World Mental Health Day 2020: Importance and Why This Day is Used to Raise Awareness
4 years, 2 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2020: Importance and Why This Day is Used to Raise Awareness

News 18  

Every year on October 10, World Mental Health Day is observed globally. World Mental Health Day was first held in 1992, as a result of global advocacy by the World Federation for Mental Health, an organisation which now operates in more than 150 countries. “World Mental Health Day is an opportunity for the world to come together and begin redressing the historic neglect of mental health,” said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization. This is why the theme of World Mental Health Day this year is ‘Move for mental health: Increased investment in mental health’.

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World Meditation Day: Feeling low? Here’s how to take care of mental health according to spiritual guru Ravi Shankar
3 days, 14 hours 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 …

World Meditation Day 2024: History, significance, and all you need to know
3 days, 19 hours ago

World Meditation Day 2024: History, significance, and all you need to know

India Today  

World Meditation Day is an important occasion dedicated to encouraging people around the globe to practice meditation and embrace mindfulness. In 2024, World Meditation Day will be celebrated with even more significance as people seek ways to enhance their mental health in today’s fast-paced world. Furthermore, World Meditation Day helps bridge gaps between different cultures and communities, as meditation practices …

At Paris 2024, India to prioritise mental health
5 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 …

World Schizophrenia Day 2024: Theme, Significance, Quotes & Ways To Observe
7 months ago

World Schizophrenia Day 2024: Theme, Significance, Quotes & Ways To Observe

The Quint  

One of the most important ways to raise awareness about World Schizophrenia Awareness Day is to talk openly about the disorder. Donate to a Schizophrenia research organization- Your donation can help fund research that will lead to new treatments and a better understanding of the disorder. Attend a World Schizophrenia Awareness Day event- There are many events held around the …

Ministry picks May as national Mental Health Education Month
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Ministry picks May as national Mental Health Education Month

China Daily  

The Ministry of Education has designated the month of May as the national Mental Health Education Month to help raise awareness about the issue, it announced on Wednesday. Various educational activities will be held during the month, including a lecture that will focus on major mental health problems that students deal with, the ministry said. Wang Jiayi, vice-minister of education, …

‘My Health, My Right’ — a day that marks a call to action
8 months, 2 weeks ago

‘My Health, My Right’ — a day that marks a call to action

The Hindu  

April 7 marks the founding anniversary of the World Health Organization. I would like to see a region where ‘the right to health is enjoyed by everyone, starting from before birth, including the most vulnerable, and covering every community’. This is done by ensuring universal access to high-quality health services, and addressing underlying determinants of health, such as education, safe …

World Health Day 2024: Date, theme, history and significance
8 months, 2 weeks ago

World Health Day 2024: Date, theme, history and significance

Hindustan Times  

From longevity to happiness, health impacts all spheres of life. Observing World Health Day every year on April 7 is an effort in the same direction. World Health Day is aimed at raising awareness about global health issues and encourage people to live healthier. History and significance of World Health Day One of the 11 official global health campaigns spearheaded …

World Health Day 2024: Five strategies for enhancing your mental well-being
8 months, 2 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 …

World Health Day 2024: Date, Theme, History, Significance & Ways To Celebrate
8 months, 2 weeks ago

World Health Day 2024: Date, Theme, History, Significance & Ways To Celebrate

The Quint  

The significance of World Health Day can be understood by the WHO's objectives, which include improving the quality of life for all people through public health measures. The day also provides an opportunity to raise awareness about pressing health issues and promote universal access to healthcare for all. World Health Day is also an opportunity to reflect on the progress …

International Mind-Body Wellness Day 2024: Best tips to take care of your overall health
11 months, 3 weeks 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 must be upheld as a universal human right
1 year, 2 months ago

Mental health must be upheld as a universal human right

Al Jazeera  

As multiple crises are putting mental health under pressure, people must be guaranteed the right to better care. WHO’s Special Initiative for Mental Health is a good example of how scaling up capacity at the primary healthcare level can improve access to services for the people who need them most. Since 2019, the Special Initiative for Mental Health has extended …

It is Time to Reboot Mental Health Care - News18
1 year, 2 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 …

World Mental Health Day 2023: India Needs a Mental Health Minister - News18
1 year, 2 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, 2 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, …

World Mental Health Day 2023: How to safeguard mental health with comprehensive health insurance?
1 year, 2 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2023: How to safeguard mental health with comprehensive health insurance?

