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As a first-person essay, this does not require review by our team of Reviewers. Barring minor changes for grammar and sentence structure, we have kept the voice of the author intact. Why? How? What?… This is the stage when these questions are never-ending. The toddler, who was a curious explorer using their newfound “speaking” abilities,...

There are books that disturb you quietly. And books that take you by storm. Janet Fitch's 'White Oleander' is one of those. It doesn’t bother with subtlety. It breaks things like childhood, love, memory wide open and asks what’s left after the wreckage. Astrid Magnussen is twelve when her mother, Ingrid, a coldly brilliant poet...

This is a personal essay written by the author, sharing their individual journey and experiences. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this piece belong solely to the author and do not necessarily reflect those of MyndStories. This essay has not been professionally vetted or reviewed for clinical accuracy. My last essay was about life...

A sweeping new analysis of 293,000 children worldwide has found a significant connection between increased screen time and a higher risk of emotional and behavioral challenges, including aggression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. The findings, published in the journal Psychological Bulletin led by Dr. Michael Noetel and Roberta Vasconcellos, underscore growing concerns among pediatricians and mental...

India is home to over 13 million single-mother households, according to a UN Women report. That’s 4.5% of all households – women parenting alone, balancing emotional labour, financial strain, and social scrutiny, often without the acknowledgment or systems of support they deserve. The number is large, but what’s far bigger is the silence around it....

eMbrace has announced a new partnership with Rainbow Children’s Hospitals, New Delhi, bringing a wider range of developmental and therapeutic services directly to families in the capital. This collaboration aims to make high-quality, family-centered care more accessible at a time when early intervention and support are increasingly recognized as critical for children’s lifelong health and...

This is a personal essay written by the author, sharing their individual journey and experiences. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this piece belong solely to the author and do not necessarily reflect those of MyndStories. This essay has not been professionally vetted or reviewed for clinical accuracy. I am a mother of two...

As the author is a mental health professional, this piece did not go through our usual review channels. Welcoming a newborn to the family is always filled with joy and celebration, as it should be. This baby is now officially counted in the global population. I fondly recollect my experience—as I walked into my home...

This is a story I never thought I’d tell. I once left work an hour early after finding out that I’d had a miscarriage. An early one, they said. Barely six weeks in. I wanted to leave work after completing the mandatory 8 hours at the desk and skip my one-hour lunch, just for a...

This is a personal essay written by the author, sharing their individual journey and experiences. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this piece belong solely to the author and do not necessarily reflect those of MyndStories. This essay has not been professionally vetted or reviewed for clinical accuracy. “One does not become enlightened by...

"Mom, Dad, tell me a story." It’s a request you’ve probably heard countless times. You might think that storytelling, an art as old as humanity itself, has lost some charm in our modern digital world. With YouTube, social media, streaming platforms, and many screens constantly competing for our kids' attention, do intergenerational stories still matter?...

“I always strived for academic excellence since childhood because I could see that it made my parents happy. So, I continued,” shares Alisha Chaudhry, a 21-year-old student from Mathura pursuing a B.Tech. in Computer Science alongside a Masters in Psychology. When asked if she identifies as a nerdy kid, she reflects, “Not so much. I...

As the author is a therapist herself, this article is not vetted by our team of reviewers. I was getting ready to share my personal journey of parenthood experience, I remembered a drabble I wrote for a picture prompt challenge (pregnancy kit) – of a couple’s feelings: “After waiting for eternity To see the “double...

This is a personal essay written by the author, sharing their individual journey and experiences. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this piece belong solely to the author and do not necessarily reflect those of MyndStories. This essay has not been professionally vetted or reviewed for clinical accuracy. No one teaches you how to...

As the author is a mental health and disability rights consultant, our team of internal reviewers has not vetted this feature. “I still remember the doctor’s words: ‘Your child has cerebral palsy.’ That day, my world fell apart.” – Meera* Meera isn’t alone in feeling her world fell apart after a neurodivergent diagnosis for her...

As the author is a therapist herself, this article is not vetted by our team of reviewers. On a cold yet sunny morning in early 2013, after relocating to Lyon, France, with my young family, I vividly remember my turbulent state of mind. Sitting on the windowsill of the living room, with my 2-year-old son...

Children’s books have a magical way of shaping young minds while leaving a lasting impression on readers of all ages. These stories are much more than colorful illustrations and engaging plots. They introduce children to important values like love, kindness, family, and the beauty of nature while sparking their imagination and nurturing emotional growth. Each...

Imagine a 7-year-old who washes their hands obsessively, worried about staying clean and healthy, or a 12-year-old anxious about safety after overhearing troubling news. These are real-life challenges, as observed by child psychologist Iha Prakash. When asked about the causes of this increase in mental illnesses among children, Iha points to the pandemic as a...

Beneath all the giggles and jiggles, childhood has its fair share of hurt, uncertainties, and even stress. In children, stress can manifest through various symptoms such as changes in behavior, increased irritability, trouble sleeping, physical manifestations like headaches or stomach aches, or even regression in previously acquired skills or behaviors. From struggling to adjust to...

Statistics show that at any given time, around 50 million Indian children are living with mental disorders. This number could be much higher if the adolescent population is also considered. Unfortunately, people of all ages who suffer from mental disorders in India don’t have access to proper treatment and care. When childhood mental health issues...