Perfectionism is often praised as the key to success, but psychology tells a different story. The relentless pursuit of perfection can quietly become a risk factor for anxiety, depression, OCD, and other mental health challenges. True growth does not come from chasing perfection—it comes from embracing progress, balance, and self-acceptance. https://www.psychologs.com/perfectionism-as-a-transdiagnostic-risk-factor/ #psychology

Depression treatments often take weeks to work—and for many people, they don’t work at all. But a once-controversial drug is changing the conversation in psychiatry. Ketamine therapy is emerging as a promising option for treatment-resistant depression, offering relief within hours by targeting the brain’s glutamate system and promoting neuroplasticity. A quick thread on how this therapy is reshaping mental health care. https://www.psychologs.com/ketamine-therapy-a-new-hope-for-depression/ #depression

Resilience is rooted in the brain. Strong regulation between the Prefrontal Cortex and Amygdala helps manage stress, recover faster, and maintain emotional balance under pressure. https://www.instagram.com/p/DV2n8vAlIOV/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== #psychology

Panic buying of LPG cylinders and induction stoves has been reported across several parts of India amid concerns over the ongoing Middle East conflict. However, the Centre and major fuel providers, including Hindustan Petroleum, have clarified that India currently has sufficient LPG stock and there is no immediate risk of shortage or price hike. Authorities have also warned against black marketing and spreading misinformation, while the Ministry of Home Affairs has set up 24×7 monitoring of news related to LPG and petroleum to prevent panic. Is the panic justified, or is it driven by misinformation? https://www.psychologs.com/lpg-cylinders-shortage-panic-among-people/ #Lpg gas

Prioritng sleep nurtures mental clarity, emotional stability, and overall psychological health. 🧠💤 #sleep

The Supreme Court of India has permitted the withdrawal of life support for Harish Rana, a 32-year-old man who had remained in a vegetative state since a severe brain injury in 2013. In the judgment, J. B. Pardiwala emphasised that when the possibility of recovery is extremely low, the state’s interest in preserving life must give way to the individual’s dignity. The ruling reinforces the importance of a patient’s right to a dignified death, prioritising the patient’s best interests in end-of-life decisions. https://www.psychologs.com/supreme-court-milestone-judgement-right-to-dignified-death/ #death

Synaptic pruning is the brain’s way of becoming more efficient 🧠—strengthening frequently used neural pathways while removing weaker ones, especially during adolescence. When this process becomes excessive, it may disrupt key neural circuits, as seen in conditions like Schizophrenia. Follow for more psychology and neuroscience insights. https://www.instagram.com/p/DVx2kzOGvx_/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== #psychology

Remembering Jean-Gabriel Tarde on his birth anniversary. 🧠 Tarde believed society grows from everyday psychological interactions between individuals. His ideas on imitation and innovation shaped early Social Psychology and influenced modern studies of social influence and cultural change. https://www.instagram.com/p/DVxpb3QmEPO/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== #psy #psychology