Live Mint  

When one thinks of insurance, mental health doesn’t necessarily top the priority list. October 10th is observed as the World Mental Health Day and it’s a chance to reflect upon the importance of preserving one’s mental health. Insurance policies often provide coverage for mental health conditions, including anxiety disorders, acute depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity condition, bipolar disorder, mood unrest, …

World Mental Health Day 2023: How to Improve Your Mental Health and Well-being!
1 year, 2 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, 2 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, 2 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 …

World Mental Health Day 2023: Wishes, Images, Messages and WhatsApp Greetings to Share With Your Loved Ones
1 year, 2 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2023: Wishes, Images, Messages and WhatsApp Greetings to Share With Your Loved Ones

News 18  

WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY 2023 WISHES: In recent times, the focus on mental health issues has gained significant importance, particularly in light of the global challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic over the past few years. World Mental Health Day 2023: Wishes Warm wishes on World Mental Health Day to you. Wishing you a very Happy World Mental Health Day. …

60% people with mental health issues don’t seek treatment in the early stage
1 year, 2 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, …

When is World Mental Health Day 2023? Date, Theme, History, Significance, and How to Celebrate
1 year, 2 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, 2 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, 2 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 …

Mental health awareness month: how to cope in the age of anxiety
1 year, 6 months ago

Mental health awareness month: how to cope in the age of anxiety

The Hindu  

People have become increasingly conscious of their physical well-being but mental health matters remain ignored. Inequality, political and economic instability, poverty, abuse, job loss, lack of meaning, according to him, are big reasons for mental health issues and come in the way of getting care. The author believes the way we think about mental health — as separate from physical …

Mind Matters: Why We Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week
1 year, 7 months ago

Mind Matters: Why We Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week

Hindustan Times  

Mental health is a critical factor in overall wellness and crucial to quality of life. As per the World Health Organization, one in four individuals across the globe will experience mental health problems at some point in their life. Mental Health Awareness Week, observed from 15 to 21 May this year, aims to raise public awareness of mental health issues …

World Health Day 2023: Theme, History, Significance and Celebrations
1 year, 8 months ago

World Health Day 2023: Theme, History, Significance and Celebrations

News 18  

WORLD HEALTH DAY 2023: April 7 is marked as World Health Day. The first World Health Day was celebrated on 22 July 1949, however, to encourage more student participation, the date was later changed to 7 April. The importance of improving the health conditions of people living in poor regions around the world has also been a major goal behind …

World Health Organization Turns 75: Theme, History and Significance of WHO on World Health Day 2023
1 year, 8 months ago

World Health Organization Turns 75: Theme, History and Significance of WHO on World Health Day 2023

News 18  

75TH ANNIVERSARY OF WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION: The World Health Organisation is an autonomous organisation that works under the United Nations to promote health-related issues around the world. World Health Day 2023: Theme This year is the 75th anniversary of the WHO. World Health Day 2023: History The United Nations was formed on October 24, 1945, with an aim to promote …

World Health Day 2023: Listen to These 10 Podcasts and Audiobooks for Expert Health Advice
1 year, 8 months ago

World Health Day 2023: Listen to These 10 Podcasts and Audiobooks for Expert Health Advice

News 18  

A healthy way of life is not a means to an end but a requisite to function and live a fulfilling life. This year the theme of World Health Day is ‘Health For All’; to mark the same, we have curated a list of 10 must-listen audiobooks and podcasts on Audible. Then this must-listen podcast featuring Chanakya’s Seven Pillars construct …

International Men’s Day 2022: Tips for men to take care of their mental health
2 years, 1 month ago

International Men’s Day 2022: Tips for men to take care of their mental health

Hindustan Times  

International Men’s Day 2022: The special day is here. Celebrated annually on November 19 all over the world, International Men’s Day is the day when awareness on the wellbeing and the struggles of men in their lives are raised. International Men’s Day 2022: Tips for men to take care of their mental health It is a general notion that women …

We can’t talk about mental health without exploring inequality
2 years, 2 months ago

We can’t talk about mental health without exploring inequality

The Independent  

Today, Monday 10 October, is World Mental Health Day. Inequality in the UK – in the form of real-terms cuts to benefits and public services; in the trauma of structural racism, sexism, homophobia and transphobia; in an entrenched class system that keeps people poor and disenfranchised; in a political culture that blames the powerless for the social havoc wrought by …

Lily Collins, Jessica Alba, Selena Gomez and Paris Hilton lead stars marking World Mental Health Day
2 years, 2 months ago

