World Health Day 2024: Five strategies for enhancing your mental well-being
11 months, 3 weeks ago

World Health Day 2024: Five strategies for enhancing your mental well-being

India TV News  

As we observe World Health Day this year under the theme “My Health, My Right,” it’s essential to shine a spotlight on mental health, an often overlooked aspect of well-being. According to the most recent survey conducted by India’s National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, nearly 150 million Indians require mental health care services. A study by the World Health Organization emphasizes the scale, projecting the economic toll of mental health disorders in India to be a staggering US$ 1.03 trillion. Let us use World Health Day 2024 to educate ourselves and others about the importance of mental well-being and work towards creating a more equitable society for everyone's physical and mental health.

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Women's mental health a ticking time-bomb in India: How to defuse crisis
1 week, 3 days ago

Women's mental health a ticking time-bomb in India: How to defuse crisis

India Today  

An alarming women’s mental health crisis is staring India and the world in the face. Despite such disturbing figures, stigma and societal taboos continue to keep scores of Indian women with mental health issues from seeking professional help. ‘Unveiling the Silent Struggle’, a report by Mpower, a mental health social enterprise of the Aditya Birla Education Trust, has found that …

India needs to invest more in mental health
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India needs to invest more in mental health

New Indian Express  

Mental ill-health is increasing globally, and India is no exception. The need of the hour for India is to invest in mental health manpower, services and research, to protect its tomorrow, said Dr Koushik Sinha Deb, additional professor, department of psychiatry, AIIMS. In an interview with Kavita Bajeli-Datt, he says people, especially in cities, nowadays are more open about discussing …

Only 3% of Indians have a healthy relationship with technology: Survey
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Only 3% of Indians have a healthy relationship with technology: Survey

India Today  

Brain Rot, Doomscrolling, Digital Dementia, Internet-Induced ADHD, Phantom Vibration Syndrome—these are some of the buzzwords people frequently throw around when discussing how technology is affecting everyone’s mental wellbeing. The State of Emotional Wellbeing Report 2024, released by 1to1help, reveals the many emotional wellbeing issues affecting Indians and the efforts that is needed to tackle them. Mental health issues are more …

Eliminating elitism in mental health
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Eliminating elitism in mental health

The Hindu  

The Ministry of Labour and Employment, in its year-end review report for 2024, stated that all States and Union Territories are expected to complete the process of harmonisation and pre-publication of draft rules for the new Labour Codes by March 31, 2025. Moreover, its conjoint reading with Sections 23 and 24 of the OSHWC provides a narrow connotation of ‘health,’ …

Overexposure to social media, lack of exercise, overwork have worsened mental well-being: Economic Survey 2024-25
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Overexposure to social media, lack of exercise, overwork have worsened mental well-being: Economic Survey 2024-25

The Hindu  

Overexposure to social media, lack of exercise, not spending enough time with one’s family and overwork have all worsened mental well-being among Indians, said the Economic Survey 2024-25, tabled in Parliament on Friday, January 31, 2025, by Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman. Hostile work cultures and excessive hours spent working at the desk can adversely affect …

Addressing mental health in high-stress professions
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Addressing mental health in high-stress professions

Hindustan Times  

Behind the safety and security of every nation lies an invisible burden borne by individuals in high-stakes professions. A striking example is the significant 40% reduction in suicides within the Central Industrial Security Force, a result of targeted mental health interventions through a public-private partnership with Mpower. While successful PPP collaborations show a blueprint, they highlight the need for systemic …

ThinkEdu 2025: Integrate mental health awareness into medical education, say experts
2 months ago

ThinkEdu 2025: Integrate mental health awareness into medical education, say experts

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: The 13th edition of the ThinkEdu Conclave 2025 spotlighted an issue that is often overlooked but deeply pervasive: India’s mental health crisis. Two eminent psychiatrists, Dr Pratima Murthy, Director of NIMHANS, and Dr Koushik Sinha Deb, Additional Professor of Psychiatry at All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi, dissected the layers of this growing concern and proposed solutions in …

