Dr. Pavitra Shankar

How Does Schizophrenia Affect a Person’s Life?...
Schizophrenia is a serious mental health condition that changes the way a person thinks, feels, and behaves. The disease significantly impairs daily life b... Read More
How do I know if I'm stressed...
Are you losing interest in things you usually enjoy? Feeling lonely or neglected? Do you get irritated, impatient, angry, overburdened, overwhelmed, or worried about even small things? Do... Read More
Mental Burnout or Depression? Know the Difference and Get Help...
In today’s fast-paced world, many people are feeling tired, low and stressed. It is common to hear someone say, I am burned out or I think I am depre... Read More
Can a Person with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Live a Normal Life?...
Living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can feel overwhelming at times. The unwanted thoughts, repeated actions, and constant urge to control things can make one’s daily lif... Read More
What Does an Anxiety Attack Feel Like?...
Anxiety attacks are intense episodes of fear or discomfort that can be overwhelming and debilitating to deal with. However, there is no perfect definition ... Read More
How to Start a Conversation About Mental Health?...
We all have days when everything feels like too much. There are days when getting out of bed feels like climbing a mountain. Maybe someone may have felt th... Read More
Tips to Avoid Emotional Eating Habits...
Emotional eating is an increasingly prevalent concern, particularly among young people. Rather than eating for physical hunger, many eat to cope with emoti... Read More
Nurturing Young Minds: Supporting Children's Mental Well-Being...
As parents, we are more cautious about children’s health and needs. We ensure they get complete nutrition, adequate rest, and play time. But a very f... Read More
Anxiety vs. Stress: Similar, but not the same?...
We often use the words “stress” and “anxiety” as if they’re the same, but they’re actually quite different. While both ... Read More