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Find news, articles, stories, anecdotes, testimonials, from all over the world about mental well-being, motivation and awareness.
1 May, 2024
Around 15 per cent of people suffer from mental illness, but that doesn’t mean the other 85 per cent don’t need assistance at all.
Dr Samir Parikh, director of the department of mental health and behavioural sciences, Fortis Healthcare, explains how technology can help bridge the mental healthcare gap.
30 April, 2024
Mental health involves emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Mental health plays a crucial role in how we think, feel, and act, and it also helps in determining how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices.
However, the status of mental health continues to deteriorate globally. A 2023 study published in The Lancet Psychiatry journal revealed that one out of every two people in the world will develop a mental health disorder in their lifetime. According to the study, the most common mental illnesses were mood disorders, such as major depression or anxiety, and that the risk of certain mental disorders differed by sex.
29 April, 2024
Dancing makes the heart and mind happy and India is the birthplace of many popular dance forms. Indian dance forms are deeply rooted in tradition, mythology, and religion.
Each danceform has a different style and many have even gained global recognition. Dance forms like Odishi, Bharatnatyam, Kathak, Kuchipudi, Kathakali are a few forms that can help build mental resilience.
27 April, 2024
The National Medical Commission's (NMC) anti-ragging cell has formed a national task force on the mental health and well-being of medical students. The task force is conducting an online survey of both medical students and faculty across medical colleges in India.
The task force has prepared a series of questions using a google form and encouraged all medical students and faculty members to take part in the survey. The deadline to submit the survey response is May 3, 2024.
26 April, 2024
34% of the 491 adolescents residing in an urban area in Delhi have been found to be suffering from common mental disorders, with 22.4% of them suffering from depression and 6.7% from anxiety.
At least 26 participants (5.3%) had used smoking tobacco (in the form of cigarettes, bidis or hookahs) and 25 participants (5.1%) had used smokeless tobacco such as gutkha, khaini or pan masala in their lifetime. Among users, the majority reported using smokeless tobacco almost daily (48%).
25 April, 2024
Fortis Healthcare CEO Ashutosh Raghuvanshi said ‘Adayu Mindfulness’ was more than an advancement in healthcare technology.
This new initiative not only emphasises our commitment to addressing the pervasive challenge of mental health but also showcases our innovative approach by integrating AI technology through our partnership with United We Care.
24 April, 2024
K-pop juggernauts BTS and UNICEF have launched the #OnMyMind campaign, a mental health initiative for young people worldwide.
This follows their successful Love Myself campaign that focused on self-esteem and ending violence against children.
23 April, 2024
Bollywood icon Alia Bhatt, who became a mother in 2022, once spoke about seeking therapy while opening up about her journey through motherhood, emphasising the importance of tending to her mental health.
Discussing her experiences further, in a separate interview with journalist Barkha Dutt on Mojo, Alia shared that her weekly therapy sessions have provided a space to express her fears and come to terms with the absence of a definitive guidebook on parenting.
22 April, 2024
The Centre for Asian Philanthropy India (CAPI) launched its landmark report, 'Mindful Investments: Philanthropy for Mental Health in India'.
This in-depth study underscores the critical funding gaps within India's mental health paradigm and is based on perspectives from 43 donors, nonprofit leaders, and mental health experts across 31 organizations.
20 April, 2024
According to reports and various analyses, India noted more than 48 thousand deaths due to suicides in 2022 while the number of incidents were more than 122 thousand for males and the reason for the same, among many were sense of isolation and mental disorders.
19 April, 2024
Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya's return to his former franchise Mumbai Indians has not gone down well for him in the first half of the Indian Premier League this season.
Amid the negativity, Hardik hasn't been able to perform up to his potential as a batter, bowler or a leader. In the first 7 games, MI only have three wins under new skipper Hardik.
18 April, 2024
Findings indicate the 3-day training may be a valuable first step for schools in low-income and middle-income countries to address student mental health needs.
The findings were published in a short research article in the journal Child and Adolescent Mental Health.
17 April, 2024
According to an official release, IWill, an Indian AI and digital health startup, received funding from Microsoft’s ‘AI for Accessibility’ program to accelerate IWill GITA, the World’s First Controlled Generative-AI Mental Health Companion in Hindi.
In 2022, Microsoft had funded IWill under the same program to accelerate and enable the development of IWill GITA in Hindi.
16 April, 2024
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, said during an interview that sports are quite important for his mental health. He added that jiu-jitsu helps him run Meta.
In June last year, during an episode of the Lex Fridman podcast, Zuckerberg had said that he and his friends train in jiu-jitsu together. He added that he went to a tournament of jiu-jitsu only after a friend of his convinced him to do so.
15 April, 2024
The man who fatally stabbed six people in Sydney had mental health issues in the past and there is no indication ideology was a motive in the attack in one of the city's busiest shopping centres, police said on Sunday.
The attacker, identified by police as 40-year-old Joel Cauchi, was known to police in the neighbouring state of Queensland, and police have spoken to his family after Saturday's attack.
13 April, 2024
Increasing use of social media and smartphones often cops the blame for an increase in youth mental health issues but the reality is not so simple.
In the UK, research by King's College London found people of all ages agree that young people are struggling with their mental health, with parents blaming the COVID pandemic. In Australia, mental health services are in a 'constant state of crisis'.
12 April, 2024
Be it binge-eating disorders or ADHD, help is around the corner. But it is important for parents to act on symptoms.
For parents, it’s easy to assume that our teenagers are carefree, living life, and have no worries in the world. Unfortunately, this is not always the case.
11 April, 2024
In an exclusive interview with India.com, singer-actor Sophie Choudry talked about 'How sitting at home and no work' affected her mental health during the pandemic.
"I was seeing so much trauma around, you know what was happening around our country was truly traumatic and people were really suffering. And my work is an entertainer and that's the first thing that completely shuts down."
10 April, 2024
A first-year Higher Secondary student from Cotton University allegedly took her own life on Tuesday.
According to official information, despite efforts to save her, she was declared dead at 4:30 A.M. on Wednesday.
9 April, 2024
When some girls were stopped from making reels in the Mahakaleshwar temple complex of Ujjain, they started fighting with the women security personnel present there.
Photography or videography is prohibited in the Mahakaleshwar temple complex. Reels are taking a heavy toll on the youth like a bad addiction.
8 April, 2024
The chances of major depression being hereditary are 40 to 50 per cent, while that for severe depression is higher. The cause of around 50 per cent cases of depression is genetic, according to Stanford Medicine.
An average person has a 20 to 30 per cent risk of developing depression, while a person whose parent or sibling has or had major depression has a two or three times greater risk of developing the disease.
6 April, 2024
Sania Mirza on friday said losses in a tournament not only affect an individual physically but also take a toll on mental health, while recalling that when she was playing, there was no discussion on the mental well-being of a sportsperson.
Mirza was in Delhi to inaugurate a boutique hospital by the name of Apollo Spectra and Apollo One Road.
5 April, 2024
A physically healthy Dutch woman opted to end her life legally in May as she struggled with her mental health throughout her life.
28-year old Zoraya said that she was very clear that if her mental health doesn’t get better, then she can’t do this anymore.
4 April, 2024
From stress management techniques to fostering self-compassion, each page is a testament to the transformative power of prioritising mental wellness in an increasingly chaotic world.
