Health Psychology

A person experiencing relaxation through Reiki or meditation as part of alternative healing practices.

Personal Experiences with Alternative Healing Practices

In recent years, millions of people have turned toward alternative healing practices to find relief beyond traditional medicine. A 2023 World Health Organization report estimated that nearly 60% of adults in developing and developed countries have tried some form of complementary therapy be it meditation, Reiki, or chiropractic care. The growing popularity shows a simple … Read more

Interviews with Counselors on Effective Therapy Methods

Across the world, therapy has become more than just a treatment it’s a lifeline. Millions of people turn to counselors every day to find balance, recover from trauma, or simply make sense of life’s challenges. But what actually makes therapy work? To answer that, we spoke with several professional counselors who shared their thoughts on … Read more

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The Psychology of Employee Engagement and Workplace Motivation

Employee engagement isn’t just a corporate trend it’s a psychological necessity. According to Gallup’s 2024 global workplace report, only 23% of employees worldwide feel truly engaged at work. That means nearly eight out of ten people show up each day without emotional connection, passion, or purpose. From a psychological perspective, this isn’t simply a productivity … Read more

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Overcoming Grief: Real-Life Stories of Healing and Hope

Grief is one of the most powerful emotions a human being can feel. It’s not just sadness , it’s a mixture of longing, confusion, guilt, and love all tangled together. According to the World Health Organization, over 280 million people worldwide experience major depressive symptoms following a loss, whether of a loved one, a relationship, … Read more

A person practicing mindfulness meditation as part of mindfulness-based stress reduction

Personal Experiences with Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction: Real Stories and Insights

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) has gained global attention as one of the most widely practiced and researched approaches to stress management. First developed by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn at the University of Massachusetts Medical School in 1979, MBSR is an eight-week structured program that combines meditation, gentle yoga, and awareness practices to help people cope with … Read more

Veteran sharing PTSD experiences during an interview with a psychologist

Interviews with Veterans on Coping with PTSD and Healing Strategies

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is one of the most common and challenging mental health issues faced by military veterans. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, around 11–20% of veterans who served in Iraq and Afghanistan report symptoms of PTSD each year. For veterans from earlier conflicts like Vietnam, studies show rates as high … Read more

A professional reflecting on personal stories of overcoming burnout and recovery.

Personal Stories of Overcoming Burnout and Finding Balance

Burnout is no longer just a buzzword. The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes it as a workplace phenomenon linked to chronic stress. According to a 2023 survey by Deloitte, nearly 77% of professionals reported experiencing burnout at their job at least once. In South Asia, where cultural expectations and family responsibilities often add extra weight, … Read more