Lily Collins, Jessica Alba, Selena Gomez and Paris Hilton lead stars marking World Mental Health Day

Daily Mail  

Various celebrities took to social media on Monday to mark World Mental Health Day - a day meant to foster mental health education and advocacy against social stigma. Taking part: Lily Collins was one of many celebrities who took to social media on Monday to mark World Mental Health Day - a day meant to foster mental health education 'Throughout …

World Mental Health Day 2022: Decoding the link between money and mental health
2 years, 2 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2022: Decoding the link between money and mental health

Live Mint  

Your mind can have a decisive effect on how you deal with money. As we observe “World Mental Health Day” today, let us understand how this year’s theme “Make mental health and well-being for all a global priority” resonates with the very essence of our well-being, be it emotionally or financially. The burden of debt can then trigger mental issues …

Mental health issues like depression and anxiety on the rise globally
2 years, 2 months ago

Mental health issues like depression and anxiety on the rise globally

Hindustan Times  

October 10 is World Mental Health Day, a World Health Organization event to "raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health." We're working with countries to change their approaches so more people have access to support,ʺ Alison Schafer, technical advisor in WHOs Department of Mental Health, told DW. ʺIt's taken …

Make Mental Health a Global Priority; What Action India Can Take at Policy & Social Levels
2 years, 2 months ago

Make Mental Health a Global Priority; What Action India Can Take at Policy & Social Levels

News 18  

Across continents, every year, October 10 is observed as World Mental Health Day, with the goal to raise awareness about mental health and illness. This year’s theme for mental health, announced by the World Federation for Mental Health, is ‘Make mental health for all a global priority’. The first element is perhaps that of ‘priority.’ There is an urgent need …

World Mental Health Day 2022: Easy Tips to Manage Your Mental Health
2 years, 2 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2022: Easy Tips to Manage Your Mental Health

News 18  

World Mental Day, celebrated on October 10 all over the globe, is a great initiative to spread awareness about issues pertaining to mental health. During a time when the whole world has been facing the bout of the pandemic, apart from physical health, what has been severely impacted is our mental health. On this World Mental Health Day, let’s find …

World Mental Health Day 2022: 5 self-care tips to deal with your mental health problems
2 years, 2 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2022: 5 self-care tips to deal with your mental health problems

Firstpost  

Mental fitness refers to having and maintaining a state of well-being and cultivating awareness of how we think, behave and feel. Mental health includes psychological, emotional, and social well-being. Mental health includes more than the absence of a mental illness, it is important for your overall health and quality of life. Self-care plays an important role in maintaining your mental …

World Mental Health Day 2022: All you need to know about day's history and significance
2 years, 2 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2022: All you need to know about day's history and significance

Firstpost  

As per WHO, there has been a rise in both anxiety and depressive disorders by more than 25 percent during the first year of the pandemic. World Mental Health Day is celebrated on 10 October every year. The day aims to raise awareness about mental health issues around the world and promote efforts in support of mental health. The day …

World Mental Health Day 2022: Theme, History and Significance
2 years, 2 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2022: Theme, History and Significance

News 18  

World Mental Health Day is observed on October 10. In India, World Mental Health Day is marked on the final day of the Mental Health Awareness Campaign Week campaign, launched last year by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Below, we will look at this year’s theme for World Mental Health Day, its history and its significance. World Mental …

World Mental Health Day | Experts underline need for more psychiatrists, early identification
2 years, 2 months ago

World Mental Health Day | Experts underline need for more psychiatrists, early identification

The Hindu  

Healthcare experts on Sunday underlined the need for more psychiatrists and developing a support system to tackle mental health issues which they said worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic. On the eve of World Mental Health Day, they said the problem has grown rapidly and Covid contributed in bringing the topic out of the closet. World Mental Health Day is celebrated …

How, when, and where to seek mental health care
2 years, 2 months ago

How, when, and where to seek mental health care

Live Mint  

While browsing social media, you will find many self-help and wellness platforms that provide tips and tools to change your life or promote your mental health. On Global Mental Health Day, which falls on October 10, let's go back to the basics of mental health and mental healthcare to dispel any concerns and answer any of your lingering questions. First, …

World Health Day 2022: 5 expert tips to boost mental health, physical fitness
2 years, 8 months ago

