News for 'Psychologist'

Emotix, a Mumbai-based startup launches personal robot for kids

Emotix, a Mumbai-based startup launches personal robot for kids

Rediff.com29 Nov 2018

The robot can hold long conversations, track the child's mood and is controlled from an app on the parents' smartphone

Do you suffer from 'email stress'?

Do you suffer from 'email stress'?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2007

A study has found that struggling to cope with a deluge of emails is leaving staff tired, frustrated and unproductive.

What gymnast Dipa needs to do to qualify for 2020 Olympics

What gymnast Dipa needs to do to qualify for 2020 Olympics

Rediff.com25 Nov 2018

The Cottbus meet is part of an eight-event qualifying system for the 2020 Games, under which a gymnast will make the cut based on their best three scores.

Introverted geeks likely to turn to cyber crime

Introverted geeks likely to turn to cyber crime

Rediff.com28 Jul 2006

The new work was carried out by computer scientists Marcus Rogers and Kirti Tidke from Purdue University in Indiana, US, and psychologist Kathryn Seigfried from John Jay College in New York, US.

Punditry on Mayawati win is misleading

Punditry on Mayawati win is misleading

Rediff.com28 May 2007

If Jayalalithaa, despite being a formidable force in Tamil Nadu, represents no break with conventional politics and only a minor impact on the national level, should we not use some caution before crowning Mayawati?

Rising consumerism leading to stress in children

Rising consumerism leading to stress in children

Rediff.com1 Nov 2007

With rising consumerism among children in the age group of six-twelve, stress in children is becoming common, say child psychologists.

Worry -- and how you can combat it

Worry -- and how you can combat it

Rediff.com4 Dec 2006

Combating worry is integral to good health and a confident you.

Top criteria for education abroad

Top criteria for education abroad

Rediff.com24 Nov 2005

Kyrgios pulls out of Rotterdam Open to play basketball

Kyrgios pulls out of Rotterdam Open to play basketball

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

Australian Nick Kyrgios has pulled out of the Rotterdam Open in February to play in basketball's NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, tournament director Richard Krajicek was quoted as saying on Wednesday.

Vincent battling depression

Vincent battling depression

Rediff.com10 Feb 2008

New Zealand batsman Lou Vincent is battling depression and doubts he will play international cricket again.

Indo-American academic wins award

Indo-American academic wins award

Rediff.com28 Mar 2006

10 ways to boost your self-confidence

10 ways to boost your self-confidence

Rediff.com28 Aug 2007

Psychologists say that there are many little ways that can instantly help boost self-confidence. Here are some easy tips on how to do just that.

Back to work after a long break? Ease into it

Back to work after a long break? Ease into it

Rediff.com24 Jul 2007

Back to work after a long break? Here are some tips on how to get back into the system.

Sex makes people happier than money does

Sex makes people happier than money does

Rediff.com7 Dec 2007

the researchers came to the conclusion after analysing data on the self-reported levels of sexual activity and happiness of 16,000 people.

The persistence of memory: What it means to be human

The persistence of memory: What it means to be human

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

Deep-learning machines are conquering realm after realm of human expertise, but is there a difference between Them and Us?

Handle relationships like a pro!

Handle relationships like a pro!

Rediff.com23 Apr 2007

A chat with clinical psychologist Prachi Vaish on dealing with relationships.

Why are Indians unhappy? Tell us

Why are Indians unhappy? Tell us

Rediff.com17 Oct 2006

Why do you think are Indians unhappy? What would make you happier? What does the government and society need to do to make India a more contented nation? What is it that really makes you happy or unhappy?

How toddlers turn chatterboxes at 18 months

How toddlers turn chatterboxes at 18 months

Rediff.com3 Aug 2007

Kids always pick up words in parallel.

Why Twitter's Biz Stone invested in this Indian startup

Why Twitter's Biz Stone invested in this Indian startup

Rediff.com7 May 2018

Tech grads from BITS Pilani identify a problem and then use technology to solve it. The Visit story.

