Mood Disorders and Weather: Exploring the Impact of Rain on Depression and Anxiety

Team IIBP Anveshan, issue 48, Mental Health, Volume 4

While rain symbolizes many things to different crowds, one can not ignore its profound impact on the human psyche. Rain has inspired many poets, writers and authors to give it its own unique personality. Sometimes it is depicted as a hero that ends the suffering of desperate farmers, sometimes a lover that soothes a broken heart, and sometimes a disaster …

Social Interactions During Rainy Days: How Weather Affects Communication and Behavior in Public Spaces

Team IIBP Anveshan, General Psychology, issue 48, Mental Health, Volume 4

Any interaction between two or more people is considered a social interaction. They all speak in specific ways or act in certain ways according to cultural norms. Every day, social interactions take place when we or others express ourselves to others through verbal or nonverbal cues. Human behavior is nevertheless greatly influenced by the weather, even on rainy days.  Rain …

Adapting Work Environments for Inclement Weather: Best Practices for Promoting Employee Well-being

Team IIBP Anveshan, Business Psychology, Employee wellbeing, issue 48, Volume 4

You hear the sound of your alarm clock this Monday morning. You can see a tremendous thunderstorm outside. Your weather app warns of terrible conditions, and you have an essential meeting today that you can’t miss. You leap out of bed and consider your options. Greetings from the modern workplace, where being adaptable, inventive, and ready for everything entails adjusting …

Workplace Productivity : How rain influences Motivation and Performance in different industries

Team IIBP Anveshan, Business Psychology, Employee wellbeing, issue 48, Mental Health, Occupational Health, Organizational Development, Volume 4

You have an important meeting today and you wake up to cloudy, dark weather. Your entire morning routine, which includes having your coffee in the balcony, soaking up the bright sunlight, going for a jog, coming back, getting fresh and meditating to the sound of birds singing gets disrupted and all you long for is the sun to come out …

Parenting on Rainy Days: Creative Strategies to Support Development and Alleviate Cabin Fever

Team IIBP Anveshan, General Psychology, issue 48, Mental Health, Social Psychology, Volume 4

Rainy days can be a test of creativity and patience for parents trying to keep their children entertained and engaged indoors. While the weather may dampen outdoor plans, it also provides an excellent opportunity for families to explore new activities that promote learning and development. Here are some creative strategies to help alleviate cabin fever and support your child’s growth. …

Social Media Policies: Navigating the Intersection of Technology and Professional Boundaries

Team IIBP Anveshan, issue 45, Volume 4

In the digital age, social media isn’t just a tool; it’s a lifeline connecting us to the pulse of the global community. Its influence is undeniable, weaving through the fabric of our daily lives and reshaping the way we communicate, learn, and do business. As we scroll through feeds filled with everything from cat videos to corporate announcements, it’s clear: …

Navigating the Digital Maze: A Guide to Online Persuasion

Team IIBP Anveshan, issue 45, Volume 4

Welcome to the digital bazaar, where every click, swipe, and scroll influences our choices, often without us even realizing it. But fear not! Today, we’re embarking on an interactive journey to understand the hidden forces shaping our decisions online, especially when it comes to making seemingly simple choices, like picking a new smartphone. Imagine you’re on a quest to find …

Gamification of Mental Health: Using Games to Promote Positive Behaviors

Team IIBP Anveshan, issue 45, Mental Health, Volume 4

The World Health Organization (WHO) has predicted that depression will lead the global disease burden by 2030, With the existing services available in under-developed and developing countries to meet the enormous mental health needs, gamification for mental health seems promising. Gamification, the application of game design elements in on-game contexts is often said to be based on the principles of …

Digital Storytelling for Emotional Expression and Communication Skills Development

Team IIBP Anveshan, issue 45, Mental Health, Volume 4

In an age overwhelmed by digital platforms and virtual networks, the art of narrating has taken on new measurements, offering a powerful tool for enthusiastic expression and communication abilities improvement. Advanced narrating, a strategy that combines stories with digital media such as pictures, recordings, and sound recordings, has developed as a flexible implication of self-expression and interpersonal association. With the …

Artificial Intelligence in HR: Streamlining Processes for Better Mental Health Support

Team IIBP Anveshan, Business Psychology, issue 45, Volume 4

In the dynamic landscape of the modern workplace, employee well-being is the cornerstone of organizational success. The Job Demand- Resource (JD-R) model, presented by Bakker and Demerouti in 2007, highlights the complex balance between labour demand and resources. This model highlights the crucial role of adequate resources in mitigating the harmful effects of high job demand. Artificial intelligence (AI) is …