Nursing students begin caring for patients long before they qualify. During clinical postings they meet illness, pain and death, work long shifts and are assessed at the same time, and many of them do this while their own sleep, meals and rest are pushed aside. Mindful self-care, which joins everyday self-care behaviour with an attentive awareness of one's own needs, has been proposed as one...
Psychological stress among young adults has become an increasing concern in academic settings, influenced by academic demands, emotional challenges, and individual coping capacities. Mindfulness plays a significant role in shaping emotional regulation and stress perception. The present study explores differences in mindfulness, perceived stress, and emotional regulation among psychology and...
This paper examines the theoretical and practical dialogue between Western psychoanalysis and Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), arguing for a complementary, culturally attuned psychology. It maps core psychoanalytic constructs; unconscious processes, repression, ego dynamics, and the therapeutic role of narrative, onto IKS concepts such as citta , samskara , ahamkara , and avidya . While...
The aim of the study is to explore the benefits of Smriti Meditation practice as a relaxation measure. Meditation is widely recognized as an effective practice for stress reduction and promoting mental well-being. Tracing its roots back to several millennia, meditation has evolved into numerous types and the users have adopted diverse techniques based on personal preference. Smriti Meditation...
The increasing prevalence of smartphone use among young adults has raised concerns about its potential impact on mental health, making it crucial to understand the underlying psychological factors that contribute to problematic smartphone use (PSU). This study investigates the interrelationships between rumination, social anxiety, and PSU among young adults aged 18-25. Utilizing a...