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 positive impact on mental health. Embracing regular exercise as part of a holistic approach to mental well-being can lead to significant and lasting benefits.

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World Healing Day 2024: Date, Theme, History, Significance, and Other Details
11 months ago

World Healing Day 2024: Date, Theme, History, Significance, and Other Details

The Quint  

The significance of World Healing Day is evident in the fact that it serves as a platform to educate millions of people around the world about the potential health benefits of mind-body practices. It also offers an opportunity to highlight the emerging medical research on the subject and promote research on the various mind-body practices as a means of achieving …

When is National Exercise Day 2024? Know date, history, significance and more
11 months, 1 week ago

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India TV News  

National Exercise Day is an annual event that underscores the vital role of physical activity in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. National Exercise Day 2024: Date Every year April 18 is dedicated to celebrating the importance of exercise and this year it falls on a Thursday. National Exercise Day 2024: History The roots of exercise stretch far back to ancient Greece, …

World Health Day 2024: Date, theme, history and significance
11 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
11 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 …

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 …

How to add physical activities to your routine for better mental health
1 year, 3 months ago

How to add physical activities to your routine for better mental health

India Today  

In the pursuit of mental wellness, scientific research underscores the profound impact of lifestyle choices. Exercise enhances mood and self-esteem while decreasing stress tendencies, a factor known to aggravate mental and physical diseases. Rucha Shrikhande Divekar, a clinical psychologist at Ruby Hall Clinic, Pune, shared parameters on how people can incorporate more physical activities into their daily routines. "The colour …

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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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 safeguard mental health with comprehensive health insurance?
1 year, 5 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, 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 …

World Mental Health Day 2023: Wishes, Images, Messages and WhatsApp Greetings to Share With Your Loved Ones
1 year, 5 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. …

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. …

Health Matters | Staying on the mental healthcare treadmill
1 year, 6 months ago

Health Matters | Staying on the mental healthcare treadmill

The Hindu  

Many a times in health care or medicine it seems as if we are running on a treadmill — we do the same things again and again, encounter the same diseases, spend energies on combatting them again and again, allocate resources to fuel awareness and prevention programmes. This past week, with World Suicide Prevention Day falling on September 10 and …

World Physical Therapy Day 2023: Date, history, and significance
1 year, 6 months ago

World Physical Therapy Day 2023: Date, history, and significance

India Today  

World Physical Therapy Day acknowledges and celebrates the significant role played by physical therapists and physiotherapists in promoting health and well-being. WORLD PHYSICAL THERAPY DAY 2023 DATE: World Physical Therapy Day is observed annually on September 8. HISTORY OF WORLD PHYSICAL THERAPY DAY: World Physical Therapy Day, also known as World PT Day, was established in 1996 by the World …

International Yoga Day 2023: 5 Yoga exercises you should try from today for optimal mental health
1 year, 9 months ago

International Yoga Day 2023: 5 Yoga exercises you should try from today for optimal mental health

Hindustan Times  

Yoga has long been recognised for its positive impact on mental health as the practice of Yoga encompasses physical postures, breathing techniques and meditation, all of which contribute to improving mental well-being. It offers a powerful and holistic approach to promoting mental health and well-being as through its combination of physical postures, breathwork and meditation, Yoga provides a multifaceted toolkit …

Mental health awareness month: how to cope in the age of anxiety
1 year, 10 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, 10 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 …

Celebrate World Health Day 2023 With These Smart Healthy Eating Habits
1 year, 11 months ago

Celebrate World Health Day 2023 With These Smart Healthy Eating Habits

News 18  

WORLD HEALTH DAY 2023: Every year on April 7, World Health Day is observed to spread awareness around worldwide health concerns and encourage individuals to adopt healthy behaviours, especially related to their eating habits. The day commemorates the founding of the World Health Organization in 1948. Small changes in your eating habits can lead to significant improvements in your overall …

World Health Day 2023: Listen to These 10 Podcasts and Audiobooks for Expert Health Advice
1 year, 11 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 …

Mental health issues like depression and anxiety on the rise globally
2 years, 5 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, 5 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, 5 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, 5 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, 5 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, 5 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, 5 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 …

World Mental Health Day: From Moodfit To Talkspace, Here Are 5 Apps Worth Checking Out
2 years, 5 months ago

World Mental Health Day: From Moodfit To Talkspace, Here Are 5 Apps Worth Checking Out

ABP News  

World Mental Health Day is observed on October 10 every year to spread awareness of mental health education across the globe. First observed in 1992 under the initiative of the World Federation for Mental Health, the global Mental Health Day is now observed across 150 nations. Mental health apps usually provide encouragement, general guidance, and some activities that you can …

When is Mental Health Awareness Week 2022 and what’s this year’s theme?
2 years, 10 months ago

When is Mental Health Awareness Week 2022 and what’s this year’s theme?