The stigma surrounding mental health remains a significant barrier to seeking help, compounded by cultural beliefs and misconceptions.
3 April, 2024
A group of students from Abertay University’s Division of Sport and Exercise Sciences completed Scotland’s Mental Health First Aid course.
Offered through the Duty of Care in Sport module, the course saw seven students from across six different sports programmes attend to gain the knowledge and skills needed to provide first responder guidance and support to people in distress.
2 April, 2024
Delhi health department pointed out how the air quality affects mental health and causes anxiety, however more data needs to be collected for Indian demography.
The Delhi government has submitted this report to the National Green Tribunal.
1 April, 2024
Boundaries are essential safeguards for partners, ensuring their love is unconditionally protected in the face of obstacles.
Boundaries for screentime, shared responsibilities and self-care seem to be the topline suggestions coming from psychologists for healthy modern relationships.
30 March, 2024
The theme for this year’s World Bipolar Disorder Day is ‘Bipolar Strong’, which aims to unite those who are living with bipolar disorder, bringing them together to educate, empathize, and empower them.
There is a substantially greater lifetime prevalence of bipolar disorder, impacting 1 in 60 individuals in India, in both males and females.
29 March, 2024
The Union education ministry, in a recent circular, has asked govt to help create more awareness in schools and educational institutions across Goa about the Centre’s Tele Manas toll-free mental health helpline.
The national helpline number, 14416, supports and provides assistance to those struggling with mental health issues.
28 March, 2024
With 140 million people over 60, India has the second-largest senior population in the world, behind only 250 million Chinese seniors.
15.8% of the variation in life satisfaction was explained by the independent factors taken together. We found that among older persons, the top three determinants of life satisfaction were felt discrimination (rank 3), self-rated health (rank 2), and living arrangements satisfaction (rank 1).
27 March, 2024
It isn’t social awareness but realisation of power imbalance that leads to depression.
The 2015-16 National Mental Health Survey of India revealed that one out of every 20 Indians was depressed, which means that over five per cent of Indians are struggling with depression.
26 March, 2024
In 2016, actor Deepika Padukone founded Bengaluru-based LiveLoveLaugh (LLL) Foundation, a charitable trust that aims to give hope to every person experiencing stress, anxiety, and depression.
As CEO of LLL, Deepika’s sister, Anisha Padukone, spearheads the organisation’s efforts in the mental health sector, focusing on delivering impactful change to marginalised communities.
24 March, 2024
Given the intense gravitational force that astronauts experience on the flight, physical and mental fitness of the highest levels are essential requisites for the four astronauts training in Bengaluru, say experts.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hands-over wings to astronauts-designate Shubanshu Shukla, Prashanth Balakrishnan Nair, Angad Prathap and Ajit Krishnan who have been selected to be the astronauts on India’s first crewed mission to space 'Gaganyaan Mission', at the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC).
23 March, 2024
The student developers of BraVRy, an innovative virtual reality (VR) mental health platform, understand the burdens that come with balancing academics, extracurriculars, social life, physical health and overall well-being.
Driven by their experiences and passion for mental wellness, when the opportunity arose late last year to participate in Alberta’s neurotechnology hackathon, natHACKS, the six members of the BraVRy team knew they wanted to address the stigma surrounding mental health treatment.
22 March, 2024
In a significant stride towards transforming mental healthcare in India, Sukoon Health, which opened India’s first NABH inpatient psychiatry hospital in Delhi, has announced the launch of its first state-of-the-art mental health facility in Bengaluru.
The launch of the Bengaluru hospital is its fourth hospital unit and reinforces its mission to enhance mental health and de-addiction care across India.
21 March, 2024
The latest edition of the World Happiness Report 2024 revealed a dismal picture of the mental health landscape in India, as the country ranked 126 out of 143 countries, even below war-ridden countries of Iraq, Ukraine and Palestine.
The report also revealed the happiness levels of young people below the age of 30 years, which showed that India ranked 127 in ‘Ranking of Happiness - the Young (Age below 30): 2021-2023’, which was topped by Lithuania, followed by Israel, Serbia, Iceland and Denmark in the top 5.
20 March, 2024
The University Mental Health Charter Award is a Universities UK and Student Minds scheme. It is part of The Charter Programme which brings together universities committed to making mental health a university-wide priority to share practice and create cultural change.
The ‘Award’ outcome recognises the success and progress King’s has made in this area, noting several examples of excellent and good practice, as well as making recommendations for further improvements.
19 March, 2024
Ravichandran Ashwin has revealed he decided to quit cricket in 2017 and mulled over doing an MBA to build a career in marketing.
The star India offspinner says that the pressure of playing professional cricket was such that it began having a negative impact on his personal life and a fight with his father one fine day left him in tears following which he stopped watching cricket.
18 March, 2024
The survey conducted in 8 Indian cities by Paigam in collaboration with the Indian Federation of App-based Transport found that a large chunk of workers work beyond 10 hours a day and earn below Rs 15,000 a month.
The long hours, coupled with the stress of navigating traffic and meeting tight deadlines, have a significant impact on physical health, said the report, titled ‘Prisoners On Wheels? Report on Working and Living Conditions of App-based Workers in India’.
16 March, 2024
The World Health Organization (WHO) dropped a bombshell on Tuesday, 12 March, revealing a staggering statistic: in countries across the Southeast Asia region, including India, a startling 95 out of 100 individuals are being denied the mental health care they need.
WHO advocates for the deinstitutionalisation of mental health care and offering recommendations tailored to each country's needs.
15 March, 2024
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT-K) has inititated significant steps to enhance student welfare initiatives with a focus on prioritizing mental health and well-being within the campus community.
Among the many initiatives, the Institute Counselling Service of IIT Kanpur on March 13 and 14 organized a ‘Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training’ in collaboration with professionals from the Suicide Prevention India Foundation (SPIF).
14 March, 2024
In a country known for its rich cultural tapestry and diversity, India’s mental health landscape is quietly evolving. Despite substantial strides in healthcare, the nation faces disparity in the availability of mental health professionals.
According to experts, there should be at least 3 psychiatrists for every 100,000 people, but India has only 0.75. It’s a concerning statistic, but it’s not just about numbers. It’s about people, their well-being, and the imperative need for awareness and compassion.
13 March, 2024
The state’s public health department plans to devise standard operating protocol (SOP) to address health issues linked with online gaming. Maharashtra features among the top states for online gaming, as indicated by industry experts, owing to its heightened internet penetration and higher per capita income.
Dheeraj Kumar, commissioner of health services, confirmed that the department has signed an MOU with the E-Gaming Federation (EGF) to promote responsible gaming by addressing addiction and online health risks.
12 March, 2024
The survey was conducted across 71 countries in which people over 400,000 people were questioned. Another aspect of the survey observed Britishers to be the most unhappy people worldwide.
The United Kingdom (UK) has ranked second worst on mental health index after it scored a low of 49 on Mental Health Quotient (MHQ) scale, according to a new survey.
11 March, 2024
Rishab Rikhiram Sharma, on a multi-city tour in India with his ‘Sitar for Mental Health’ music series, discusses the privileges of being a luthier’s son and explains why he adorns his hands with mehendi.
