Lisa Curry has posted an emotional plea on Instagram to “help all the Jaimis in this world” after losing her daughter at just 33 years old. Lisa Curry has opened up about the pain of losing her daughter in an emotional Instagram post, pleading for more mental health support. The former Olympian’s 33-year-old daughter, Jaimi, … Read more
The COVID-19 pandemic has increased mental health problems around the world in people of all ages. The stigma associated with mental health issues makes the situation in India even more alarming. According to a 2017 Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) report, nearly one in seven people suffer from mental disorders of varying severity in … Read more
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According to a new study from the University of Toronto, adults exposed to chronic domestic violence by parents have a high prevalence of depression, anxiety, and substance use disordersand lower levels of social support than their peers who did not experience childhood adversity. The study findings were published in the ‘Journal of Family Violence’. The … Read more
THE suicide of a 21-year-old MBBS student from Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH-32), Chandigarh, on April 18, has again put the spotlight on mental health, with a rapid and reported increase in cases of depression, stress, anxiety, paranoia, feelings of loneliness and isolation due to the pandemic. The psychiatry departments at PGI and GMCH-32 … Read more
From being short to having a body type that is too skinny, to having a pot belly, to being hyper-aware of their private parts. Yes, we are talking about the ‘less talked about’ social problem from male body shaming. Dr. Joseph Thomas, medical director of Medlounges, a body positive enthusiast believes it’s time for more … Read more
The narrative surrounding mental health in India is undergoing a positive change. Millennials and Gen-Z now feel comfortable talking about their issues, going to therapy, and even sharing memes to further normalize it. This development was even reflected in the recent Budget announcement, where a national telemental health program was introduced to provide free 24/7 … Read more
Nick Kyrgios has revealed worrying new details about his ongoing mental health issues. The divisive 26-year-old has had a rollercoaster summer but left the 2022 Australian Open an increasingly popular figure after a fairy tale to win the men’s doubles alongside Thanasi Kokkinakis. Kyrgios has repeatedly been a strong voice of support for those affected … Read more
Mental health has become a focus of attention during times of COVID. We have begun to accept mental health problems as a reality, which is a good step towards seeking professional help. Rapid urbanization, the breakdown of traditional families, living alone, increased competition in school, college, and the workplace all add to our moody feeling. … Read more