By Priyanka Joshi, Student, Banasthali Vidyapith We live in a world that worships at the altar of self-betterment. Therapy offices echo with determined declarations: “I just want to get better.” But peel back the layers, and you’ll often find something far more unsettling—not a desire to heal, but a terror of being unacceptable in one’s current […]
By Priyanka Joshi, Student, Banasthali Vidyapith Introduction: The Introspective Illusion Introspection enjoys a good reputation. It is prescribed in journals, encouraged in therapy, and idealized in culture as a source of growth. But beneath the umbrella of “knowing thyself” lurk two neural twins with opposite agendas: reflection and rumination. ➢ Reflection: The scientist—cool, evaluative, holding thoughts
By Kavya Sharma, Student, DAV College, Chandigarh As mental health challenges continue to rise globally, artificial intelligence (AI) is stepping into a space traditionally reserved for human therapists. With AI-powered therapy apps, chatbots, and even virtual counselors gaining popularity, one big question looms large: Can AI truly support mental health in meaningful ways, or are we
By Kavya Sharma, Student, DAV College, Chandigarh Introduction Have you ever wondered what truly makes psychological research strong, credible, and impactful? Is it the data, the methodology, or the statistical tools? While all of these matter, there’s one essential component that often gets less spotlight than it deserves — the literature review. A good and thorough
By Priyanka Joshi, Student, Banasthali Vidyapith The idea of machines offering emotional support is older than we think. In 1966, MIT’s Joseph Weizenbaum unveiled ELIZA,a chatbot that mimicked a Rogerian therapist by parroting users’ words back as questions. Its logic was simple: recognize keywords, assemble scripted responses. There was no understanding, no feeling behind the code.
By Kavya Sharma, Student, DAV College, Chandigarh Self-doubt is a universal experience that can hinder personal growth and professional success. Be it you, the readers, or me who writes this blog, or be it any other person irrespective of their age, all are susceptible to experiencing self-doubt at least at some point during their lifetime. It
By Kavya Sharma, Student, DAV College, Chandigarh Introduction: When everything becomes “Tauma” The word trauma used to live mainly in therapy rooms and psychology textbooks. But now? It’s everywhere. We see it in casual conversations, podcasts, social media captions, and even memes. From stressful commutes to awkward childhood moments, almost anything can now be described
By Priyanka Joshi, Student, Banasthali Vidyapith Have you ever wondered why you clicked ‘buy’ on something you didn’t need? Or why, when something goes wrong, the first words out of your mouth are “I knew that would happen”? We live in a world where everybody is trying to outrun time, constantly seeking shortcuts to get
Introduction Reaching out for research opportunities in psychology can be challenging, especially without prior connections. Whether you’re contacting academic professors or organizations in the field, a well-crafted email can effectively open doors to valuable research experience, mentorship, and career development. This guide provides a structured approach to composing professional emails for research opportunities, including practical
A strong CV is crucial when applying for psychology internships. Admissions committees need to see not just your academic credentials but also your readiness for work and professional development. Essential CV Components for Psychology Students Contact Information Education Clinical Experience List experiences in reverse chronological order: Research Experience Workshops and Training Professional Skills Organize by