The New York-based 26-year-old is in India on a multi-city tour showcasing the ‘Sitar For Mental Health’ music series
9 March, 2024
Highlighting the significance of awareness about mental health, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday appealed to digital content creators to create content on the issue in local languages in an effort to reach out to the mass audience.
PM Modi, while addressing an event after presenting the first-ever National Creators Award at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, also acknowledged the work being done by several content creators regarding mental health.
8 March, 2024
Stressors and negativity can create a breeding ground for anxiety, depression, and burnout, particularly among women. Hormones play a crucial role in a woman's mental health and sexual well-being.
Pooja Priyamvada, mental health expert and Co-founder of Bharat Dialogues explains that hormonal fluctuations can manifest as disrupted sleep patterns, changes in appetite, and unexplained pains, leading to a sense of unease and deteriorated physical health. These shifts can also affect a woman's sexuality, influencing desire, arousal, and intimacy in relationships.
7 March, 2024
A groundbreaking study has shed light on the crucial role school belonging plays in shaping mental wellbeing in adolescents.
School belonging, characterised by positive affect towards school, strong relationships with teachers, and feeling socially valued, has long been associated with immediate benefits for students’ mental health.
6 March, 2024
A three-day training programme, entitled, “Positive Mental Health through Life Skills”, organized by the Women’s College, Aligarh Muslim University, and sponsored by the Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, was held on March 4.
Prof Naima Khatoon, Principal, Women’s College, drew attention to the increasing rate of suicides in students and stressed the importance of organizing awareness programmes to address cultural shock and adjustment issues in residential universities.
5 March, 2024
As per a report in The Guardian, a middle-aged woman named Melissa, living in Iowa, US, relies on AI to get through her day.
She has struggled with mental health issues all her life and says that using an AI chatbot is much more convenient than visiting a therapist.
4 March, 2024
Cultural good may hold the key for better mental health owing to its nutritional value and significance towards nurturing social connections.
Better social identity, gut-brain connection, the correlation between geographical and nutrition can all contribute towards a better mental health provision.
2 March, 2024
Priti Srivastava advocates for AI-driven emotional wellness screenings to detect distress early, aiming for a holistic healthcare approach.
Emotional wellness screenings serve as a proactive measure in identifying signs of emotional distress before they escalate into more severe mental health disorders.
1 March, 2024
Collaborative research led by the Healthy Lifespan Institute at the University of Sheffield that will create new approaches for diagnosis, treatment and support for people with Borderline Personality Disorder, has been awarded a share of £22.5m.
Research to transform care and outcomes in Borderline Personality Disorder will be led by Professor Scott Weich at the Healthy Lifespan Institute, at the University of Sheffield and hosted by Sheffield Health and Social Care NHS Foundation Trust.
29 February, 2024
Suicidal and self-harm tendencies among students can stem from a lot of factors, ranging from individual vulnerabilities like mental health conditions and past trauma to environmental stressors such as academic pressure and social isolation.
Over 35,000 students died by suicide in the country between 2019 and 2021, the Lok Sabha was informed in December last year. According to the data, the number of students who died by suicide in India rose by 70 percent between 2011 and 2021.
28 February, 2024
To address concerns related to depression and suicide among medical students, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has made a national task force to analyse factors contributing to these challenges and propose evidence-based strategies for improving mental health.
The 15-member task force comprises Dr B M Suresh, Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences (NIMHANS), as chairman.
27 February, 2024
In a session titled “Queen of Hearts: One Actor, Many Acts,” actress Kareena Kapoor Khan emphasized the importance of mental health, advising against getting caught up in social media.
“If I have happiness, then every other thing matters. If you don’t have mental health, then everything else is a waste. For me, that is the key, and self-preservation is crucial for happiness. It is a constant battle, and I love and enjoy it,” Kareena said.
26 February, 2024
With the waiting lists for NHS mental health services being months long, apps appear to have the potential to ease pressure and are relatively cheap.
To get around the problem of responsibility, many apps categorise themselves as wellness rather than therapy. They cannot offer advice that needs to be regulated, but they can point to services that might offer more help.
24 February, 2024
Speaking exclusively with India.com, Shumita Kakkar, Founder & COO, United We Care explained that the major factors that contribute to poor mental health at work include -excessive workload, long hours, inflexible hours; limited support from colleagues, unclear job roles, and discrimination, among others.
The good news is that businesses can mitigate these issues through a few tried-and-tested methods.
23 February, 2024
The Himachal Pradesh Government would strictly implement a Mental Health Policy as 6 per cent population of the state was under mental stress, minister Dhani Ram Shandil said in Vidhan Sabha on Friday.
The minister for Health and Family Welfare said that the government would appoint Psychiatrists and Counsellors in all 69 model health institutions of the state.
22 February, 2024
NIMHANS director Dr Pratima Murthy explains how social-cultural disadvantages push women towards mental health conditions and what they can do to ensure wellbeing.
People talk about genetics, familial risk, the environment where they might be. We spoke about domestic violence. Then, during childbirth or menstrual cycles, women may have hormonal differences, which make them more vulnerable. And, of course, the support systems. When it is a man with a problem, several family members come with the person. But when a woman comes for treatment, there’s very little social support.
21 February, 2024
A survey of over 250 Irish farmers found 20% had suicidal thoughts in the two previous weeks, and nearly 40% reported experiencing moderate to extremely severe stress.
In northern Belgium almost half of the 600 farmers surveyed said their job caused mental distress.
20 February, 2024
The rising cost of therapy is a barrier to seeking help, prompting many students and youngsters to turn to Artificial Intelligence (AI) as it is cost efficient and provides accessible, personalised, and timely support.
Students from different colleges and youngsters shall participate in Mental Health Santhe 2.0, an initiative by the department of mental health education, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (Nimhans), on Tuesday.
19 February, 2024
Until the early 1990s, Indian govt allowed NGOs to accept foreign aid as they could reach places that were difficult for the government to access. Policies changed with liberalisation.
"Investments were allowed in stock markets, private companies, and establishments. But any assistance to NGOs was looked upon as suspect,” Dr Vikram Patel said at the 40th year celebrations of Schizophrenia Research Foundation (SCARF) on Saturday.
17 February, 2024
Dr V K Paul, Member (Health), NITI Aayog inaugurated two-day National Workshop on Mental Health, in New Delhi on 15th February.
On this occasion, Dr Paul announced the merger of the KIRAN Mental Health Rehabilitation Helpline with TeleMANAS.
16 February, 2024
NYC Mayor Eric Adams' administration has sued social media platforms like TikTok, holding them reponsible for the alleged damage to youth mental health.
The lawsuit was filed in the California Superior Court since the companies are associated with the area.
15 February, 2024
Cardiff University’s Neuroscience and Mental Health Innovation Institute has partnered with Maastricht University’s Mental Health and Neuroscience Institute to unite research expertise in neuroscience and mental health research.
The partnership between the universities in Wales and the Netherlands aims to bring together researchers from across disciplines and facilitate collaboration, with the goal to further scientific understanding of the underlying causes of neurological and mental health conditions.
14 February, 2024
Department of Extension Education and Communication Management, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organised mental health lectures for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Guest speaker, Dr Satinder Kaur, a mind and behaviour specialist, delivered a lecture on ‘Youth and Mental Health’. She discussed the status of mental health in the younger generation and its importance in these modern times.
13 February, 2024
While singles face loneliness or isolation, those who are dating or married experience pressure and anxiety about their future life together.
