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Why Socialising Feels Tiring for Some People: Understanding Introversion & Solitude
Why does socialising feel exhausting for some people? Discover the science of introversion, the power of solitude, and why alone time helps some people recharge. Read the piece
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Social Anxiety Disorder: More Than Shyness or Introversion — Symptoms, Causes & When to Seek Help
Learn the signs, causes and treatment of Social Anxiety Disorder in Teenagers and Adults. Discover how it differs from shyness and introversion. Read the piece
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What Your Child Needs to Hear on Result Day (Not What You Think)
What to say to your child after exam results? A simple, evidence-based guide to reduce stress, support mental health, and move forward. Read the piece
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High-Functioning Anxiety: Recognising the Subtle Symptoms
You appear organised, productive, and in control, yet your body stays tense and your mind never truly switches off. This essay explores the subtle signs of high-functioning anxiety, where competence… Read the piece
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Bipolar Disorder Tools: Practical Supports to manage mania & depression
Explore bipolar disorder, including symptoms of mania and depression, and practical tools to manage mood swings, improve sleep, stabilise routines, and support daily life alongside medical care. Read the piece
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The Cost of Being Rare: A Doctor’s Reflection on Policy, Rights, and Choices
Rare diseases challenge medicine’s reliance on patterns and protocols. This reflection explores what happens when rarity meets policy, limited resources, and ethical responsibility — and why the cost of being… Read the piece
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Valentine’s Day: The Hidden Medical Emergencies
While social media celebrates romance, emergency departments see a surge in chest pain, anxiety, alcohol-related injuries, and emotional distress on Valentine’s Day. This piece explores the unseen physical and mental… Read the piece
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Beyond Romance: Redefining Love
Valentine’s Day often frames love as romantic partnership alone. This reflective essay explores emotional connection, self-worth, and the quieter forms of love that shape a fulfilling life beyond romance. Read the piece
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Coping with Uncertainty During Cancer: Mental Health Insights
Long after diagnosis, uncertainty lingers in the mind. This piece explores the mental health cost of living in that in-between space — where questions remain and resilience is built quietly.… Read the piece
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The Silent Sacrifice: Families of India’s Martyrs
On Martyr’s day, we honour those who died for India’s freedom. But history rarely asks what happened to their families — the mothers, widows, and children who lived with sacrifice… Read the piece
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Why We Applaud Sunita Williams but Reject the Word Feminism
When Sunita Williams arrived in Kozhikode, the applause was instant. But beneath the pride lies a quiet contradiction: we celebrate women who break ceilings, yet hesitate to embrace the idea… Read the piece
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The Bombay High Court Order on the “Dr” Prefix: What it means for patients
After a Bombay High Court ruling on the “Dr” prefix, and old question returns: what do patients hear when they hear “Doctor”? This essay looks at titles through the lens… Read the piece
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The Truth About India’s Wealth Before Colonial Rule
India was one one of the richest economies in the world, long before British colonial rule. So how did a land at the centre of global trade become economically weakened… Read the piece
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You Are Not One Person: Outgrowing Old Versions of Yourself
Growth isn’t always about adding more. A reflective essay on outgrowing old versions of yourself, rediscovering forgotten parts, and knowing when to pick them back up. Read the piece
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When Tests Are Normal But You Still Feel Sick: Living With Unexplained Symptoms
Normal test results but still feeling sick? This essay explores unexplained symptoms, medical uncertainty, and why lived experience still matters. Read the piece
Dr. Maria K. Jimmy 