Budget 2025: From AI in diagnostic to robotic surgeries to aesthetics, list of expectations for health sector
2 months ago

Budget 2025: From AI in diagnostic to robotic surgeries to aesthetics, list of expectations for health sector

India TV News  

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget for the financial year 2025-26 on February 1. According to National Health Accounts estimates, India's share of healthcare expenditure has declined from 64.2 per cent in 2013-14 to 39.4 per cent in 2021-22, but the journey towards Universal Health Coverage remains challenging. Based on this, investments in AI-driven solutions by the …

World Meditation Day: Feeling low? Here’s how to take care of mental health according to spiritual guru Ravi Shankar
3 months, 1 week ago

World Meditation Day: Feeling low? Here’s how to take care of mental health according to spiritual guru Ravi Shankar

Live Mint  

World Meditation Day: In a world where “feeling low” and experiencing “anxiety attacks” have become common, meditation emerges as a solution for addressing various mental health issues. The United Nations General Assembly, with India as a co-sponsor, has declared December 21 as World Meditation Day. Spiritual guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar delivers a keynote address at the inaugural session of …

Year ender 2024: Mental health trends and habits in workplace that everyone is talking about
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Year ender 2024: Mental health trends and habits in workplace that everyone is talking about

Hindustan Times  

Mental health issues in the workplace, though not a new phenomenon, have become increasingly prevalent in recent years due to the growing complexities of professional environments and the year 2024 was a game-changer in revolutionising mental well-being. Therapy, tech and trends: A 2024 mental health recap In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Upasana Raina, HR Director at GI Group Holding, …

India Backs UN Move to Declare December 21 as World Meditation Day
3 months, 3 weeks ago

India Backs UN Move to Declare December 21 as World Meditation Day

Deccan Chronicle  

New York: In a significant development, India co- The initiative, spearheaded by Sri Lanka and supported by multiple nations, including India, underscores the importance of meditation as a universal tool to combat stress and anxiety in the modern world. The resolution acknowledges the benefits of meditation in improving mental health, enhancing focus, and fostering a sense of harmony within individuals …

Why integrating wellbeing into workplace culture is key for India's growth
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Why integrating wellbeing into workplace culture is key for India's growth

India Today  

India's corporate landscape is experiencing significant changes. Ariz Rizvi, Head of Health Risk Management for India at Aon, has shared how integrating wellbeing into workplace culture is key for India's growth. Increasing employee engagement helps to mitigate the impact of strained mental health on workforce productivity, so organisations need to consider pairing mental health and wellbeing initiatives with strategies that …

Climate Change's Silent Toll: Mental Health in India Neglected
5 months ago

Climate Change's Silent Toll: Mental Health in India Neglected

Live Mint  

The article highlights the significant impact of climate change on mental health in India, with a focus on the underreported and often neglected economic cost of mental health. It emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to address this issue, including investments in mental health resilience, healthcare infrastructure, and climate adaptation strategies. The article stresses the importance of integrating mental …

India must focus beyond mental health to prevent suicide, says Lancet study
6 months, 2 weeks ago

India must focus beyond mental health to prevent suicide, says Lancet study

India TV News  

Every year on September 10, we commemorate World Suicide Prevention Day to increase awareness of the need to lessen stigma and promote candid discussions to prevent suicides. To reduce suicide cases in India, where over 170,000 lives are lost to suicide each year, it is crucial to focus on issues other than mental health, according to an expert in a …

Health Matters Newsletter: An Olympian feat to address mental health issues
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Health Matters Newsletter: An Olympian feat to address mental health issues