It may also make some people feel sad, angry, lonely or depression.It's essential to respect the personal decisions people make about their relationships and avoid pressuring them to take things "to the next level."
12 February, 2024
As per the National Institutes of Health, approximately one-third of adolescents aged 13 to 18 are expected to go through a form of an anxiety disorder.
Given that the teenage years are marked by numerous newly experiencing challenges, anxiety is a typical response to these unexplored situations.
10 February, 2024
The doctor-population ratio in the country stands at 1:834 which is better than the WHO standard of 1:1000, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya presented at Lok Sabha on Friday.
As per the information by National Medical Commission (NMC), there are 13,08,009 allopathic doctors registered with the state medical councils and the National Medical Commission (NMC) as on June, 2022.
9 February, 2024
A Mumbai based private hospital conducted a media launched of a cyclothon from Pune to Mumbai to raise awareness on mental health issues.
This charity cycling event will take place on the 24th and 25th of February and will cover a distance of 170 KM, from Pune to Mumbai with over 200 cyclists participating.
8 February, 2024
NMHS-2 would also enquire into issues such as impact of pandemic. It is being planned across all 28 States and 8 Union Territories in the country.
Karnataka was not part of the first survey, which indicated that around 150 million individuals had mental illnesses that required treatment in India. Conducted on a nationally representative sample of 34,802 individuals.
7 February, 2024
85% of Indian adults expressing a desired inclination to set New Year's resolutions for 2024.
Physical wellness and personal finance emerged as the top areas of focus, with 76% and 69% of Indians prioritizing them, respectively.
6 February, 2024
Health and family welfare department of Orissa has issued a helpline number 14416 for students, who are facing mental health related issues while preparing for examinations.
This helpline will help students to deal with exam stress management.
5 February, 2024
Launched 3 years ago in response to mental health challenges caused by the pandemic, the BMC in association with Mpower created a helpline, has received a total of 1.19 lakh calls to date.
The free helpline, operational 24/7, aims to assist individuals dealing with stress, anxiety and depression.
3 February, 2024
Life coaches in India tread a path lined with cultural nuances and diverse needs.
Influenced by culture, society and the traditional norms, the coaching takes a multifaceted approach towards bettering lives.
2 February, 2024
The health department is all set to launch the Mano Chaitanya programme in a PHC in the city for the convenience of people who have common mental disorders like stress and depression.
Counselling and treatment will be made available as part of the Mano Chaitanya through a psychiatrist and counsellor at the PHC in Lady Hill, Manguluru, every Monday between 3pm and 5pm.
1 February, 2024
A recent study by Indian Institute of Technology, Jodhpur and USA's Ohio State University found that self reporting of mental illness is less than 1% for Indian population.
The data was collected from 5,55,115 individuals (3,25,232 rural and 2,29,232 urban), from randomly selected 8,077 villages and 6,181 urban areas, including 283 outpatient and 374 hospitalisation cases due to mental disorders in India.
31 January, 2024
Nearly 30% of the surveyed students were unaware that cannabis can affect a person’s ability to drive safely or that it can affect executive functions, including academic performance.
According to the WHO, it has become more closely linked to youth culture, with the age of initiation being usually lower than that for other drugs.
30 January, 2024
SAD or Seasonal Affective Disorder is a recurrent depressive disorder characterized by the onset of depressive symptoms during specific seasons, typically the fall and winter months.
It is noteworthy that SAD is not considered a separate disorder but is a type of depression.
29 January, 2024
A special screening of Zindagi Kashmakash was held at a city multiplex, and the gathering was filled with excitement and anticipation.
It was attended by the actors of the film Shiv Panditt, Tejaswini Kolhapure, Pavleen Gujral and the debut director Nirnimesh Dube.
27 January, 2024
More than 200 investors have invested in such firms in just the last 3 years, with startups such as Amaha, Wysa, Trijog and Lissun raising $25.4 million, of the total $42.7 million which has flowed into the industry so far, data from Tracxn shows.
However, some investors are concerned about the quality of mental health practitioners on digital healthcare platforms.
26 January, 2024
Among the Padma Shri awardees in Karnataka this time it is Dr CR Chandrashekar, popularly known as the people’s psychiatrist.
Dr Chandrashekar, who has authored 280 books on mental health in Kannada and 30 in English, has been on a mission to make mental healthcare accessible to all.
25 January, 2024
Mental health and sexual well-being are two fundamental yet often overlooked components of overall health, particularly in developing countries like India.
These latest advancements in generative AI enable chatbots to help with mental health issues by simulating therapeutic conversations and providing coping strategies.
24 January, 2024
Maternal Health Awareness Day is observed to raise awareness around postpartum health issues, maternal mortality and the importance of maternal healthcare post childbirth.
New mothers are at risk of a range of health complications and mental health issues after giving birth and need support to address these problems.
23 January, 2024
A critical deficiency in mental health professionals plagues India, with merely 0.3 psychiatrists, 0.07 psychologists, and 0.07 social workers available per 100,000 people.
A study by the World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes the scale, projecting the economic toll of mental health disorders in India to be a staggering US$ 1.03 trillion.
22 January, 2024
The woman, who lost her husband in October 2023, had petitioned the court in December seeking permission to terminate her pregnancy.
In a January 4 judgement, Justice Subramonium Prasad acknowledged the woman's right to reproductive choice and its extension not to procreate and allowed the termination despite surpassing the legal limit of 24 weeks for medical termination of pregnancy.
21 January, 2024
United We Care (UWC) is ushering in a new era of mental health support with the launch of Stella 2.0, a transformative shift from Generative AI to Cognitive AI.
Stella can interact in over 20+ languages, detect around 40+ human emotions, and has a world class intent detection with over 94% efficacy.
20 January, 2024
Tackling exam stress effectively requires effective preparation and learning habits. Relying on last-minute study sessions induces stress and hampers information retention.
Recognizing signs of stress and seeking professional help is important, especially for female students who are more susceptible to anxiety.
19 January, 2024
According to Bengaluru-based NIMHANS, an institute for mental health and neuroscience in India, the collaboration aims to improve the overall quality of life of persons with dementia and their family caregivers through various modalities
NIMHANS and DIA will conduct joint research projects to develop evidence-based best practices in dementia care
18 January, 2024
The Indian Medical Association (IMA), Goa, said that this year, it will focus on creating awareness about mental and emotional health among doctors as well as the general population, starting with children and adolescents.
Dr Vikram Patel, chair of Harvard University’s department of global health and social medicine, and Dr Abhijit Nadkarni, linked to the NGO Sangath, along with Dr Ravindra Agarwal, will act as chief mentors for Goa’s year-long programme.
17 January, 2024
Studies suggest a mental health connection with "resource dilution" exists when it comes to sibling dynamics.
From parents' love and attention to sharing amenities, the resources diminish as the number of siblings increase.
16 January, 2024
A shortage of vet doctors is well known especially in the United States, there is also a shortage of vet technicians that is unspoken of.
The general consensus of vet doctors and technicians have to deal with issues of student debt, employment and patient management.
15 January, 2024
Medical colleges in the Maharashtra state will soon have mentorship programs and peer support network owing to rise in concerns of mental health.
Two full time counsellors in the medical block on all campuses shall be made mandatory.
