UPSYs Education makes psychology easy to understand by breaking down complex concepts into simple, relatable explanations. Our mission is to make psychological knowledge accessible to everyone, empowering individuals with insights into human behavior and mental well-being.
Anxiety is a complex blend of emotions and cognitions oriented to the future. The evolutionary advantage of anxiety lies in its ability to heighten our awareness and readiness for potential dangers or challenges in the future. Anxiety enhances learning and performance when it is in mild and moderate levels, otherwise, people are diagnosed with anxiety
The World Health Organization (WHO) states, “A mental disorder is characterized by a clinically significant disturbance in an individual’s cognition, emotional regulation, or behaviour. It is usually associated with distress or impairment in important areas of functioning”. If we start counting, the existing number of diagnosable mental disorders is somewhere near 200, with more than
Imagine Tigger from Winnie the Pooh, bouncing around with boundless energy, full of enthusiasm but often struggling to stay focussed. Tigger’s impulsive actions and constant need for movement are traits that many associate with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting both children and adults. While Tigger’s behaviour is endearing in the world
Anxiety is a natural and vital part of human life, rooted in our evolutionary history as a survival mechanism. It helps us recognize potential dangers and prepares us to act with caution and vigilance. In moderation, anxiety can be beneficial—short-term or acute anxiety is often a healthy reaction to stress. For example, anxiety before a job interview,
Comparing things, people, situations and ourselves with others is a natural thing we all do. Sometimes positively and sometimes the comparisons make life a rat race! Have you ever compared yourself with others? With whom did you compare? Okay, so how did that make you feel? Though it sounds simple, it can affect your mental
Depression is one of the most prevalent mental health disorders. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) about two 80 million people globally are diagnosed with depression, which is about 5% of the adult population. And in India, about 57 million people are affected by depression. Depression can be characterised by constant feelings of sadness,
Anxiety disorder is a clinical condition where a person experiences intense anxiety or worry that it might disrupt one’s daily activities. Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD), is a type of anxiety disorder. SAD also known as social phobia, is also a clinical condition. It is characterized by significant anxiety or fear in any social situation &
Imagine you’re at the mall and someone attractive approaches you to ask for directions to the bathroom. Suddenly, your brain turns into a never-ending romantic montage. Every song playing in the mall seems to be about the two of you, and you start imagining what your wedding invitations might look like—even though you haven’t exchanged
The protagonist Mehak, in the Indian psychological thriller Phobia, experiences an overwhelming and crippling fear at the mere thought of stepping outside her house. This might feel overly dramatic and fictional for people who are watching. However, this is a reality for millions of people around the world. Phobia sheds light on Agoraphobia, which is
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is a pervasive disorder characterized by uncontrollable and recurrent thoughts termed as obsessions along with repetitive behaviours referred to as compulsions to combat anxiety-provoking thoughts. This causes significant distress to the individual who is affected along with disruptions in their occupational and personal lives. OCD impacts 1-3% of the global population and the
