IAHRW International Journal of Social Sciences Review

Shubham D. Jadhav ¹, Sadhana Natu ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Psychology, Modern College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Ganeshkhind, Pune, Maharashtra, IN

Abstract

"Queer people don't grow up as ourselves; we grow up playing a version of ourselves that sacrifices authenticity to minimize humiliation and prejudice. The massive task of our adult lives is to unpick which parts of ourselves are truly us and which parts we've created to protect us." These words by 'Alexander Leon' perfectly describe the essence of this work. The goal of this study is to present what it is to grow as a queer individual in a heteronormative surrounding. Further the study aims at making people aware about the struggle and difficulties which in a way has an impact on psycho-social health of queer individuals. The study uses a qualitative approach which is exploratory in nature. For primary data, the study conducted semi structured interviews of experts as key informants on the topic. Secondary data analysis was done through available material related to current queer matter. This study also aims to highlight the need for sexuality education and to spread awareness about queer existence. The study hopes for a kind and inclusive future ahead.

Keywords

Childhood, Heteronormativity, Queer Life, LGBTQIA+ Mental Health, Sexuality Education, Inclusivity

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Gayatri Lokhande ¹, Sadhana Natu ¹

Affiliations
1 Modern College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Ganeshkhind, Pune, Maharashtra, IN

Abstract

'Cancel culture' is a term on which the internet is widely divided into sections. Initially meant to call out the wrong doings of the people in powerful positions and hold them accountable for their actions, is now also seen as a tool for further exploitation of the marginalized people. It is essential to distinguish between the various terminologies around it in order to understand the various standpoints around it. This research project tries to highlight the same. Social exclusion from the online space can have a significant impact on the mental health of people. Even though this has been discussed, it is essential to see cancel culture in the light of its impact on different hierarchies of the society and the rising intolerance on the online space in the Indian context. Hence, the objectives of the study are- Understanding the history of repression and social exclusion, which has now evolved into a new form known as cancel culture. Investigating the effects of cancel culture on the mental health of various groups. This study is a qualitative analysis of various accounts of cancel culture. The methodology consists of interviews of experts from the fields of psychology, political science and media and film studies. It also relies on the secondary data analysis of various journal articles, news articles and books. The theoretical framework of the study is Martha Nussbaum's theory of objectification and Noelle-Neumann's spiral of silence theory and the result is consistent with it. The conclusion summarizes the key findings and considers their broader implications. the study's rationale is to comprehend the complexities of cancel culture in the light of intolerance and study the mental health implications for various sections of society in India.

Keywords

Cancel Culture, Boycott Culture, Digital Activism, Social Media, History of Repression

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Shreya Subbannavar ¹, Sadhana Natu ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Psychology, Modern College Ganeshkhind, Pune, Maharashtra, IN

Abstract

dynamics. This paper attempts to theorize about how the interparental relationship and 'mirroring' affects the child's choice of a romantic partner. Four dimensions were identified and a questionnaire was constructed to gauge subjective parental identification of couples in long-term relationships. Further in-depth interviews were conducted with a few participants to get more detailed accounts. In the global North, research shows that 50% of all marriages result in divorce but the same cannot be said about the Global South where getting a divorce still has a taboo attached to it. In the Indian context, only 1% of all married couples decide to end their marriage but this statistic isn't for the lack of unhappy marriages in the country. This study attempts to predict the quality of life for the future married population by ascertaining their awareness of their parent's relationship and whether they replicate the same patterns and power

Keywords

Interparental Relationship, Parenting Styles, Mirroring, Romantic Partner, Marriage

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Pavan Mache ¹, Sadhana Natu ²

Affiliations
1 Modern College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Ganeshkhind, Pune, Maharashtra, IN
2 Department of Psychology, Modern College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Ganeshkhind, Pune, Maharashtra, IN

Abstract

A marked increase in the use of social media put a large number of people at risk of feeling lonely, depressed, and anxious. Ordinary people, influencers and therapists have become mental health advocates with instant messaging, quick posts, uplifting thoughts and advice for their followers. The information presented may leave viewers feeling further traumatized or confused. The rationale behind studying this topic was to study the impact of fake influencers on social media on mental health of adults in the context of India. This study tries to focus on the gaps in the literature available on the topic and tries to find the impacts, and effective ways to identify and tackle this quackery. The methodology used was a qualitative analysis of primary data gathered from online semi-structured interviews. Interviews of two mental health professionals and three people from the field of tarot card reading, graphology and online counselling with a short diploma course for therapy and counselling were taken. In addition, a book titled 'Shamans, Mystics and Doctors- APsychological Inquiry into India and Its Healing Traditions' by Sudhir Kakar was taken as secondary data. The results identify the causes of growth in pseudoscientific practices, analyses the impact and provide recommendations to tackle the same. The conclusion summarizes the key findings and broader implications. This is a qualitative study and thus has individual opinions and thought processes about the topic. It may be ridden with systematic biases, even though it's important to study it.

Keywords

online therapy, social media, mental health, quackery, pseudoscience

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