13 January, 2024
In an old Instagram post, Hrithik Roshan speaks about how therapy has helped him cope with his issues and problems.
He expresses that everyone must look within to seek the right answers and find inner peace.
12 January, 2024
NITI Aayog organized a national workshop at NIMHANS, Bengaluru, on how to strengthen Mental Health services in India.
The workshop started with referencing towards the Bellary model and the remaining workshop was divided into a panel discussion and three interactive round table meetings.
11 January, 2024
A staggering 35,950 students lost their lives to suicide between 2019-2021, averaging to an incident every 42 minutes.
According to PeakMind's survey, there has been a rise of 65% students between the ages 14-20 seeking counseling.
10 January, 2024
The Mumbai based mental health startup, Amaha, formerly known as InnerHour has raised $4.4m from Fireside Ventures in extended Series A funding.
According to TheKredible, Amaha has been valued at 177.2Cr or $21.35 million.
9 January, 2024
The body releases cortisol as a response to stress and experts suggest indicators that can elevate the hormone levels.
Digestive issues, decreased appetite, lack of sleep, weight fluctuation and mood swings among the top concerning indicators for elevated stress.
8 January, 2024
Ishan Kishan has pulled out of the remaining tests with South Africa citing personal issues, taking a mental health break.
Ishan was not happy that he was traveling without much of a game time.
6 January, 2024
Holistic approaches are emphasising on skincare routines for self-care purpose where individuals can reconnect with themselves and prioritise inner balance.
Skin Care routines work as a momento of self care allowing individuals to practically feel their need to having put themselves first for their well-being.
5 January, 2024
Chronic stress can increase the cortisol levels causing the testosterone production to decrease in males that may be aggravated due to oxidative stress.
Improved lifestyle through proper diet, exercise and ample sleep can begin to relieve these changes.
4 January, 2024
A 27 year old man from Sagar suffering allegedly from mental health issues had set ablaze two tires of an oil tanker in front of Indian Oil Depot.
Upon raising the alarm, the fire marshalls controlled the incident and a case of arson and vandalism is charged against the man to be found that he has been suffering from mental issues.
3 January, 2024
The various Bengaluru's elite have posed that family time and mental health have to be prirotized in the coming year of 2024.
From the likes of painters, musicians, actors, comedians and more, the common theme for what's in this year includes the signage for self-care.
2 January, 2024
Shruti Pathak has been showcasing her prowess in Kannada film industry with movies like Kasturi Mahal.
Her recent project, Friday, talks about road rage, a common sight in India and relatable to most of the population.
1 January, 2024
PM Modi on Sunday expressed his ideas towards a healthy mental health of the people of the nation that we should carry our high spirits in 2024.
He also spoke about the AI tool "Bhashini" that could be useful towards self help for mental health.
30 December, 2023
Experts understand the challenge that comes with the festive season for those who do not have an avid social circle.
Experts suggest self development skills, healthy lifestyle and time management to tackle the FOMO effects this new years.
29 December, 2023
Festivals seem to have a combined positive and negative effect on the mental health of people.
Where on one hand, they break the monotony of daily routines and allow people to engage in interpersonal interactions, itnalso contributed to feeling of aggravated loneliness for some population.
28 December, 2023
Many people use the word depression as a misnomer for how they feel. The feeling of sadness is labelled as depression and taken in that sense, causing one to overwhelm themselves on how they feel.
The inaccurate representation of mental health disorders can be harmful towards lifestyle management and general conduct.
27 December, 2023
The World Health Organisation (WHO) recently declared loneliness a ‘global public health concern’ indicated by isolation and stress caused by the pandemic.
The play, ‘Jump’, at Serendipity Arts Festival, focuses over the need to make the discourse surrounding suicide and mental health issues easy to access and discuss in Indian society.
26 December, 2023
Pregnant women suffering from anxiety and depression may be transferring their trauma to their children.
This supported by BCHADS study that began in 2016, concluded in 2023 with 912 mothers.
25 December, 2023
There's a need to reform the education system to transform into a holistic system of evaluation than a marks based system.
Between 2018 to 2022, a staggering 7,62,648 suicides were reported, with srudent suicides accounting for 59,239 cases.
23 December, 2023
Bang Si Hyuk the founder of HYBE, has earned widespread respect for his unique style of management and his laid emphasis on BTS' members mental health.
This unique perspective was highlighted after the release of the documentary "BTS Monuments: Beyond the Star".
22 December, 2023
The employee sponsored health insurances are all set to return to pre-pandemic levels where morbidities being the primary reason for claims so far by 2023.
No signage of mental health insurance highlighted in the programs despite mental health act of 2017 having it mandatory for insurance companies to include mental illness in their policies.
21 December, 2023
Doctors are overburdened with long hours, hectic schedules and mental health issues, leading to loneliness and depression as reported by Federation of All India Medical Association in a letter to Union Minister.
Round the clock voluntary task force involves Psychologists, psychiatrists and resident doctors to help with mental health issues of the medicos.
20 December, 2023
MasterChef India judge, Vikas Khanna, insists that the way we speak about physical fitness, we should also consider mental fitness the same way.
He speaks about how difficult it is in life to make it and to show up everyday to perform well, citing example of his Michelin Star expectations and how you have to deliver each time.
19 December, 2023
In a program led by Ashraya Hastha Trust, in association with health departments of Karnataka and NIMHANS have launched the program in 2 districts, Belir and Hasan.
The program is aimed to not only treat mental illness but to prevent it.
18 December, 2023
Mumbai HC has expressed displeasure for 3 patients who could not be reunited despite being discharged from the regional mental hospital.
The clause states that if the families do not accept the discharged patients, the patients remain admitted in the hospital for which Mumbai HC has questioned the provision for government homes.
16 December, 2023
To commemorate world disability day, the Schizophrenia Research Foundation India with Alliance Français of Madras conducted a theatrical exploration of mental illness.
The event was organized to raise awareness and destigmatize mental illness
15 December, 2023
A team of experts trainee by NIMHANS and Utttakhand government will conduct a survey to gather foundational information on mental health.
The primary aim of the program is find out the prevalence of learning disability, mental disturbances and disorders in children upto 17 years.
14 December, 2023
‘Manas Rang’ uses theatre, songs, drama and offers a platform for individuals to vent their emotions such as fear, hysteria and talk about mental health illnesses like schizophrenia.
3 new plays will be presented on December 24 at The Box in Pune. ‘Pokal Vasa’ written and directed by Ajit Sable, ‘Astitvachi Khichdi’ written and directed by Anil Koshti and ‘Andhar Oli’s Vision’ written and directed by Himanshu Smart will be presented at the festival.
13 December, 2023
Indian government has added two clauses in Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita for criminal offences towards women.
One clause dictates what qualifies as mental harassment towards women and the other dictates the term of punishment or imprisonment for the offender.
12 December, 2023
The state's Directorate of Medical Education and Research is in the process of developing SOPs for medical students to improve their mental well being.
The Maharashtra University of Health Sciences are in talks with the NGOs in order to provide mental health facilities for PG students to help them de-stress.
11 December, 2023
Alzhiemer's is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects millions across the world where the scientists now are diving into alternative reasoning in lifestyle choices and cognitive health.
Dietary patterns rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats have shown promise in reducing the risk of Alzheimer's.
