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The simplest definition of emotionally abusive behavior is anything that hurts the feelings of another person. Emotional abuse is often overlooked, unnoticed or confused with other causes. The effects of emotional abuse are often silent. They can be just as severe as those from physical abuse. Victims of emotional abuse tend to blame themselves and […]
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Category: Mental Wellness
Read about what the experts have to say about mental health.
Internet addiction among children is a growing concern. Today children ages 8 to18 are spending an average of 44.5 hours per week in front of screens. Due to which parents are increasingly concerned that screen time is robbing them of the real word experiences. Beyond gaming, kids are filling their free time with other internet […]
Read MoreSuicide is a major public health concern. Every year around the world more than 8,00,000 people commit suicide. Suicide is the second leading cause of death between 15 to 24 year olds. Whether or not Suicide is preventable is a topic of discussion, with recent research suggesting that familiarizing oneself with the risk factors for […]
Read MoreTeens & their relationships
April 20, 2016 Shobhika Jaju Mental Health, Mental Wellness Adolescent Relationships, Mental Wellness, Teens
Teenage or adolescence is an age marked by not only rampant hormonal and physical changes but also by intense emotional upheavals. The way a parent deals with their children in their teens can make or break the parent – child relationship for decades to come. Many a time, parents make the fatal mistake of trying […]
Read MoreHello Folks! On March 16th, 2016, we completed 6 months of our existence. As the founder of Silver Linings: Guidance & Counselling Centre, I couldn’t be happier & more proud to share with you our journey over the past 6 months which wouldn’t have been possible without our supporters, clients & workshop participants. In the […]
Read MoreImage Source: Freeimages.com The holiday season has arrived with a bang and it is time to let your guard down and enjoy the festivity in the air. There are moments, however, when the endless parties, dinners & festivals, can overwhelm us and give rise to unnecessary stress and anxiety. This party season, resolve to enjoy […]
Read MoreMental Health = Wealth
October 7, 2015 Shobhika Jaju Mental Health, Mental Wellness importance of mental health, Mental Health, Mind care
Research suggests that every 1 in 4 females and every 1 in 8 males will suffer from severe depression at some point in their lives. Moreover, around 20 percent of the world’s children and adolescents are estimated to be suffering from mental disorders. Why am I talking about these statistics? Mental health care is a […]
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