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The moment a child enrolls into PCB, everyone starts picturing him in a white coat at a hospital, seeing patients and performing surgeries day in and day out. That may have been the reality some years back, but a variety of careers in the medical field have emerged that do not limit the scope of biology to just being a doctor.

1. Genetic Counseling: This is field is all about studying the genetic combinations and manifestations. Studying about why some diseases are hereditary and others are not and helping people who are at a risk of developing illness, manage their life positively. 
2. Medical and Health Service Managers: These professionals are primarily concerned quality control of healthcare services and products. They make sure the regulations are being followed when offering a healthcare solution.
3. Environmentalist: The need of the hour is to aid and protect our planet. Biologists can serve different roles in this journey. Environmental scientists are educated in life science and earth science and come up with solutions to protect our flora and fauna. They also deal with identifying and preserving different life forms on our planet.
4. Biotechnology: These professionals mainly achieve the once impossible combination of biology and technology. They study different living organism to maximise industrial potential. Major sectors of employment are pharmaceutical companies, cosmetic companies, agriculture, food and nutrition, etc.
5. Allied Medicine: Someone keen to pursue medical but not confine to just physicians and surgeons can explore allied medical services. These professionals help the doctors in their job. Some areas are radiology, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, clinical research etc.
6. Astrobiologists: As the name suggests, astrobiology is the study of life in the universe. They study the evolution, origins and future of life in the universe. This relatively new field is rapidly gaining popularity because of the unique job profile and increased space excursions. Although much of the scope in this field is outside India.

A plethora of opportunities exist in any field today. It’s important to go beyond the hearsay and find exciting career pathways.

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Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) declared it’s class XIIth board result on May 2nd, in a record time of 28 days after the last examination. With a pass percentage of 83.94, CBSE recorded a growth of 0.39% in pass percentage.
Congratulations to everyone who did well in exams and is now excited to begin perhaps the most exciting journey of college!

To those who were not able to perform very well, we have only one advice, this is not it!
It can be disheartening to see low scores, but the point to remember is that this result is a tiny part of the bigger picture. Some strategies that may help those who are feeling distressed right now can be:

1. Accepting the result: A poor result can come as a shock to many students, it’s important to accept the result. Doing so, one should remember that results do not define your self worth and one bad grade does not close doors to success. We are living in a time where having the right skills are more important than having a fancy degree!
2. Be open to change: Low scores can change the decisions you will have to make about colleges or careers. There are more career opportunities out there than one can imagine and you might actually be more suited for a career you have never thought about! Keeping an open mind and not letting this tiny bump in the road deter you from your path to greatness is very important. It’s the perfect opportunity to explore your interests and find your true calling!
3. Start the coping process: No matter how gloomy the world looks right now, it’s important to remember that a change will come. Students tend to bottle up their feelings and indulge is self shaming and self loathing. Instead of blaming yourself for not being enough or not doing enough, channel that energy into positive pursuits. It’s important to let the feelings out so go ahead, scream on top of your voice or dance it out, but once that is done, invest all your energy into telling yourself that you will get through this.
4. Start formulating the new plan of action: The most important thing is to keep going. Even if you feel like you can’t control what happens, it’s just not true. You are the captain of your ship, it will go in the direction in which you steer. Look for colleges that offer the course you are interested in but have relaxed entry requirements, or a course that is similar to your area of interest and can give you a solid foundation. There is more than one way to achieve a goal and if one door has closed, find the other one and get moving!
5. Ask for help: If you feel that you are not dealing with the pressure very well, talk! Talk to parents, friends, pets, whoever you feel close to. If you feel like shutting down and wallow in negative thoughts, tell your parents how they can help. Seek experiences that you normally enjoy. If you feel like nothing is working, seek professional help. Consult a psychologist or a psychiatrist asap.

Kids today have the potential to make more risky career decisions than any other generation.
They have the tools to venture into the life of different professionals without leaving the comfort of their home. The only downside is that there is a greater conflict of opinions among children and their parents. While the parent might want to give children total freedom to choose a career, they unknowingly end up imposing their thought process on to their children.
Choosing a career is the most important decision that a child has to take. We expect children to make the right call with practically no experience into the ‘real world’.
It’s important to provide proper guidance and support to children at this stage. Some ways for parents to help their children make a decision are:

1. Remember that a child is not an extension of yourself: this does not mean that parents should just stop imposing their dreams on to their children, it’s also important to remember that the child might have different values and expectations from his career. Before you dismiss your child’s career choice as ‘impractical’, ask the child what is it that he wants to achieve through his dream career.

2. Have honest discussion: when talking to the child about your journey into the professional life, refrain from exaggerating your struggles or your achievements. Tell the kids about the realities of the job world, responsibilities that require attention, etc.

3. Seek professional help: if you feel the child is unable to figure out what he wants to do or what he wants to study, consult a career guidance professional. Psychometric assessments and counselling sessions can help the child identify the right career for himself.

4. Let them explore: give your child ample opportunities to explore as many career options as possible. This would include taking him to career fairs, inviting your friends from different professional background so that the child can interact and understand about different options.

Choosing a career is as daunting for the child as it is for the parent. Remaining a constant source of support and motivation for the child is the best role a parent can play in his journey to a successful career.