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AI Companions vs. Real Friends: Why Lonely Teens Are Turning to Chatbots

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Artificial Intelligence is changing the way we learn, work, and communicate. Today, many teenagers are also using AI chatbots as companions to talk about their feelings, seek advice, or simply feel less alone. While AI can provide comfort and support, it cannot replace the emotional depth and growth that comes from real human relationships. At …

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Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) in Children: Understanding the Warning Signs

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Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) in Children: When Is It More Than Just Stubbornness? Every child argues, throws tantrums, or refuses to follow instructions from time to time. However, when these behaviours become frequent, intense, and start affecting school, family life, and friendships, it may be more than a normal phase. One possible reason is Oppositional …

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Gender Dysphoria Certification in India: A Compassionate & Clinical Guide | Mindwise Clinic Lucknow

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Understanding Gender Dysphoria Certification in India Navigating gender identity and formal gender affirmation is a deeply personal, meaningful journey. For many individuals seeking Gender Affirmative Hormone Therapy (GAHT), Sex Reassignment Surgery (SRS) / Gender Affirming Surgery (GAS), or updating legal identification documents, obtaining a Gender Dysphoria Certificate (historically referred to as a Gender Identity Disorder …

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Anxiety Disorder and Overthinking: When Your Mind Refuses to Switch Off

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“What if something goes wrong?” “Did I make the right decision?” “What if people judge me?” “Why can’t I stop thinking?” If these thoughts keep repeating in your mind every day, you are not alone. While everyone worries occasionally, constant overthinking combined with anxiety can become a mental health condition that affects work, relationships, sleep, …

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Health OCD: When Fear of Disease Takes Over Your Life – A Psychiatrist Explains

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“Doctor, I know my reports are normal… but I still feel like something is seriously wrong.” “I keep checking my body for lumps.” “Every headache makes me think I have a brain tumour.” “I spend hours searching symptoms on Google.” “Even after multiple doctors tell me I’m healthy, I still don’t feel reassured.” If these …

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Why Cannabis and MDMA Use Is Increasing Among Teenagers: A Psychiatrist Explains What Every Parent Should Know

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Teenage substance use is no longer limited to cigarettes and alcohol. Across India and around the world, psychiatrists are seeing a concerning rise in the use of cannabis (marijuana, weed, hashish) and MDMA (Ecstasy or Molly) among adolescents. Many teenagers believe these substances are harmless, socially acceptable, or simply a way to “have fun.” Unfortunately, …

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My Child Is Going Out with Bad People and Does Not Listen to Us as Parents: A Psychiatrist’s Guide to Understanding, Helping, and Rebuilding Trust

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My Child Is Going Out with Bad People and Does Not Listen to Us as Parents Watching your child slowly drift away from family values can be one of the most painful experiences for any parent. Many parents come to us saying, “Doctor, our child has changed completely. They are going out with people we …

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She Handles Everything… But Who Notices Her Mental Exhaustion?

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Mental Health Awareness in Lucknow’s Working Women At 6:00 AM, she is already awake. Packing lunch. Checking school bags. Replying to office messages. Managing home responsibilities. Remembering everyone’s needs before her own. Then she goes to work smiling as if everything is perfectly under control. And by night? She is emotionally exhausted — but still …

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Mental Health Challenges Faced by UPSC & Government Exam Aspirants in Lucknow

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The Silent Psychological Battle Behind Competitive Exams Every year, thousands of students in Lucknow prepare for highly competitive examinations like: UPSC PCS SSC Banking Railways NEET JEE Defence services Libraries remain full from morning till late night. Coaching centers are crowded. Social media constantly glorifies “hard work,” “discipline,” and “success stories.” But behind this intense …

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Dr. Parul Prasad is the medical director of the MindWise clinic. Her goal is to treat with minimal medication and maximum care. She deals with all ages from children, adolescents, and geriatric patients. She believes in constant learning that integrates the biological; psychological;  emotional and social well-being of the individual. She is expertise in treating child guidance, counselling,  and life skills

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