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Divya Naik

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ARTICLES BY DIVYA NAIK

A 2024 study on Garba dance’s effects on Parkinson’s disease patients found that it enhanced motor control among other benefits.
(iStockphoto)

Garba as therapy? Know why therapists are treating Parkinson's with Indian dance

5 min read . 13 May 2025

For new mothers with severe illnesses, having to be both a mother and a patient can be disorienting. (Unsplash/ Helena Lopes)

Mother’s Day 2025: How women diagnosed with severe ailments cope with motherhood

6 min read . 11 May 2025

Masking is a behavior unique in both form and frequency among autistic women. (Unsplash/Jacqueline Day)

Why autism in Indian women often goes unseen

5 min read . 05 May 2025

A lot of working mothers face the “maternal wall bias” — the assumption that motherhood diminishes ambition, availability, and competence. (Unsplash/Helena Lopes)

Why it’s time to break the ‘supermom’ myth and embrace the ‘good enough’ mom

6 min read . 08 Apr 2025

When generations move beyond labels and focus on shared experiences, the result is a healthier, more fulfilling life. (iStockphoto)

Boomers to Gen Z: How open communication can bridge the generation gap

5 min read . 01 Apr 2025

Social media addiction, compulsive gaming and binge-watching are common behavioural addiction problems today. (Unsplash/Jovan Vasiljević)

The rise of dopamine fasting: a path to mental clarity?

5 min read . 16 Mar 2025

When you voluntarily engage in a tough activity like taking a cold plunge, you trigger the body’s hormesis mechanism that stimulates your brain. (iStockphoto)

A (little) pain is good for you. Here’s why

5 min read . 11 Mar 2025

To keep your creative juices flowing, engage in activities that don't involve a screen like writing in a notebook or sketching. (Unsplash/Ryan Ancill)

How to stay creative in an AI-dominated world

5 min read . 18 Feb 2025

Identifying the early signs of stress contagion is crucial to addressing it before it spirals out of control. (istockphoto)

Stress contagion: The silent office epidemic

3 min read . 10 Feb 2025

The physical act of creating an action board, and engaging with visual and tactile elements such as images and symbols, can be a therapeutic exercise. (Unsplash/Tim Mossholder)

What's going on your action board for 2025?

4 min read . 22 Dec 2024

Socializing requires effort to read social cues, manage reactions and empathize with others, all of which expend energy. (Unsplash/Bucography)

Enjoy year-end parties without social burnout. Here’s how

3 min read . 10 Dec 2024

Psychologists view intuition as a psychological process that pulls from past experiences, implicit knowledge, and subtle cues stored in the subconscious mind. (Pexels/Shvets Production)

The role of intuition: When and how should you trust that gut feeling

5 min read . 08 Dec 2024

The excitement people see online—from friends and strangers—stokes anxiety about not being part of an event. (Unsplash/Sebastian Herrmann)

How Coldplay FOMO could lead to burnout

5 min read . 26 Nov 2024

A clinical disorder, OCD is marked by anxiety-driven behaviors like excessive checking, cleaning, counting and avoiding certain actions. (Pexels/Cottonbro Studio)

10 ways to support someone with OCD

1 min read . 19 Nov 2024

It is important to recognise ADHD as a legitimate medical condition rather
than a parenting flaw. (Unsplash/Alexander Dummer)

8 myths about ADHD and how to handle it

5 min read . 12 Nov 2024

Small, more frequent moments of engagement like sending a meme or texting 'I thought of you' can be more impactful than grand gestures. (Unsplash/Brooke Cagle)

Can ‘pebbling’ help you nurture better relationships?

6 min read . 15 Sep 2024

File photo of tennis player Yuki Bhambri who has been vocal about battling mental health issues following severe injury to his knees. (AFP PHOTO / PUNIT PARANJPE)

How therapy is helping athletes stay in the game

5 min read . 03 Sep 2024

Mental health support groups are not monolithic structures but dynamic spaces. (Pexels/Tima Miroshnichenko)

Why mental health support groups are gaining ground and members

5 min read . 28 Aug 2024

Empathy is more than just an emotional response—it’s a deliberate act of holding space for someone else’s experience. (Pexels/Alex Green)

What does it mean to be actively empathetic?

5 min read . 06 Aug 2024

The immersive nature of role playing games is considered beneficial for individuals grappling with social anxiety, autism spectrum disorders or ADHD. (Unsplash/Erik Mclean)

How role-playing games help forge real world skills and enhance mental health

5 min read . 21 Jul 2024