9 December, 2023
By fostering emotional intelligence, building trust through active listening, normalising all emotions, and harnessing the healing power of nature, we can create a supportive and nurturing environment for our children.
A healthy home environment can help in creating trust based interpersonal bonds that can help the children in the future to hold and prioritize familial and friendship ties first.
8 December, 2023
Smartphones have become an integral part of our lives and using them over a period of hours can prove to be fatal for mental health.
4 or more hours of usage of smartphones is proving to show that it can be a cause of depression and substance abuse due to addiction like patterns.
7 December, 2023
An international team led by Professor Ian Hickie will research if the circadian rhythm dysregulation affects the depressive mood disorders.
The $5.4M grant will enable them to test the hypothesis and find the disturbances thst are underlying cause for people's mental health condition.
6 December, 2023
Although transgender are legally guaranteed to have equal healthcare, yet they are being denied so.
As per the ruling, hospitals are advised to have separate washroom and a wing for transgender and it is suggested to have atleast one hospital in the state that caters to transgenders especially.
5 December, 2023
In the digital era and with the help of modern technologies and AI, experts are turning to handwriting analysis for mental health diagnostic tool.
Psychologists and graphologists have come together to formulate the handwriting patterns to figure out the mental status of individual with remote analysis.
4 December, 2023
To honor the celebration of silver jubilee of Father Muller hospital, the Indian Psychiatric Society's women's and Mental health specialty section organized a 7th national symposium on women's mental health.
Women's mental health and perinatal care are two avenues that the hospital has worked and has achieved a lot.
2 December, 2023
ASHA workers in Gurgaon scanned 4000 people and recommended over 1300 for counseling.
The reach and diversified portfolio of ASHA workers allows them to have a wider and remote outreach with sensitized and professional approach towards mental health.
1 December, 2023
Binge eating amongst the young age generation is becoming a concern for mental health disorders in India.
The younger generation is more prone to be addicted to the junk lifestyle and be more lethargic towards self care and fall into a spiral of mental health issues.
30 November, 2023
Dr. Teoh, presented a report on effective interventions on supporting colleagues and managing workplace mental health of employees.
The three pillars over which the techniques were based on are prevention, support and rehabilitation.
29 November, 2023
Insecurities, lack of confidence and struggle to overcome challenges are then major challenges of the youth.
The mental health vulnerability does not come easy and the society's support becomes crucial to ensure that the younger generation gets the right learnings.
28 November, 2023
An event organized by UNICEF and Rotary International to mark the celebration of international children's day on November 20th had the children speak on various topics.
One of the marked topic became the right to express the needs for mental health of every individual that should be made inclusive or accessible to everyone.
27 November, 2023
The Canadian government imposing the 20 hour work week rule for the students is impacting the mental health for the workers working full time.
Having the authority letters to work, the full time workers have to compensate and work for less wages ending up with lower income in an inflated market.
25 November, 2023
With 24 wickets, Mohammad Shami was the highest wicket taker in world Cup 2023.
Shami has had quite ups and downs in personal and professional front leading him into a difficult phase of life.
24 November, 2023
Deepika Padukone led LiveLoveLaugh foundation in association with Association for People with Disability has enabled community based mental health interventions and self-sustainibility in providing mental healtgcare to Devangere town.
The community led mental health program began in 2016 with holistic approach to create mental health awareness to providing health support.
23 November, 2023
Psychologists insist that staying indoors and doing household chores without sunlight for a longer period can deeply affect emotional and mental health.
While physical ailments were on a rise, the mental health challenges have also increased since the time of the pandemic.
22 November, 2023
According to center of disease control, people who suffer from diabetes are 2-3 times more likely to suffer from depression.
Currently, along with medication, therapy is included as a line of treatment. However, a holistic approach and a multidimensional interaction between diet and mental wellbeing is needed to control the cause.
21 November, 2023
After the World Cup finals loss to Australia, the Indian population declared the oncoming Monday to be one of the saddest Mondays in sports history.
A company offered its employees one day holiday to recover from the the defeat and the email screenshot are being circulated on social media.
20 November, 2023
Munazah Shakeel, a Nguvu change leader has launched a campaign to provide better mental care to students in the Jammu and Kashmir region.
Over 13000 students died in India in 2021 averaging over 35 deaths per day. Munazah says to not assume that their mental health status is okay.
18 November, 2023
Recognizing gaslighting in a relationship may just be the first and most important step thats taken to liberate yourself from its clutches.
One of the most common tactics to handle gaslighting is countering. When the gaslighter challenges the memory events, leaving the victim perplexed, the victim can counter by asking certain questions to the gaslighter in order to challenge their certainty.
17 November, 2023
Mentica, a platform developed by Kolkata teenagers, provides professional, well-resesrched, digitally safe in real world environment mental health solutions for young boys and girls.
The platform follows the protocols of DSM-5 guidelines (Diagnosis and Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders) for mental health diagnosis.
3 November, 2023
To cater to the gap of 0.75 psychiatrists per 1 million of Indian population, the tele consultation therapists are able to do preliminary checks on people and provide primary support.
Tele-Manas has successfully catered to over 2,00,000 calls in a span of 9 months as per one of the reports.
2 November, 2023
There are now 42 operational Tele-Manas centers in 31 states and Union Territories with callers attending calls in 20 languages.
28.8% calls were related to general feelings of sadness; 27.6% of the calls pertained to sleep-related problems; 20.4% calls concerned anxiety; 10% of the calls were about relationship issues; 9.2% of the calls pertained to aggression; and 9.7% callers spoke of low interest in activities.
1 November, 2023
Narayan Murthy's statement on 70 hour work week has sparked a row on how much should an individual dedicate to a job.
Namita Thapar, the CEO of Emcure Pharmaceuticals has voiced opinion on when to find time for family and mental health provided that on an average 14-16 hours per day would be spent on the job.
31 October, 2023
Rishad Premji speaks on how speaking about mental health is the need of the hour and that it is normal to experience lows in your day.
He also insisted on relentlessly breaking the barrier to talk about mental health like we speak about physical health.
30 October, 2023
A nationwide study in India has found a link between smoking and menopause, early onset of depression and insomnia.
11.6% of smoking women were found to be experiencing early menopause as opposed to national average of 8.06%.
28 October, 2023
A study led by Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine concluded that children with Autisum Spectrum Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
After conducting a polygenic analysis, they found that children with ASD and ADHD we found to have progressively increasing screentime as their age progresses.
27 October, 2023
As per statistics, India has 0.29 psychiatrists per lakh of population while for children, the ratio is zero psychiatrists per lakh of population.
As of 2017, India had 25,312 psychiatrists in total with only 49 child psychiatrists amongst them.
26 October, 2023
Apple's upcoming mixed-reality headset, Vision Pro, may have mental health monitoring features. The headset's cameras and sensors could detect signs of depression, anxiety, stress, and post-traumatic stress disorder in users. It could then display images and sounds to improve the wearer's mood.
Apple is also exploring other healthcare use cases for Vision Pro, such as detecting mood through pupil dilation and screening for ailments like Parkinson's disease. However, concerns about effectiveness and regulatory obstacles may prevent these features from being released.
25 October, 2023
The lawsuit alleges that the Meta platform, Instagram, strives to ensure that the user spends as much time as possible on the platform.
Further, the lawsuit alleges that Meta knowingly does thus, as they are aware that the teenage brain is susceptible to gain approval in the form of "likes".
