Loneliness & Social Isolation A 17-year-old once told me in clinic: “I have 1,200 followers… but no one I can call at 11 PM.” That sentence explains modern loneliness better than any research paper. We are the most digitally connected generation in history — yet Gen Z loneliness is rising at an alarming pace. Let’s …
What Is Impaired Judgment in Mania and Hypomania? One of the most confusing and painful things for families is this question: “If they are educated and intelligent, why can’t they see they are unwell?” The answer is impaired judgment. This is not stubbornness, ego, or denial on purpose. It is a core medical symptom of …
Why Patients in Hypomania Say ‘I’m Fine’—Even When They’re Not Read More »
A Psychiatrist’s Message to Patients and Families from Nagpur As a psychiatrist, one sentence I hear very often—especially during winter—is: “Doctor, they are not sleeping, fighting with everyone, but they say nothing is wrong.” Winter is usually associated with depression. But what many families don’t realize is that mania and hypomania can also flare up …
Does Winter Trigger Mania or Hypomania in Bipolar Disorder? Read More »
If you live with OCD, you already know this truth: The thoughts don’t ask for permission. They just appear. Sudden. Disturbing. Loud. Repetitive. And the worst part? They feel so real, even when you know they don’t match who you truly are. As a psychiatrist, one of the most painful things I see in OCD …
“Why Do These Thoughts Keep Coming?” — Understanding Negative Thoughts in OCD Read More »
Relationships have always been complex. Ever since humans started pairing off, there’s been love and tension, harmony and conflict. But many people today feel things are harder than before — especially when it comes to marriage. In recent years, we’ve seen both divorce rates and stories of infidelity in India enter mainstream conversation. Divorce is …
Why It’s Getting Harder to Stay in a Relationship or Marriage in India Read More »