by Niyatee Sukumaran, Ph.D. | May 23, 2025 | Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Racial Justice, Relationships, Stress, Trauma
Immigration is more than a political issue – for those who leave their homes behind, it is a deeply personal journey marked by a profound emotional weight. While the topic is often discussed in terms of laws, borders, and statistics, it’s rarely viewed through the...
by Niyatee Sukumaran, Ph.D. | Jan 24, 2025 | Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Stress, Trauma
Natural disasters like earthquakes, wildfires, floods, hurricanes and tornados can profoundly affect the mental health of both individuals and entire communities. One such example is the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles. As I continue to watch the news, I realize the...
by Niyatee Sukumaran, Ph.D. | Nov 15, 2024 | Anxiety, Family, Holidays, Stress
The holidays are a time when traditions, family gatherings, and festivities take center stage, and for many mothers, this means taking on the responsibility of organizing the celebrations. The role of the mother as the “heart” of holiday traditions is...
by Niyatee Sukumaran, Ph.D. | Jul 26, 2024 | Anxiety, Depression, Personal Improvement, Relationships, Stress
Some of us wear the label “perfectionist” as a badge of honor. It can be considered a positive quality, showing that we are and pay close attention to detail. What isn’t as well understood is that perfectionism can do more harm than good. It can damage our self-esteem...
by Niyatee Sukumaran, Ph.D. | Jun 21, 2024 | Anxiety, Depression, Personal Improvement, Relationships
As a psychologist, I’ve talked with many clients who are trapped in an endless cycle of not feeling “good enough” because they set excessively high standards for themselves. Although there is absolutely nothing wrong with striving for excellence, the tendency to aim...
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