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Eco Survey: Quadruple psychiatrists, integrate mental health in schools

Even as experts acknowledge the challenge, they also point to a rising trend in the number of psychiatrists due to an increased number of postgraduate seats in recent years

Doom scrolling to cyberbullying: Economic Survey focuses on mental health

The Economic Survey for FY24 highlighted that mental health affects productivity more broadly than physical health issues and highlighted the socio-economic impacts of mental disorders

Eco Survey calls for action for rising mental health issues among Indians

The Economic Survey on Monday 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. Paying attention to mental health in society is both a health and an economic imperative, the policy document asserted while dwelling on the topic in a vast and detailed manner for the first time highlighting the various socio-economic repercussions of the issue. Mental health drags down productivity more widely in the ecosystem than individuals' physical health issues, it noted. Quoting the National Mental Health Survey (NMHS) 2015-16 data, the survey said 10.6 per cent of adults suffered from mental disorders in India while the treatment gap for mental disorders ranged between 70 to 92 per cent for different disorders. Further, as per the NMHS, the prevalence of mental morbidity was higher in urban metro regions (13.5 per cent) as compared to rural areas (6.9 per cent) and urban non-metro areas (4

Laughter the best medicine in Japan: Local govt passes new health law

Explained: Japan's Yamagata prefecture's has introduced a new laughter ordinance aiming to promote better physical and mental health in the community

Delhi HC dismisses plea to disqualify PM, cites petitioner's mental health

Petitioner Captain Deepak Kumar alleged PM Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah and Jyotiraditya Scindia took false oaths at the beginning of their term in office and conspired against him

NEET: How exam cancellations impact students' mental health, wallets & more

NEET row: Competitive exam cancellations and delays amid irregularities leave students' future in a state of limbo

International Yoga Day 2024: Here's how Yoga transforms your mental health

International Yoga Day 2024: Yoga, an ancient practice to improve physical and mental well-being, is practised around the world. Here's how yoga improves mental well-being

Why does the American Surgeon General want warning labels on social media?

Banning phones in schools to limited screen times at home: Vivek Murthy is advocating for proactive steps by all to safeguard mental health of the youth on social media platforms

Why does the American Surgeon General want warning labels on social media?

Banning phones in schools to limited screen times at home: Vivek Murthy is advocating for proactive steps by all to safeguard mental health of the youth on social media platforms

Health ministry's mental health helpline crosses 1 mn calls since inception

The programme aims to enhance nationwide mental health service delivery, offering multi-language support and facilitating communication between callers and mental health professionals

A malignant concern: India is fast emerging world's cancer capital

The report sheds light on the concerning rise of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in India, including cancer, diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, and mental health issues

Counselling to caring: What it takes to be in good health mentally

Acknowledging a friend or someone in the family needs attention is the first step, says mental health experts

Empower family physicians to give psychological first aid: Dr Parikh

Increasing awareness in the country about mental health, says consultant psychiatrist

Big plans ahead: Cipla looks for shot in the arm in niche areas

Open to licensing, collaboration in anti-diabetes space

Despite mental health benefits, over 50% women quit exercising: Study

A global study conducted by ASICS found that while reported positive results from exercising, time pressures and social responsibilities led to more than half of them to quit this healthy practice

You can now get cashless insurance for inpatient mental health care

Sukoon Health has collaborated with five insurers to offer cashless coverage for mental health treatments, enhancing accessibility and affordability in India

Climate change is fueling a different type of anxiety, say therapists

In her book A Field Guide to Climate Anxiety, Sarah Ray describes a student who had such severe "self-loathing eco-guilt" that she stopped consuming much at all, including food

NMC asks States, UTs to do away with seat leaving bond in medical colleges

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has urged the states and UTs to do away with the seat leaving bond policy in medical colleges to create a supportive environment for students and help address their mental health concerns. The NMC's Anti Ragging Committee recently recommended that instead of imposing a heavy seat leaving bond, states may consider debarring students who wish to leave the seat from admission in their state the next one year. In a letter addressed to the Principal Secretary, Health and Medical Education of all states and UTs, president of the Under Graduate Medical Education Board of the NMC, Dr Aruna V Vanikar said the Commission has received grievances pertaining to the "alarming levels of stress, anxiety, and depression" faced by medical students specially PG students across various institutions. These mental health challenges are primarily due to inability of the individual to acclimatise with a different environment prevailing within their new ...

What is Brain Fog? What are its causes, symptoms precautions, and more

Stress, less sleep, mood swings, or headaches are the possible symptoms of Brain Fog. Read to know more about Brain Fog symptoms, causes, precautions, treatment and more

India brimming with confidence, imbued with spirit of self-reliance: PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the country is imbued with the spirit of Viksit Bharat' and self-reliance, and asserted that this spirit and momentum has to be maintained in 2024 as well. In the 108th episode of Mann Ki Baat radio broadcast, Prime Minister Modi also emphasised on physical and mental health and highlighted several unique efforts for Fit India'. During the broadcast, Isha Foundation founder Sadhguru, Indian Women's Cricket Team Captain Harmanpreet Kaur, chess legend Vishwanathan Anand and actor Akshay Kumar shared their fitness tips. In his remarks, Modi said India is brimming with self-confidence and is imbued with the spirit of Viksit Bharat (developed India)' and self-reliance. We have to maintain the same spirit and momentum in 2024 as well, Modi said. He also said that India becoming an 'innovation hub' symbolises the fact that we are not going to stop. Modi also noted that India accomplished many special achievements this year, including the passa