The Hindu  

It’s Olympic season, and India already has cause to rejoice, with Manu Bhaker’s bronze in the 10-metre air pistol event. In India, the National Mental Health Survey 2015-16, found that 10.6% of adults suffered from mental disorders, but the treatment gap ranged between a staggering 70% and 92% for different disorders. This year’s Economic Survey 2023-24, released ahead of the …

Economic Survey 2023-24 calls for paradigm shift to counter rising mental health issues among Indians
8 months, 1 week ago

Economic Survey 2023-24 calls for paradigm shift to counter rising mental health issues among Indians

The Hindu  

The Economic Survey 2023-24 on July 22 flagged a rise in mental health issues among Indians, calling for a paradigm shift towards a bottom-up, whole-of-community approach to address the problem. Economic Survey 2023-24 updates “Mental health drags down productivity more widely in the ecosystem than individuals’ physical health issues,” it noted. “To an extent, the denial is an outcome of …

At Paris 2024, India to prioritise mental health
8 months, 1 week ago

At Paris 2024, India to prioritise mental health

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru: Divya Jain spent a good part of the pandemic staring into tiny panels of anxious athletes on her Zoom screen. “The conventional idea of athletes needing mental support was largely to do with getting into a zone and reaching an optimal performance state,” said Parikh, Chairperson, Fortis National Mental Health Program. I wouldn’t have imagined that there would come …

Mental health at the non-profit workplace
10 months ago

Mental health at the non-profit workplace

Hindustan Times  

We often picture non-profit leaders as individuals who have sacrificed or foregone opportunities to earn wealth and have instead chosen to serve vulnerable communities in remote, rural settings. Mental health It was no surprise when 94% non-profit leaders who participated in Dasra’s upcoming flagship research on mental health admitted to struggling with work-life balance. With limited funding available, not all …

AI-powered app to assist people with mental health issues: Fortis Healthcare
11 months ago

AI-powered app to assist people with mental health issues: Fortis Healthcare

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: Fortis Healthcare on Wednesday launched an artificial intelligence-empowered application that could help people with mental health issues. 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’,” said Ashutosh Raghuvanshi, managing director and chief executive …

62.5pc Women Prioritize Mental Wellness Amid Workplace Stress
1 year ago

62.5pc Women Prioritize Mental Wellness Amid Workplace Stress

Deccan Chronicle  

On the occasion of International Women's Day, United We Care, an innovative deep-tech company dedicated to revolutionizing mental health and emotional wellness has conducted an extensive survey shedding light on the state of mental health among young women in India. With a substantial sample size of over 15,400 women and 13,260 men, the survey revealed notable insights into workplace stress, …

The genome that knows all
1 year ago

The genome that knows all

The Hindu  

In April 2003, there was much jubilation, justifiably so, across the world as the Human Genome Project announced that it had generated the first sequence of the human genome. “This has been a revolutionary initiative but going ahead we will need to sample many more thousands of genomes to pick out more, rare mutations.” The main outcomes of such an …

Mental health should be viewed as a component of overall well-being, says mental health professional
1 year ago

Mental health should be viewed as a component of overall well-being, says mental health professional

The Hindu  

The School of Social Work, Roshni Nilaya organised a national conference on “Sustainable well-being: A catalyst towards collective living” in association with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell on Friday. Speaking after inaugurating the conference here, Rameela Shekhar, mental health professional and trainer at Manashanthi Counselling, Research and Training Centre, Mangaluru, emphasised the importance of promoting sustainability and raising awareness about …

Self-reporting of mental disorders in India lower than actual burden: study
1 year, 1 month ago

Self-reporting of mental disorders in India lower than actual burden: study

The Hindu  

Social determinants play a vital role in access to healthcare and financial protection among individuals with mental disorders in India. Studies have shown that India needs to address gaps in access and financial protection for individuals with mental disorders to achieve Universal Health Coverage. Highlighting concerning trends regarding the reporting of mental disorders in India, a recent study by researchers …

Second phase of National Mental Health Survey to begin in a month
1 year, 1 month ago