World Health Day 2022: 5 expert tips to boost mental health, physical fitness

Hindustan Times  

Celebrated annually to draw attention to a specific health topic of concern to people all over the world, World Health Day is marked on April 7, the date that is also the anniversary of the founding of World Health Organisation in 1948. World Health Day 2022: 5 expert tips to boost mental health, physical fitness World Health Day also marks …

World Health Day 2022: Date, History, Theme and Significance
2 years, 8 months ago

World Health Day 2022: Date, History, Theme and Significance

News 18  

Ideal health includes not just physical but also mental and social well-being. WHO observes World Health Day every year on April 7, to spread awareness about the importance of general health and well-being around the world. The theme of World Health Day 2022 With a raging pandemic and other dangerous diseases, it is all the more important to be aware …

World Health Day 2022: Date, theme, history, significance
2 years, 8 months ago

World Health Day 2022: Date, theme, history, significance

India Today  

Health encompasses not only bodily well-being but also mental and social well-being. WORLD HEALTH DAY 2022: DATE World Health Day 2022 is celebrated every year on April 7 to recognize the widespread contributions of our medical faculty and the success of the World Health Organization. WORLD HEALTH DAY 2022: THEME The theme for World Health Day 2022 is ‘Our Planet, …

World Mental Health Day 2022: Does your medical insurance policy cover mental health issues too?
2 years, 8 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2022: Does your medical insurance policy cover mental health issues too?

Live Mint  

As a result of the pandemic, depression and mental health issues have become quite prevalent. Although most people tend to buy health insurance covers to avoid loosening their purse strings in the rare occasion of hospitalisation, there is a wide perception that medical insurance policies keep mental health-related illnesses out of their purview. And even if there is an awareness, …

World Diabetes Day: How diabetes can affect your mental health
3 years, 1 month ago

World Diabetes Day: How diabetes can affect your mental health

Hindustan Times  

World Diabetes Day 2021: While diabetes is known to increase risk of many diseases from heart ailments, stroke to kidney diseases, the metabolic disorder's impact on mental health is no less. Similarly, dealing with diabetes is not a one-directional job, it brings a lot of mental health issues with it which is known as diabetes distress and adversely affects your …

Equality in Mental Health: A Call for Human Rights and Justice
3 years, 2 months ago

Equality in Mental Health: A Call for Human Rights and Justice

The Quint  

Unmet health needs lead to absenteeism from school/work, increased suffering, shorter life expectancy, increased stigma, and poorer investments in mental health delivery services. When we look at mental health through an individualised lens, we put the burden of getting better/ maintaining optimal health on the said individual. The WHO definition of mental health that we referred to at the beginning, …

Countries in South-East Asia region must make mental healthcare reality for all: WHO
3 years, 2 months ago

Countries in South-East Asia region must make mental healthcare reality for all: WHO

The Hindu  

On the eve of World Mental Health Day, the World Health Organization on Saturday urged countries in the South-East Asia region to make mental healthcare for all a reality by strengthening services to meet increased needs and fill gaps exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Ms. Singh said WHO is assisting member states to scale up and close gaps in mental …

Malaika Arora makes a confession before World Mental Health Day: I survived because of yoga
3 years, 2 months ago

Malaika Arora makes a confession before World Mental Health Day: I survived because of yoga

Hindustan Times  

Mental Health Day 2021: Our mental health is as important as our physical health. And a day before the world celebrates World Mental Health Day 2021, on October 10, Bollywood's OG yogini Malaika Arora highlighted the same. Malaika Arora makes a confession before World Mental Health Day: I survived because of yoga World Mental Health Day will be celebrated on …

World Suicide Prevention Day 2021: History, Significance and All You Need to Know
3 years, 3 months ago

World Suicide Prevention Day 2021: History, Significance and All You Need to Know

News 18  

Every 40 seconds, someone ends their life; that’s almost 800,000 individuals per year worldwide, with low- and middle-income nations accounting for more than 75% of all suicides, as per WHO. In the wake of this issue, every year on September 10, World Suicide Prevention Day is observed. This notion is reinforced through World Suicide Prevention Day, which provides activities, information, …

World Schizophrenia Day 2021: Signs, symptoms, causes, and more
3 years, 7 months ago

World Schizophrenia Day 2021: Signs, symptoms, causes, and more

India Today  

Mental health is an integral and essential component of overall health as a human is not considered completely healthy without mental health. Schizophrenia is one of the most serious mental health disorders that impacts the daily life of the patient. Schizophrenia symptoms Schizophrenia is a serious mental disorder characterized by distortions in thinking, perception, emotions, language, sense of self, and …

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