24 October, 2023
Nagpur doctors put forward a missive to get governor, gathering focus on strenuous working hours, poor hostel conditions and limited stipend.
At 25 medicos, including 11 PG students have taken their lives in last 5 years in Maharashtra.
23 October, 2023
On September 29, the guidelines given to the centers was to not admit students below the age of 14 (class 9) into coaching centers and also to not reveal the test scores directly to the students.
Earlier, the government had directed to install spring loaded fans to reduce suicide attempts amongst students.
21 October, 2023
Tobacco can reduce the effect of certain therapeutic approaches and medicines for improving mental health conditions. A staggering 15 crore people are suffering from one form of mental illness or the other.
Homeopathy takes a holistic approach towards treating mental health. These medicines are aimed towards restoring body and mental equilibrium.
20 October, 2023
India currently surmises the ratio of 0.75 psychiatrists per 1,00,000 of the population which is 4 times lower than the required ratio of 3 psychiatrists per 1,00,000.
This gap must begin to be bridged by certain awareness and compassion amongst people as to stand with each other in tough times to be able to curb the need for a psychiatrist.
19 October, 2023
The onset of menopause is causing multitude of problems in women including mental health issues.
About 9% have reported to have hot flashes and 7% have reported night sweats with another 7% reporting poor sleep.
18 October, 2023
There has been an upsurge of parents bringing in their children for mental health consultations over social media addiction.
As per the latest survey by LocalCircles, one in three parents have reported that their children have shown aggressive and depressed behaviour due to digital addictions.
17 October, 2023
By helping teachers do a better job can help create a better teaching environment that can be progressive for the nations future.
Teachers have addressed how non teaching assignments, meal distributions and other such tasks keep them from fulfilling their primary duties.
16 October, 2023
Unplugging is the new trend that is helping the newer generation cope with mental wellbeing with lifestyle changes.
Unplugging involves cutting out the addictive habits and behaviours majorly stemming from digital addiction causing one to be attached to the devices and multimedia for unprecedented hours.
14 October, 2023
Stats published by Indian Journal of Psychology shows that 95 out of 100 people have problems in accessing proper mental healthcare in India.
About 1 in 7 Indians suffer from a mental disorder with an onset from the age of 14.
13 October, 2023
The data shows that all age groups in India between 18-74 have had a decline in their mental health overall between 2020 and 2023.
While the worst decline is seen between the ages 18-24 during this period.
12 October, 2023
Online gambling has become a potential source for financial gain and for most part, a pervasive form of entertainment.
The addiction level that comes with the financial gain and the brunt of bearing losses can be potentially harmful for mental health.
11 October, 2023
The adolescent demographic of India between the ages 10-19 forms about 253 million. Attending this group for mental wellness can be crucial for nations future.
The young minds strive for economic and overall prosperity and if done in a mentally healthy ecosystem, can prove to be great for nations development.
10 October, 2023
Festive season can paradoxically affect the ones suffering due to mental health issues, causing them to overly reflect on the issues especially due to social isolation.
About 64% of those suffering with mental health issues find it difficult to manage their health during holidays.
9 October, 2023
NIMHANS heritage museum showcases how the institute developed over the years.
The history goes back as long as the year 1848 as seen in the lunatic asylum during the colonial times.
7 October, 2023
Dr. Kinjal Goyal, a pune based psychologist and a writer, speaks about how mental health is vital for overall health in people.
The idea of mental health first aid box comes from keeping and storing all the positive incidents and memories by putting in objects, photos, letters or any for of storage block that you can retrieve on a rainy day.
16 November, 2023
Dr. Adrian Lopresti is a psychologist who studies how supplements can impact the mental health of the individual.
Among his primary choices, fish oils, magnesium and ashwagandha make the cut.
15 November, 2023
Breathing toxic air for prolonged periods can impair brain function and cause mental issues to be triggered.
Prolonged exposure can cause cerebral inflammation, prefrontal cortex and hippocampus.
14 November, 2023
Approximately 98% of deepfake videos have adult content and India is considered as 6th most.vulnerable nation to prevalence of online adult deepfakes.
This puts the younger ones at a tough position between them being able to express themselves and them being cyber bullied to an extent of crime.
13 November, 2023
Psychiatric individuals are mostly seen to have been suffering from certain comorbidities and physical ailments that accompany their mental health issue.
Most ailments included metabolic diseases, hypertension, epilepsy, respiratory, vascular, kidney, and gastrointestinal diseases, as well as cancer.
11 November, 2023
The importance of festival brings about the idea of socializing and meeting your friends and family. This cancels out the tendency of staying in social isolation and can boost mental health.
The first step, experts say, that could be dressing up for the occasion to bring about the energy to break the isolation barrier.
10 November, 2023
Owing to an incident in Pune, where a driver reversed a bus, endangering the lives of passengers, a probe has been set to check the mental fitness of the driver.
Moreover, the PMPML, the municipal transport body has announced that they shall initiate a mental wellbeing program for the staff.
9 November, 2023
As per a survey from national sample poll organization, about 10% of students suffer from stress with test related issues looming to be on top, major factor.
However, there's a lack of specialised services, difficult economic background, escalating social issues and rise of cyber bullying.
8 November, 2023
Between February and March this year, 4 IIT-M students died by suicide. A survey done on 12000 students showed that 2% of them were highly stressed.
IIT-M faculty and dean have issued a notice that they would look after the mental health of the students and how the parents can also help in joining the cause.
7 November, 2023
NIMHANS also inked a pact with Pratiksha Trust, through which Kris Gopalakrishnan, Chairman of Axilor Ventures and Co-founder of Infosys, will provide a grant of £1.5 million to the collaboration.
The focus areas would be brain infections, child and maternal mental health, epilepsy, brain imaging and neurosciences.
6 November, 2023
Aditi Govitrikar has started a platform to cater to the needs of married women's mental health called Marvelous Mrs India.
Earlier on, she had started another venture called Morisons Baby for married women, and expectant or new mothers and catering to their mental health.
4 November, 2023
A prisoner is considered as guilty no matter they are released from the prison.
However, they may have been convicted, even after release, a prisoners life is never easy. The idea that they do have human rights is stripped off in society's eye.
3 November, 2023
To cater to the gap of 0.75 psychiatrists per 1 million of Indian population, the tele consultation therapists are able to do preliminary checks on people and provide primary support.
Tele-Manas has successfully catered to over 2,00,000 calls in a span of 9 months as per one of the reports.
6 October, 2023
Shadow work, that has gotten traction on tiktok is the new trend that is seemingly affordable for mental health care on the block.
It refers to the unconscious, repressed aspects of an individual’s personality that they may not be fully aware of. These aspects can include negative emotions, desires, fears, and traits that are often hidden or suppressed.
5 October, 2023
Insurance policies in India have begun to include mental illnesses in their drafts. However it is important to know of there are any caveats or exclusions for certain illnesses before you get a policy.
It is important to know which plan covers which segments of illnesses and to know the waiting period, exclusions or conditions if any.
4 October, 2023
The draft of the guidelines were formulated when incidents occurred with students preparing for competitive exams in Kota.
The draft document that entails early identification of stress is caller UMMEED.
3 October, 2023
A global study of 30000 Indians was done with them consuming Ultra Processed Foods (UPFs) on a regular basis.
