Parita Sharma
OCD
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) as per the DSM-5 is characterized by the presence of obsessions, compulsions, or both. Obsessions are...
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Parita Sharma
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Your Identity Is Found Within: An Exploration of True Self
In a world that often encourages us to define ourselves through external markers—our names, titles, appearances, achievements, and...
Parita Sharma
4 min read
Shades of Sorry: The Subtle Language of Apology
"Sorry" is one of the most commonly used words in the English language. On the surface, it seems simple—a way to express regret or ask...
Parita Sharma
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The Courage to Persevere: Lessons from Water
As a psychologist, I often find myself drawing from the natural world to offer insights and inspiration to those seeking to navigate the...
Parita Sharma
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The Art of Listening:
When Conversations Are About Being Heard, Not Understood "Don't judge a book by its cover." It's a saying we've all heard countless...
Parita Sharma
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Practicing Detachment
Detachment and indifference are terms often used to describe states of emotional disengagement, but they carry distinct meanings and...
Parita Sharma
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Your Focus Tells Your Tale: Solution or Excuse
If a child doesn’t do it, probably the child doesn’t know how to do it and "If an adult doesn’t do it, then definitely the adult doesn’t...
Parita Sharma
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Love vs. Illusion: Understanding the Difference
Love is a profound and multi-faceted emotion that can be life-changing, but it is often confused with illusions that mimic its...
Parita Sharma
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Unveiling Narcissism
Understanding Narcissism: Mild, Moderate, and Severe Levels, with Case Studies, Impact on Survivors, and Strategies for Dealing...
Parita Sharma
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“Perfect is the enemy of good”
Embracing Imperfection for Progress In our pursuit of excellence, we often stumble upon the realization that "perfect is the enemy of...
Parita Sharma
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Internal Empowerment: Meeting Expectations Without External Dependency
In a world where we are constantly interacting with others and influenced by external events, it's easy to place our hopes and dreams in...
Parita Sharma
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Predicting the Future:
Prevention vs. Preparation in Personal and Professional Life In an ever-evolving world, the desire to predict the future is a common...
Parita Sharma
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Understanding Freud's Quote:
Diagnosing Yourself and the Importance of Your Social Environment Sigmund Freud, the father of psychoanalysis, is often quoted with the...
Parita Sharma
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When You Can’t Swim, Float:
Embracing the Art of Resilience Life often throws us into deep waters, and in those moments, our ability to swim can mean the difference...
Parita Sharma
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Balancing Act: Prioritizing Relationships Over Being Right
When navigating the delicate balance between asserting your point and preserving a relationship, the latter often takes precedence. While...
Parita Sharma
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"Ego-syntonic" and "ego-dystonic"
"Ego-syntonic" and "ego-dystonic" are terms used in psychology to describe aspects of a person's thoughts, impulses, attitudes, and...
Parita Sharma
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"Understanding Boundaries and Engagement in Relationships: From Involvement to Intrusion"
When discussing the terms "involve," "intervention," "interfere," "intrude," and "inquisitive" within the context of relationships, the...
Parita Sharma
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Therapy Skills Overview
The list provides several key skills that are crucial for effective therapeutic interviewing. Reflection: This involves the therapist...
Parita Sharma
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Mental State Examination (MSE) & Sign and Symptoms
The Mental State Examination (MSE) in psychology is a structured way of observing and describing a patient's current state of mind, under...
Parita Sharma
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Dopamine - Your “feel good hormone”
Dopamine, often dubbed the "feel-good" neurotransmitter, plays a crucial role in our brain's reward system. It's a chemical messenger...
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