Second phase of National Mental Health Survey to begin in a month

The Hindu  

February 07, 2024 10:37 pm | Updated February 11, 2024 01:47 pm IST - Bengaluru The second phase of the National Mental Health Survey that will be planned and conducted by NIMHANS is all set to begin in a month. Following that, the first National Mental Health Survey was undertaken during 2015-2016 in 12 States, covering nearly two-thirds of the …

Explained: Why younger generations in India seem so stressed
1 year, 1 month ago

Explained: Why younger generations in India seem so stressed

The Hindu  

Published : Jan 30, 2024 15:33 IST - 5 MINS READ Meghana AT, a theatre artist from Mumbai, is the creator of an interactive show “Plan B/C/D/E”. He also urged parents, relatives, and teachers to abstain from a “running commentary” on the students’ performance, saying it invites “negative comparisons” and is “detrimental to student’s mental well-being”. The pandemic “has fundamentally …

International Mind-Body Wellness Day 2024: Best tips to take care of your overall health
1 year, 2 months ago

International Mind-Body Wellness Day 2024: Best tips to take care of your overall health

India TV News  

The world observes International Mind-Body Wellness Day on January 3. On International Mind-Body Wellness Day 2024, let's explore the 5 best tips to take care of your overall health and improve your mind-body wellness. These activities not only help in improving physical health but also promote mental and emotional well-being. On this International Mind-Body Wellness Day, try starting a gratitude …

Mental Health in India | How does India tackle mental health issues among school children?
1 year, 5 months ago

Mental Health in India | How does India tackle mental health issues among school children?

The Hindu  

As per the National Mental Health Survey conducted in 2015-16, the prevalence of mental disorders among children between ages 13-17 was 7.3% in both genders. As per a report from United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund, any mental health programme in schools must include five pillars of support — an enabling learning environment, access to early intervention and mental health …

How accessible and affordable is mental healthcare in India
1 year, 5 months ago

How accessible and affordable is mental healthcare in India

The Hindu  

The story so far: Mental disorders are a major cause of disability worldwide, largely due to insufficient understanding, pervasive ignorance, and social stigma. Noting the increasing burden, a recent Standing Committee report tabled in Parliament highlighted that the high treatment gap for most illnesses was due to a lack of mental health professionals, poor infrastructure and stigma. The policy landscape …

It is Time to Reboot Mental Health Care - News18
1 year, 5 months ago

It is Time to Reboot Mental Health Care - News18

News 18  

Galloping Mental Illnesses In part I of the trilogy on the eve of World Mental Health Day, I began with the consensus estimate that 1 in 7 Indians are, at any point in time, suffering from one or the other mental illnesses with humungous personal, familial, social and national consequences and a growing economic cost to the economy of India …

How to celebrate World Mental Health Day
1 year, 5 months ago

How to celebrate World Mental Health Day

The Independent  

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Academia Needs to Play Stronger Role in Raising Mental Health Awareness in India - News18
1 year, 5 months ago

Academia Needs to Play Stronger Role in Raising Mental Health Awareness in India - News18

News 18  

In the contemporary world, mental health is a subject that is often discussed and verily being talked about regardless of age and gender. Educational institutions can also inform and engage the staff, parents, and students about the value of mental health by organising workshops, seminars, and awareness campaigns. This also raises the urgent demand for establishing clear rules and policies …

World Mental Health Day 2023: Deepika Padukone & Shah Rukh Khan; mental health issues in Bollywood
1 year, 5 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2023: Deepika Padukone & Shah Rukh Khan; mental health issues in Bollywood

Firstpost  

Deepika Padukone was the first person to open up about her struggles with depression. This helped many to open up about their mental health issues. I was having trouble focusing, had short breaths, and frequently lost it.” Deepika even established her own organisation, Live Love Laugh, to aid those who are struggling with mental illness. I want to make this …

World Mental Health Day 2023: India Needs a Mental Health Minister - News18
1 year, 5 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2023: India Needs a Mental Health Minister - News18

News 18  

On World Mental Health Day 2023, I appeal to our prime minister to hold a mental health camp every quarter for the Parliamentarians, both from the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. More than two decades ago, mental health camps at railway stations, initiated by the late Mr Gopal, a health activist, along with me received an overwhelming response. Instead, …

World Mental Health Day 2023: How can managing your finances effectively support your mental health?
1 year, 5 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2023: How can managing your finances effectively support your mental health?

