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When Confidence Meets Criticism: The Viral “KBC Kid” and What It Teaches Us About Modern Parenting, Child Confidence, and Mental Health
The Viral Moment That Started It All A recent episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) Season 17 caught India’s attention — not for a record-breaking
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Removing Obstacles to Mental Well-being: Why Betterspace Finds Its Moment This Ganesh Chaturthi
A Festival of Beginnings, A Space for Healing Ganesh Chaturthi has always meant something more to me than just a celebration. It’s not only the
Abhilash Shrivastava10 min
Aamir Khan Mental Health Confession: A Bold Wake-Up Call for India’s Emotional Crisis
Aamir Khan mental health is now more than a trending search—it’s a moment of collective reflection. The Bollywood icon’s deeply personal interview with The Lallantop
Abhilash Shrivastava4 min
Pop, Power & Provocation: What Sabrina Carpenter’s Album Cover Says About Us
The Image That Broke the Internet When pop star Sabrina Carpenter unveiled the cover of her album Man’s Best Friend, the internet didn’t just react—it
Abhilash Shrivastava5 min
When the Spotlight Hurts: Babil Khan’s Tears and the Mental Health Conversation India Desperately Needs
“Even in a room full of people, I’ve felt completely alone.” – Babil Khan Babil Khan’s recent video of him crying and calling out the
Abhilash Shrivastava4 min
The Power of Suggestion: Unveiling the Potential of Placebo Effects in Medical Treatments
At BetterSpace, we are always on the lookout for insightful research that can enhance our understanding and approach to mental health and well-being. Recently, while
Abhilash Shrivastava4 min
How the Peak-End Rule Shapes Our Memories: Why We Sometimes Prefer More Pain
Pain is an inescapable part of the human experience, yet our perceptions and memories of pain are often counterintuitive. A landmark psychological experiment by Daniel
Abhilash Shrivastava5 min
Coping with Postpartum Depression: Strategies for New Moms
Introduction Welcoming a new baby is a joyous occasion, but it can also bring unexpected challenges, including postpartum depression (PPD). PPD affects many new mothers,
Abhilash Shrivastava4 min
The Social Media Phenomenon: Understanding the “All Eyes on Rafah” Trend
In recent days, the phrase “All eyes on Rafah” has become prevalent on social media platforms, reflecting the intense focus on the Rafah region amid
Abhilash Shrivastava4 min
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