Karnataka Youngster Showing New ways In Opening Up On Mental Health Issues
17-year-old Karnataka boy Lakshit Shakuntala has recently developed a podcast series addressing the increasing mental health problems among youngsters.
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Email Anxiety: A New Health Hazard For Young Indian Professionals
According to a AMX India study , nearly 58% of Indian professionals reported that they get anxious to constantly check their work emails every few hours since when remote working started.
Instagram To Bring Back Chronological Feed After Facing Scrutiny Over Its Effect On Young Users Mental Health
Instagram is planning to launch a version of the app with a chronological feed in 2022. The app has faced intense scrutiny over the potential… Read More »Instagram To Bring Back Chronological Feed After Facing Scrutiny Over Its Effect On Young Users Mental Health
Online Gaming Boom In India Taking A Toll On Users’ Mental Health
During the initial months of the nationwide lockdown, there was a 21% increase in the time spent on gaming apps which has adveresly affected the physical and mental health of individuals.
Adverse Effects Of Superstitions On Mental Health In India
Superstitious beliefs and practices along with health-seeking behavior, cultural diversity, and lack of literacy are some of the significant causes behind the mental morbidity rate in India.
Mental Health Affects Work Performance
Young employee Tarun Sharma shared how his pre-existing mental health issues affected his first job.
Women With PCOS Are Prone To Depression And Anxiety
PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) is the most common, complex hormone disorder in women, with prevalence of 3-22% in India (10% of adults and 20% of adolescents are suffering from this problem).
Mohali Cafe Amalgamates Delicious Food With Mental Well-Being
Psychology graduate Angel D’ Souza has recently launched ‘Your Sugar Daddy’ the first cafe in Mohali to serve delicious foods and raise mental health awareness.
Pandemic Blues Hits 14% Adolescents In India
According to a UNICEF report, around 14% of adolescents (15-24 years) in India are feeling depressed or having little interest in doing things during the ongoing pandemic.
Higher Risk Of Mental Health Problems Among City Dwellers In India
City dwellers in India are at a 40% higher risk of developing depression. Dementia, higher suicide rates, substance use disorders are more common in Indian cities.