Live Mint  

Your thoughts control your behaviour, which is why you must focus on how well your mind responds to fight or flight situations. As the world observes “World Mental Health Day 2023” today, it is essential to evaluate the relationship between mind and money for overall growth. Facilitates goal setting: Armed with a clear picture of your monthly income and expenses, …

Prioritising mental health in an urbanising world
1 year, 5 months ago

Prioritising mental health in an urbanising world

Hindustan Times  

Urbanisation is expanding at a rapid pace, and it is estimated that by 2050, approximately two-thirds of the global population will live in urban areas. The term ‘invisible’ is apt here – as mental health issues often go unnoticed due to the absence of ‘visible’ symptoms. This year, as we observe World Mental Health Day on October 10, the theme …

World Mental Health Day 2023: How to Improve Your Mental Health and Well-being!
1 year, 5 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2023: How to Improve Your Mental Health and Well-being!

News 18  

WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY 2023: Mental health is essential for our overall well-being and affects the way we think, feel, and act. The COVID-19 pandemic underscored the importance of paying attention to our daily mental health. World Mental Health Day, observed every year on October 10, serves as a global initiative to raise awareness, foster positive changes, and promote open …

World Mental Health Day 2023: Impact of Mental Health on Work and Relationships
1 year, 5 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2023: Impact of Mental Health on Work and Relationships

News 18  

World Mental Health Day, celebrated annually on October 10, is an occasion to raise awareness about mental health issues, reduce the stigma surrounding them, and encourage individuals to seek help when needed. WATCH: 10 Motivational Quotes On Mental Health Mental Health and Relationships Communication and Conflict ResolutionMental health issues can lead to difficulties in communication and conflict resolution within relationships. …

World Mental Health Day 2023: Different Types of Mental Health Conditions and Their Symptoms
1 year, 5 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2023: Different Types of Mental Health Conditions and Their Symptoms

News 18  

World Mental Health Day, observed annually on October 10, serves as a vital reminder to prioritise mental health. Understanding the various types of mental health conditions and being able to recognise their symptoms is essential in promoting early intervention and providing much-needed support. Let’s delve deeper into different types of mental health conditions and the key symptoms to look out …

Mental health and the floundering informal worker
1 year, 5 months ago

Mental health and the floundering informal worker

The Hindu  

The theme of World Mental Health Day this year is ‘mental health as a universal human right’. On one hand, decent work influences mental health in a positive way while on the other, unemployment, or unstable or precarious employment, workplace discrimination, or poor and particularly unsafe working environments, can all pose a risk to a worker’s mental health. These workers …

60% people with mental health issues don’t seek treatment in the early stage
1 year, 5 months ago

60% people with mental health issues don’t seek treatment in the early stage

Hindustan Times  

PUNE: While one in eight people around the globe live with a mental health condition, over 60% of the people do not seek treatment in the early stages of mental illness; choosing to do so only when the symptoms turn severe and disrupt their daily lives. While one in eight people around the globe live with a mental health condition, …

10 things you can do for your mental health every day
1 year, 5 months ago

10 things you can do for your mental health every day

Hindustan Times  

Unlike physical, signs of mental health issues are difficult to spot or not visible at first glimpse. While there are some mental health disorders that may be genetic, many others stem from lifestyle factors such as stress, lack of sleep, exercise, sunlight, and self care. One may take immediate measures for physical health conditions like fever, headache and muscle pain, …

World Mental Health Day | How does India address the burden of mental disorders?
1 year, 5 months ago

World Mental Health Day | How does India address the burden of mental disorders?