Those who found to be consuming UPFs more than 3 times a day were found to be more depressed and struggling with their mental health than those who didn't.
2 October, 2023
University of Toronto has assured mental health support for Indian students and faculty, including immigration and visa support.
University of Toronto is home to over 2400 Indian students.
30 September, 2023
The press statement said that the Delhi center shall look after the mental health needs of the Delhites, helping them with multi modality approach.
Dr. Neerja Birla also unveiled a suicide prevention toolkit - HOPE.
29 September, 2023
A 2017 survey across 5 major cities of India showed that about 87% of people are aware of mental health problems in India.
However, the zeal to gain awareness is often curbed by the accessibility of a proper mental health service provider.
28 September, 2023
Himachal health minister Dhani Ram Shandil launched comprehensive and affordable mental health service in Himachal that would be available online.
The calls can be made on 14416 or 1800-891-4416 to reach out to counsellors.
27 September, 2023
Those suffering with anxiety and depression along with the struggle that comes with quitting tobacco and smoking, can really benefit with mental health interventions.
India is the second largest consumer of tobacco products.
26 September, 2023
The global mental health tech market shall be worth $18.9 Billion by 2032 with a 16% CAGR.
A market that was worth $6.9 Billion in 2022 has risen to $8.1 Billion in 2023.
25 September, 2023
Tele-Manas, a government run toll free helpline has clocked in 1000 calls in 1 year.
Goa tele-manas has provingly had one of the best responses in the country.
23 September, 2023
Anthropologist and Professor Barry Bogin insists that the height of children is adversely affected when under a lot of mental pressure. He's been involved in human development research for about 50 years.
Professor Bogin says the children should be appreciated and rewarded for their achievements and cultivating positive thoughts have a positive effect on the children's height and physical growth as well.
22 September, 2023
Mental healthcare act, 2017 dictates that insurance providers, including private ones must have mental health provision in their policies.
However, the accessibility creates a big gap between those seeking mental health support and the policies that remain stringent towards policy holders.
21 September, 2023
Experts are of the opinion that cycling, more than being a physical act of pedaling offers more in the terms of mental fitness.
Research now suggests that cycling reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases and even dementia, improving memory factors and brain health.
20 September, 2023
A global review involving 7 million fathers, show that the paternal mental health is very crucial in the ways it can affect their offspring.
The study found that there's a 42% higher risk of depression amongst children if their father was depressed.
19 September, 2023
The DUSU elections are taking place and after covid, mental health is one of the major concerns raised by the candidates.
Another concern raised is for the syllabus that needs to be updated as per current times.
18 September, 2023
The Tottenham Hotspur manager, Ande Postecoglou has brought attention to mental health in football after Richarlison crisis.
Richarlison has not scored since world cup and has revealed that he will seek mental health help for problems on and off field.
17 September, 2023
A lot of students studying abroad have said that it has become lonlier to stay out of country especially after covid-19 pandemic.
Studying abroad and the journey is often portrayed as an ideal and enjoyable experience, neglecting the realistic aspects and living conditions.
16 September, 2023
Parveen Sheikh from Mpower has observed that working class between the ages 25 to 40, from which 93% of them have mental health issues caused by stress at work place.
With no prevention strategy in place there is considerable loss in economy, finance and lowered nation's GDP.
15 September, 2023
About 43% of Indian employees are clinically stress or depressed, feeling anxious and completely isolated.
About 60% of the employees without emergency funds are likely to not be able to focus on work.
14 September, 2023
Bench comprising Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra took submissions for lawyer Gaurav Kumar Bansal for an MBBS aspirant.
A quota for "better methods for disability assessment" to be considered for medical aspirants with mental illnesses which National Medical Council appealed that can no longer be a selection criteria.
13 September, 2023
Rickshaw run India is a 3000km race across the nation, however, Thomas Dohm and Nicholas Hon participated to raise mental health awareness and destigmatize mental health issues.
The two have packed video conferencing facilities, regional language literature on mental health, and occasionally a mental health counsellor as well into their three-wheeler (which they call the ‘Happy Cab’)
12 September, 2023
Gaurav Burman has picked up 12.5% stakes in Mitsu, that provides guided self-therapy programmes.
Launched on both iOS and Android, Mitsu is founded by Amit Singh, former CEO of 3M, India.
11 September, 2023
Lt. governor VK Saxena has approved setting up of State Mental Health Authority pointing out a delay of 5 years in executing the same.
No immediate response was available over the allegation in delay from the side of Delhi government.
9 September, 2023
Naomi Osaka who popularly stepped out of a competition in Tokyo in 2022, has now returned to play the US Open this year.
The panel discussed about role of social media, mental health systems, parenting and "buddy" systems to tackle stress.
8 September, 2023
The new study associates ADHD with high incidences of suicide attempts, depression, PTSD and anorexia.
According to study, about 30% are prone to suicide attempt and 9% are prone to depression.
7 September, 2023
Thapar Institute of Counseling Cell hosted its inaugural event 'Luminescense' aimed at challenging barrier, eliminating stereotypes and dismantling taboos around mental health.
Event was organised by Mental Health Student Ambassadors, a student association of TIET.
6 September, 2023
The US Journal of National Library of Medicine has published in few of the studies that 22-23% of Indian women suffer through peri-natal depression, a comorbidity and a major public health challenge.
Global average is between 13-30% for middle to low income range countries.
5 September, 2023
The Parliamentary Committee report on mental health is crucial as it suggests that India currently has 0.75 psychiatrists per 1 lakh people while the accepted global average is 3 psychiatrists per 1 lakh of population.
The stress rate and professional gap his India puts the nation in the 2443 counting the years and revenue lost due to mental health hurdles.
4 September, 2023
The 21 year old student was studying Btech in Mathematics and Computing and was a student of Vindhyachal Hostel of the institute.
As per reports, the student was to vacate the room in June and could not qualify for a few subjects and was given a six month extension.
2 September, 2023
The obsession with fair skin and glutathione injections subliminally takes a toll on the mental health.
The urge to be pretty as per society standard and norms pushes the individual mindset off the edge and delve into financially and emotionally taxing activities.
1 September, 2023
Bombay HC has asked SMHA to speed up the release process for 1022 mental health patients declared fit and continued to be held at four mental health hospitals at Nagpur, Ratnagiri, Thane and Pune.
About 2672 patients are reported to have been admitted at these hospitals.
31 August, 2023
Naturopathic practices offer a comprehensive choices of strategies to effectively manage mental health conditions.
Expert shares naturopaths dive deep into the underlying triggers of an individual's anxiety for holistic resolution.
Naturopaths assume the role of educators, empowering individuals to actively participate in managing their health and fostering their overall well-being.
30 August, 2023
Study has revealed that candidates or employees who post on social media are viewed with a negative or vulnerable perception that stays throughout the evaluation process.
This perception can become an unnecessary hurdle in the display of performance and talent and are overlooked to be weak and unfit for the organization.
29 August, 2023
The initiative shall mainly feature mental health services for timely intervention and diagnosis of mental health issues.
The programme shall encompass psychological, emotional and social well-being of people.
28 August, 2023
Amidst many suicide cases surfacing from the students, corporate employees, farmers, the urge to spare time for mental health is on the rise.
The recent student suicide in Kota keeps the mental health urgency on a high pedestal.