P V Vaidyanathan
Dr P V Vaidyanathan, MD, DCH, is a Mumbai-based paediatrician in private practice, hobbyist writer, and author of a book on childhood stress management.
Why concealing uncomfortable truths is a bad idea
Many people opt for diplomacy rather than frankness, in order to avoid embarrassment to others and themselves. But that is not a wise thing to do
Are you a helicopter parent?
Back off! The constant hovering could be detrimental to your child’s growth
Is your bed robbing you of sleep?
A bed without the right support and comfort may cause disturbed sleep
Placebo Nocebo: Pills of belief
In the world of placebos and nocebos, what you believe in will surely be manifested
Dying To Be Me by Anita Moorjani
According to the book, disease is nothing but our own negative energies trapped in our bodies. The author stresses that if we can get rid of fear, we could get rid of a whole lot of problems plaguing us.
The biology of belief: Unleashing the power of consciousness, matter, & miracles by Bruce H. Lipton
Lipton uses many real-life examples to demonstrate the power beliefs have on our body
OTCs: Don’t shop till you drop
Here’s what you need to know about taking medicines without a prescription
Evolutionary Enlightenment by Andrew Cohen
According to Cohen, traditional enlightenment means recognising oneself as being pure consciousness.
The when and how of second opinions
Unhappy with your doctor's suggestions? Here's what you should do when struggling with a decision related to second opinion
