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Shraddha Routray

How often do you say LOL? Looking at Humour as a Coping Mechanism

TL;DR Humour serves as a powerful coping mechanism, especially for youth facing academic pressures, societal expectations, and daily stressors. Individuals can alleviate stress, build social connections, and maintain an overall positive outlook by utilising various humour styles- such as affiliative, self-enhancing, and observational. However, it’s essential to use humour adaptively, ensuring it doesn’t mask underlying […]

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The Politics of Terminology: Why Terms Like Trauma Dumping and Gaslighting Are Everywhere

TL;DR Gaslighting and trauma dumping terminology have grown popular in discussions between young people and on social media. The widespread use of psychological terminology has helped describe complex emotions, although excessive misuse sets the foundation for reducing genuine psychological conditions’ value, which leads to confusion in communication. Experts state that using mental health terms properly

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