The World's Youngest Grandmaster

The World's Youngest Grandmaster

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

At 12 years, seven months and 17 days, Dommaraju Gukesh is the second youngest Grandmaster of all time.

Russia salutes 'heroes' after Croatia ends World Cup dream

Russia salutes 'heroes' after Croatia ends World Cup dream

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

The Kremlin dubbed the Russian national team heroes and proud soccer fans saluted their underdog host team after the side lost on penalties to Croatia, bringing an end to its World Cup challenge at the quarter-finals.

Mental Hai Kya must change its title!

Mental Hai Kya must change its title!

Rediff.com27 Apr 2019

The recently released poster Mental Hai Kya is like an abuse aimed at those who are fighting a disorder that demands support and social understanding, says Tarun Vijay, the former BJP MP.

Let's admit it, there's something unacceptable about homosexuality

Let's admit it, there's something unacceptable about homosexuality

Rediff.com12 Sep 2018

'Homosexuality is the new 'abnormal',' proclaims Amulya Ganguli.

Sexy skirts do not make a manager

Sexy skirts do not make a manager

Rediff.com30 Nov 2005

Physical attractiveness is known to help people get ahead, but a new study by an American psychologist has found out that a glamorous self-presentation harmed businesswomen.

Adrian rues Asiad debacle

Adrian rues Asiad debacle

Rediff.com4 May 2007

Indian hockey falls short on the mental aspect of the game against top European sides and a permanent sports psychologist could be of great help in improving the team's performance, says Olympian goalkeeper Adrian D'Souza.

Few Rio-bound Indian athletes to receive financial aid from Govt

Few Rio-bound Indian athletes to receive financial aid from Govt

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

With an eye to enhance India's medal hopes in this year's Rio Olympics, the Sports Ministry has sanctioned financial assistance to boxers Vikas Krishan and Sumit Sangwan, female discuss thrower Seema Antil Punia and shooter Chain Singh.

Can you win a lost love?

Can you win a lost love?

Rediff.com24 Apr 2007

Here's help on tackling problems in relationships.

Captain Morgan behind England's World Cup renaissance

Captain Morgan behind England's World Cup renaissance

Rediff.com12 Jul 2019

'He is great to have as a captain -- he just keeps everything simple and doesn't change his emotions too much, which in the heat of the battle, (helps) to keep your mind clear'

How easy sex is making men stay away from marriage

How easy sex is making men stay away from marriage

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

With porn on-demand and greater reproductive freedom, sex is a commodity available at any time.

Cricket and exams at the same time is good: Docs

Cricket and exams at the same time is good: Docs

Rediff.com19 Mar 2007

As parents and students seem worried about the game intruding into the study routine and fear that it may reflect in a slide in marks, psychologists say it might indeed be a good thing.

'These suicides are an eye-opener for all of us'

'These suicides are an eye-opener for all of us'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2020

'I hear of so many people not getting their money and producers not taking their calls to pay them.'

Overworked? Here's how to cope

Overworked? Here's how to cope

Rediff.com9 Aug 2006

Are extra-curriculars good for your child?

Are extra-curriculars good for your child?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2016

As a parent, it is your responsibility to analyse whether it is really required or not.

Kargil 7th anniversary: A hero's father speaks

Kargil 7th anniversary: A hero's father speaks

Rediff.com25 Jul 2006

July 26th is Kargil Vijay Diwas, the seventh anniversary of Operation Vijay.

Is someone out to get you?

Is someone out to get you?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2006

According to a recent study, one in three people has this feeling. Do you?

Suicides on the rise in Gujarat

Suicides on the rise in Gujarat

Rediff.com29 Oct 2004

Severe depression and a drastic reduction in tolerance levels are said to be the reasons behind this.

Feeling lonely? Could be your genes

Feeling lonely? Could be your genes

Rediff.com15 Nov 2005