Pooja Sri

Nomophobia & Smartphone Addiction Among Children The term “addiction” is usually associated with alcoholism and drug abuse. Yet people do get addicted to different stimulants that are quite legal substances. Smartphones changed our primary concept of a cell phone. It is no longer used strictly to establish audio communication. Smartphones allow us to have our camera, GPS navigator, video game terminal, and even our own library in hand. Nevertheless, the biggest and most important aspect is that a smartphone gives us access to the Internet. Nomophobia (no-mobile-phobia) is defined as the fear of being out of cell phone contact. Have you thought about how long you can go without checking your cell phone? How about your children and their smartphones? The problem among teens is that they have become so engrossed with their smartphones that they are missing the world around them. So-called smartphone zombies are now walking during class breaks and at home. And even if

MIDDLE CHILDHOOD The middle years of childhood (ages 6 to 12) represent the second stage in early human development, between early childhood and adolescence. As well as being an outcome indicator of early childhood experiences, middle childhood is also a powerful predictor of adolescent adjustment and success. For this reason, middle childhood is an opportune time to optimize health and promote development.   A two-year-old child also requires constant supervision, lest his burgeoning curiosity lead to trouble. Fast forward to age seven and you'll see that the child has become quite adept at doing things independently and is probably quite proud of such accomplishments. During middle childhood, kids become more competent and confident. Parents begin to place trust in the child, allowing him to take on daily tasks such as selecting his own clothes and making his own breakfast. Family friendships are still vital, but children are far less clingy at this age. Unlike the toddle

Belief on Solar and Lunar Eclipses in INDIA There are several superstitions associated with   solar eclipses . Solar eclipses are associated with war, violent events and disasters. Any cooked food considered to have become impure during the event; they are thrown away or given to beggars.   People don't eat or cook food during the event. Temples are closed before the event and reopened after the event is over. Many shops also remain closed.   It is also believed that   asuras   are  worshiped  during the period.   Pregnant women are advised to stay indoors. It is considered inauspicious to give birth during the event. Solar eclipse are also said to cause miscarriages   Other people also avoid venturing outside.   It is believed that the sun rays become toxic during the event and a bath must be taken after the event. Indian   stock exchanges   also observe a drop in trades during eclipses. There are some reports of disabled children being buried neck-deep in sand or mud in hopes

PSYCHOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF INFERTILITY INTRODUCTION:  The term infertility refers to the inability to naturally conceive, carry or deliver a healthy child. Women who are able to get pregnant but have recurrent miscarriages are also said to be infertile. In recent years, the number of couples seeking treatment for infertility has dramatically increased due to factors such as postponement of child bearing in women, development of newer and more successful techniques for infertility treatment and increasing awareness of available services. Infertility can have a negative impact on marital and sexual relationships . About 5% of couples living in developed world face primary infertility (inability to have any children) or secondary infertility (inability to conceive or carry a pregnancy after one or more children) It is an issue that all the counselors should be aware and understand if this growing client group is to receive therapeutic support they need and deserve. My

Talent Identification and Career Success – a case study Dr Janetius, Director, Centre for Counselling and Guidance & Ms. S. Pooja Sri Student, Dept. of Psychology, Sree Saraswathi Thyagaraja College, Pollachi Introduction:   Psychologists all over the world have identified aptitude and interest as the key players in any successful career development. A person can develop a skill or become successful in career only if a person chooses a career according to aptitude or inborn capacity (Parsons, 1909; Brown, Duane., & Brooks, Linda et al. 1996; Ginzberg, 1972; Holland, 1992). In India, where psychological guidance services are in its embryonic stage, young people are often confused and bewildered in their selection of career. In India, people use very less guidance services and young people are not guided scientifically in their selection of career. Generally parents, teachers, elder siblings or peers guide people in their career choice irrespective of their talent