates, from political propaganda to viral reels, we are flooded with information. But how much of it is true? 📌 What is “Post-Truth”? The term post-truth gained popularity when the Oxford
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Most of us are familiar with the emotional ups and downs that can accompany the menstrual cycle—irritability, moodiness, perhaps a craving for something sweet. But for some women, these symptoms go far beyond what’s considered typical. They may find themselves overwhelmed, unable to function normally, and struggling with emotions that feel like they’ve taken control.
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ഈയിടെ നടന്ന ചില അതിദാരുണമായ സംഭവങ്ങളുടെ പശ്ചാത്തലത്തിൽ സമൂഹത്തിൽ പരക്കെ ഉയരുന്ന ഒരു ചോദ്യമാണ് : 2k കിഡ്സ് എന്താണിങ്ങനെ ? ഇവരുടെ എമ്പതി ( സഹാനുഭൂതി ) എവിടെ പോയി ? ഇവർ എന്തുകൊണ്ട് ഇങ്ങനെ ക്രൂരമായി പെരുമാറുന്നു? ഈ ചോദ്യത്തെ ജീവശാസ്ത്രപരമായി ഒന്ന് വിശകലനം ചെയ്തു നോക്കാം . എന്താണ് എമ്പതി ? “മറ്റൊരു വ്യക്തിക്ക് എന്താണ് തോന്നുന്നത്,അയാൾ എന്താണ് അനുഭവിക്കുന്നത് എന്ന് സ്വയം മനസ്സിലാക്കാനുമുള്ള കഴിവ്” എന്ന് എമ്പതി അഥവാ സഹാനുഭൂതിയെ ലളിതമായ
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has made significant strides in various fields, including healthcare. Defined as “the development of computer systems capable of performing tasks that traditionally require human intelligence,” AI is now playing an increasingly crucial role in psychiatric practice. From aiding in diagnosis to symptom tracking and even psychoeducation, AI-driven tools are transforming the landscape
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MDMA, commonly known as Ecstasy, has long been associated with party culture and recreational drug use. While its risks—including severe health complications and potential abuse—are well-documented, recent research has explored its controlled use in treating psychiatric conditions like PTSD. However, this does not mean MDMA is a safe drug for casual use. So, what’s the
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The fundamental principle of any dietary regimen is to provide the essential nutrients our body requires. To achieve adequate nutrition, all nutrients must be available in the right amounts and proper ratios. The most important thing we obtain from food is energy, which is used by the body for its biological processes. Eating habits vary
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If you’ve ever thought or said any of these things, you might be struggling with binge eating or disordered eating: If any of these sound familiar, keep reading. Let’s explore what binge eating is and how you can break the cycle What Causes Binge Eating? To understand how binge eating works, let’s break it down
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