Vasudha Iyengar
How Is Your Insecurity Affecting Your Social Media Behaviour?
Insecurity significantly affects our social media behaviour. But how exactly?
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what does psych et al mean?
Psych et al. stems from the combination of two words "psych" and "et al". Psych is the shorthand for Psychology while "et al" is a term used when citing research literature and is Latin for 'and others'. The aim of Psych et al., is to bring forth the psychological concepts that are hidden in plain sight and of course, do our part in trying to challenge the still-existing stigma around Psychology.
Maragatha Vadivu
Sep 146 min read
How Can We Improve Our Gut Feelings?
We often have gut feelings. But they are not always right. So how can we improve making decisions based on our gut feelings?    Â
Vasudha Iyengar
Jul 249 min read
What Is The Psychology Behind Dating Apps?
Curious to learn what goes on behind dating apps? Allow us to break it down through the lens of psychology.
Vasudha Iyengar
May 317 min read
What Really Shapes Your Voting Decision?
Is your vote purely rational, or are hidden factors shaping your voting decisions?
Maragatha Vadivu
May 177 min read
Do We Grieve the Same?
Grief is an inevitable part of our lives and can be overwhelming when we experience it. So how can we cope with it? We all have...
Vasudha Iyengar
Feb 285 min read
Reduce Your Phone Addiction: Here’s How
Do you feel like your phone is controlling you? Try these practical steps to reduce phone addiction.
Vasudha Iyengar
Feb 127 min read
Is Research Free From Bias?
Scientific research isn't immune to bias - here are 5 common ones to watch out for. Haven’t we all come across headlines like these? “New...
Vasudha Iyengar
Jan 194 min read
7 Psychology YouTube Channels You Must Subscribe
Here are our picks for the best psychology YouTube channels that you need to subscribe to.Â
Vasudha Iyengar
Jan 126 min read
4 Ways To Cope With Layoffs and Job Loss
Were you or someone you know let go of their job? Here are four steps to cope with layoffs.
Maragatha Vadivu
Jan 114 min read
The 5 Types of Self-Care and Why Is It Important?
Self-care is important. But do we truly understand its effect on our well-being?
Vasudha Iyengar
Dec 20, 20237 min read
Decoding Emotional Eating: 4 Reasons Why Food Comforts You
Emotional eating can be comforting in the short term, but why do we turn to food for solace in the first place?
Maragatha Vadivu
Dec 13, 20234 min read
4 Ways Meditation Benefits Our Well-Being
From Rishis and Saints to many Gen Zs, meditation is considered an integral part of enlightenment. But how does it affect us?
Vasudha Iyengar
Nov 21, 20236 min read
Can Clothes Influence Your Behaviour and Thoughts?
Clothes not only reflect your style but are a powerful tool that can influence your thoughts and behaviour. But how?
Maragatha Vadivu
Oct 24, 20234 min read
7 Ways to Find the Right Therapist
When seeking the right therapist for our mental health, what are the most important things to keep in mind?
Vasudha Iyengar
Oct 10, 20238 min read
Here Are Two Ways News Psychologically Impacts You
In addition to keeping you informed of current affairs, the news psychologically affects your emotions and behaviour.
Maragatha Vadivu
Oct 3, 20236 min read
Signs You Are a Workaholic and How to Avoid Being One
Being a workaholic can have adverse effects on your well-being. So what can you do to avoid becoming one?
Vasudha Iyengar
Sep 12, 20236 min read
7 Psychology TED Talks You Must Watch
Want to gain valuable insights into psychology from the leading experts? Explore our selection of the best psychology TED talks to expand...
Maragatha Vadivu
Sep 5, 20239 min read
Pop Psychology: What Is It & How Does It Affect Us?
With an increasing amount of pop psychology content out there, can we trust all information we come across to be accurate?
Vasudha Iyengar
Aug 15, 202311 min read
10 Signs That You Are In A Toxic Workplace
Does going to work make you feel dread, stressed or anxious? Chances are you are in a toxic workplace.
Maragatha Vadivu
Aug 8, 20235 min read
The Importance of Workouts and 4 Ways to Be More Active
Its common knowledge that physical activity improves our physical health. But to what extent does it affect our mental health?
Vasudha Iyengar
Aug 1, 20238 min read
How Can You Diet Better?
Diets appear to be a promising means of achieving a healthy lifestyle. Yet many of us struggle to diet. This presents the question of how ca
Maragatha Vadivu
Jul 25, 20236 min read
Is Helicopter Parenting Counterproductive to the Development of Children?
We have often heard the term helicopter parenting. But what is it and how does it impact the development of children?
Team Psych et al
Jul 18, 20235 min read
One Year Of Psych et al
The founders of Psych et al reflect back on the year that has passed and talk about their outlook for the upcoming year.
Vasudha Iyengar
Jul 11, 20238 min read
Why Do You Experience Imposter Syndrome?
Feeling like an imposter may be exhausting and have an impact on many aspects of our lives. But what causes imposter syndrome and what can y
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