The Hindu  

The story so far: August marked the 41st anniversary of the National Mental Health Programme, a government initiative to address the burden of mental disorders. To achieve this objective, the Committee proposed to increase hospital beds and mental health institutions across the country, train human resources and establish a mental health department in the then-proposed All India Medical Institute. The …

When is World Mental Health Day 2023? Date, Theme, History, Significance, and How to Celebrate
1 year, 5 months ago

When is World Mental Health Day 2023? Date, Theme, History, Significance, and How to Celebrate

News 18  

World Mental Health Day, observed annually on October 10th, was established by the World Federation for Mental Health in 1992. WATCH: 10 Motivational Quotes On Mental Health World Mental Health Day: History The roots of World Mental Health Day trace back to the founding of the World Federation for Mental Health in 1948, London. One of its key annual activities …

Around one crore people suffer from severe mental health problems in India, says psychiatrist
1 year, 5 months ago

Around one crore people suffer from severe mental health problems in India, says psychiatrist

The Hindu  

Life will be smooth and balanced only when physical and mental health is in harmony. The disturbed mental health of humans leads to suicide, drug addiction, mobile habituation, abnormal behaviour and murders, according to M. Vijaya Gopal, a former Superintendent of the Government Hospital for Mental Care. At an awareness programme, organised at the Public Library here on Sunday, Dr. …

With 12 Deaths Per Month, India Losing More CAPF Personnel to Suicides Than in Action - News18
1 year, 5 months ago

With 12 Deaths Per Month, India Losing More CAPF Personnel to Suicides Than in Action - News18

News 18  

As many as 12 jawans of the Central Armed Police Forces are dying by suicide per month on an average — much more than those being killed in action — Ministry of Home Affairs data analysed by News18 shows. Since January 2020, at least 507 suicide cases have been reported in the CAPFs, ministry data up to July 2023 shows …

World Mental Health Day 2023: Know the importance of exercise for mental well-being
1 year, 5 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2023: Know the importance of exercise for mental well-being

India TV News  

World Mental Health Day is observed every year on October 10 to raise awareness and promote mental health education and advocacy. Here in this article, Dr Rohit Mehta PT, Senior Consultant, and Zonal Head Physio & Rehabilitation Department at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, has explained why exercise is important for mental well-being. Regular exercise has a substantial and …

What constitutes good mental health?
1 year, 5 months ago

What constitutes good mental health?

Hindustan Times  

October 10th is celebrated as World Mental Health Day with the aim of increasing awareness about the role mental health plays in our life. Often in workshops I conduct and in therapy sessions, I ask the question, ‘What do you think characterizes good mental health?’ What constitutes good mental health? The way I understand good mental health is that it …

India’s growing mental health issues compounded by poor infrastructure, low budgets
1 year, 6 months ago

India’s growing mental health issues compounded by poor infrastructure, low budgets

The Hindu  

Mental health-related issues are rising in India according to the Standing Committee on Health and Family Welfare, which tabled its 148th report on ‘Mental Health Care and Its Management in Contemporary Times’, in Parliament, earlier this month, cautioning that the country lags with inadequate staff, medical infrastructure and budgetary allocation. “The Committee, after analysing budget numbers, said allocation is woefully …

Mental health: Who bears the cost at the workplace?
1 year, 8 months ago

Mental health: Who bears the cost at the workplace?

Hindustan Times  

Humans are social beings. Soon enough laptop fatigue set in along with a host of other problems including mental health problems since humans are simply not genetically adept to deal with lives without the essential human connect. The mental health of the species underwent another drastic round of conditioning As per World Health Organization statistics, 15% of working-age adults were …

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