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A real-life moment of a child’s emotional outburst during a tantrum. Tantrums are a normal part of childhood, especially during the toddler years. Many parents struggle to understand why their child suddenly starts crying, screaming, or refusing to listen. In most cases, tantrums are not about “ bad behavior ” — they’re a child’s way of expressing emotions they don’t yet know how to handle or explain. This is particularly common when dealing with toddler tantrums in younger children. When parents understand the reasons behind these outbursts, it becomes easier to respond calmly and support their child’s emotional development. Understanding Why Tantrums Happen Toddlers and preschoolers are still learning how to manage their emotions. At this stage, their brain isn’t fully developed to handle strong feelings like anger, frustration, or disappointment.  This is why severe temper tantrums in 2 year olds or even tantrums in 3 year olds are quite common. Another major reason is the gr...

People view work as more than a source of income because they spend a significant part of their lives at work while developing their personal identity and finding life balance. However, employees often experience their work environment as a major source of stress and anxiety, which affects their professional life. The combination of tight deadlines, unrealistic expectations, job insecurity, and performance pressure creates a mental health risk. Workplace anxiety develops into an invisible problem that people experience during their daily work, but which others often view as normal productivity. People need to learn about anxiety because understanding its symptoms, effects, and healthy coping methods — often discussed by a psychiatrist in Patna Bihar — can improve their quality of life and work performance.   Understanding Anxiety in the Workplace Workplace anxiety is more than occasional stress before a meeting or nervousness on the first day of a job. Workers experience t...

The fast-changing digital world we are living in can make anyone feel mentally tired, forgetful, or unable to concentrate.  Sometimes people refer to such symptoms by the slang term "brain rot."   Though this is not a medical term, brain rot is slang that refers to the gradual decline of one’s cognitive abilities, mostly due to unhealthy habits like excessive watching of TV or indulging in screen time, poor lifestyle choices, or even the lack of any mental stimulation for the brain.  Therefore, in this article, we shall uncover the reality of brain rot, its signs and causes, and, finally, the how to reverse brain rot and promote our precious mental health. What Exactly is Brain Rot? The term “ brain rot ” is pretty dramatic, but it is often used to describe a situation where one’s mental faculties have declined to a great extent due to unhealthy living.  It is not a diagnosis where the brain matter is literally being discolored or changed.  Brain rot is, instea...

Dementia encompasses various progressive neurological disorders characterized by memory impairment, impaired judgment, disturbances in thinking, and behavioral changes as the most common hallmarks.  Understanding the different stages of dementia equips caregivers and family members to anticipate challenges and provide optimal care.  Below is a clinical description of dementia, stage by stage, including expectations for each phase. Understanding the Progression of Dementia Dementia does not appear suddenly. Its symptoms develop gradually and worsen over time at varying rates.  Many ask, " How many stages of dementia are there? " There are seven, each more severe than the previous one.  The Global Deterioration Scale (GDS), also known as the Seven Stages of Dementia, categorizes these stages based on cognitive decline, requiring different levels of care and support from families and caregivers. Stage 1: No Cognitive Decline (Normal Functioning)   No observab...

Headaches are a common issue that can disrupt daily life and hinder productivity.  While occasional headaches can often be managed with simple remedies, frequent or chronic headaches may require specialized care.  Pratap Neuro & Child Psychiatry Clinic , a leading headache treatment center in Patna , Bihar , offers expert solutions to help you manage this condition effectively. This blog explores the types and causes of headaches, treatment options, and when to seek professional help. Understanding Different Types of Headaches Types of Headaches 1: Primary Headaches These headaches are not caused by an underlying medical condition but result from muscle tension, nerve dysfunction, or chemical imbalances in the body.   Tension Headaches:   The most common type of headache.   Characterized by mild to moderate pain, often felt as a tight band around the head, sometimes extending to the neck and shoulders.   Commonly triggered by stress,...

Intermittent explosive disorder refers to a severe psychopathological condition characterized by sudden outbursts of violent behavior that are impulsive and aggressive and bear no semblance of proportionality to the triggering event.  Such individuals might be spending hell on their personal, social, and occupational lives. In this blog, Dr. Vivek Pratap Singh , a leading psychiatrist in Patna , delves into the underlying factors behind IED, exploring its biological, psychological, and environmental roots.  An understanding of the development of IED will help in the early diagnosis and treatment.  Therefore, the causes and symptoms of the condition and their management will be discussed.   How Early Life Shapes Emotional Reactions? Early childhood holds one of the most key periods in the development of emotional control.  The environment into which a child is born and nurtured directly impacts what the child will be able to do to control their emotions ...