The Independent  

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One in three adults say mental health has deteriorated over past year – poll
2 years, 11 months ago

One in three adults say mental health has deteriorated over past year – poll

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy One in three adults believe their mental health has deteriorated …

World Health Day 2022: 5 expert tips to boost mental health, physical fitness
2 years, 11 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 Mental Health Day: 9 effective yoga poses to beat depression
3 years, 5 months ago

World Mental Health Day: 9 effective yoga poses to beat depression

Hindustan Times  

World Mental Health Day 2021: When it comes to mental health, Yoga is being increasingly trusted by health expert across the globe. There are many studies that prove the effectiveness of yoga in alleviating symptoms of depression and anxiety that are among the leading mental health issues all over the world today. A study published in Journal of Psychiatric Practice …

World Mental Health Day 2021: Tips on how to combat Mental Health issues in professional and personal life
3 years, 5 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2021: Tips on how to combat Mental Health issues in professional and personal life

India Today  

According to a recent LinkedIn report, more than half of India’s employed professionals are feeling stressed at work. The survey response of 3,881 professionals showcases that India’s overall workforce confidence remained steady with a composite score of above 55 from July 31 to September 24, 2021, but the last 18 months have adversely affected the mental health of working professionals …

Equality in Mental Health: A Call for Human Rights and Justice
3 years, 5 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, 5 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, 5 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 …

Can exercising help protect your mental health?
3 years, 10 months ago

Can exercising help protect your mental health?

Live Mint  

Death, despair and isolation haunts India as covid-19 is ripping through the country. There is evidence that exercise is beneficial for mental health; it reduces anxiety, depression, and counters negative moods; and it also improves self-esteem and cognitive functions, wrote researcher P Callaghan in his 2004 paper titled Exercise: A Neglected Intervention In Mental Health Care in the Journal of …

World Health Day: Kajol, Madhuri Dixit Nene, Shilpa Shetty Kundra advocate tips for 'mind, body and soul'
3 years, 11 months ago

World Health Day: Kajol, Madhuri Dixit Nene, Shilpa Shetty Kundra advocate tips for 'mind, body and soul'

Firstpost  

On World Health Day, Rakul Preet Singh, Madhuri Dixit Nene, Kajol among others shared tips to stay fit and healthy On the occasion of World Health Day today, 7 April, Bollywood celebrities urged their fans to stay fit and healthy. Shilpa Shetty Kundra shared a video wishing all her fans ‘Happy World Health Day’. ‘Dhak Dhak’ girl Madhuri Dixit Nene …

World Mental Health Day 2020: Importance and Why This Day is Used to Raise Awareness
4 years, 5 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 …

World Mental Health Day | Working towards a more whole me
4 years, 5 months ago

World Mental Health Day | Working towards a more whole me

Live Mint  

“You don’t get over it that easily. I have made my peace with it— mostly.” —Sohaila Abdulali, What We Talk About When We Talk About Rape As a survivor of child abuse, this line by Sohaila really helped me understand why the experience continued to haunt me into my adulthood. I mention this because I have come to understand, quite …

World Mental Health Day: Theme for 2020 focuses on increasing investment on psycho-social support amid pandemic
4 years, 5 months ago

World Mental Health Day: Theme for 2020 focuses on increasing investment on psycho-social support amid pandemic

Firstpost  

With the COVID-19 pandemic changing our lives considerably, mental health has become even more important World Mental Health Day 2020: World Mental Health Day, observed every year on 10 October, aims to create awareness about mental health issues around the world. World Mental Health Day 2020 theme According to World Federation for Mental Health the theme for World Mental Health …

World Mental Health Day 2020: How to Approach Therapy
4 years, 5 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2020: How to Approach Therapy

News 18  

World Mental Health Day is observed across the globe on October 10 to spread awareness about emerging mental health issues. While it may be recommended for the management of a condition, you do not have to be diagnosed with a mental health issue to seek therapy. There are various therapies which are used to treat mental health issues, some of …

World Mental Health Day 2020: A Look at This Year's Theme and How You Can Participate
4 years, 5 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2020: A Look at This Year's Theme and How You Can Participate

News 18  

World Mental Health Day is celebrated to create awareness among people about mental health issues like depression, anxiety and other mental illness. The theme of the World Mental Health Day 2020 is related to the need for investment in mental health. According to the World Federation for Mental Health, the World Mental Health Day theme in 2020 is “Mental Health …

World Health Day 2020: Date, history, theme, importance and inspirational quotes
4 years, 11 months ago

World Health Day 2020: Date, history, theme, importance and inspirational quotes

India Today  

Health is of paramount importance, it is a state of complete physical, mental and social well being. World Health Day 2020: Theme Each year there is a specific theme for World Health Day. The theme for World Health Day 2020 is to support nurses and midwives. World Health Day 2020: Here are some inspiring health quotes to encourage you to …

5 tweets on World Mental Health Day that will make you feel better
5 years, 5 months ago

5 tweets on World Mental Health Day that will make you feel better

India TV News  

Have you ever felt depressed, anxious to an extent where you perceived a strong urge to talk to someone, craved for someone's support? On this World Mental Health Day, October 10th, 2019, World Health Organisation started a “40 seconds of action” campaign to raise awareness on the scale of suicide around the world and the role that each of us …

World Mental Health Day: How much do you know about India's mental health? Take our quiz
6 years, 5 months ago

World Mental Health Day: How much do you know about India's mental health? Take our quiz

Firstpost  

Every year, 10 October is celebrated globally as World Health Day, with an aim to promote global mental health education, awareness and advocacy against social stigma. According to the National Mental Health Survey survey, people in the lower income group suffer more from mental health problems and these are the people with least access to mental health treatment. Have you …

World Mental Health Day 2018: Everything you need to know
6 years, 5 months ago

World Mental Health Day 2018: Everything you need to know

Daily Mail  

World Mental Health Day was founded by the World Federation of Mental Health, with the objective of raising awareness of mental health issues and supporting all mental health stakeholders in their work changing attitudes. The World Health Organisation’s aim for World Mental Health Day is to focus on young people ‘In some cases, if not recognized and managed, these feelings …

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