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Symptoms of Depression in Teens
Akansha Sahay
August 5, 2023
15 Symptoms of Depression in Teens Is your teenage daughter or son simply experiencing the ups and downs of adolescence, or could they be displaying signs of depression? The teenage years can be challenging for both parents and children as they navigate the process of self-discovery. Understanding the symptoms of depression in teens is crucial to providing them with the…

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How to Help a Child Whose Parents are Struggling with Addiction
Akansha Sahay
July 22, 2023
Addiction is a serious problem that affects not only the person struggling with it but also those around them. You might know a child or teenager who is going through a tough time because of parental addiction. Whether you're a family member, guardian, teacher, or coach, you may feel unsure about how to help the child or if you should…

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What are some of the most popular therapies used for de-addiction treatment?
Akansha Sahay
June 28, 2023
Karan's life spiralled into addiction, leaving him broken and isolated. Seeking help, he enrolled in therapy, where he found understanding and guidance. Through therapy, he uncovered the root causes of his addiction and learned healthier coping mechanisms. With support from group sessions, Karan realised he wasn't alone and gained strength from shared experiences. Today, he continues his recovery journey, embracing…

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How to build a healthy relationship with social media
Akansha Sahay
June 21, 2023
“I’m an addict. I just get lost in Facebook,” said Cynthia Newton, a young mother, when asked why she was unable to help her preteen daughter with her homework. Newton confessed she found it hard not to spend her time chatting and browsing Facebook — a popular social media site with 3 billion monthly users. While this case may seem…

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How to deal with red flags in a relationship
Akansha Sahay
Human connection and relationships are a part of our life. They contribute to our mental health and well-being by giving us a feeling of belonging, love and compassion. But not all relationships are good for us. Some relationships might be toxic and affect our mental health in a negative way. Red flags in a relationship are warning signs that you…

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What is the Mental Health Act 2017
Akansha Sahay
Did you know that just a few years ago, the mental health law in India allowed judicial officers and mental health establishments to authorise long-stay admissions of persons with mental illness (PMI) — often against the informed consent and wishes of the individual? This law, known as the Indian Mental Health Act 1987, also mandated rigid and tedious license criteria…

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Mental health-related statutory bodies in India
Akansha Sahay
May 23, 2023
Is the mental health crisis now a pandemic growing within the Covid pandemic? The numbers certainly seem to say so. According to a scientific brief by the World Health Organization (WHO), the global prevalence of anxiety and depression grew by a massive 25% in the first year of the Covid-19 pandemic. WHO estimates that 1 in every 4 people will…

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Treatment options for body dysmorphia
Akansha Sahay
May 22, 2023
Body dysmorphia, a mental health condition characterized by a preoccupation with perceived flaws in one's appearance, can have a significant impact on an individual's well-being and quality of life. While it is normal to have some insecurities about one's appearance, body dysmorphia goes beyond that, leading to excessive distress and impairment in daily functioning. Seeking professional help is crucial for…

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How to stay healthy while working on a night shift
Akansha Sahay
Working late hours can turn even a dream job into a health nightmare. For Ravi (name changed), a software engineer, working remotely for international companies was a dream coming true. However, the irregular work timings with late nights to match the time zones of his clients soon began to take a toll on his health. Besides growing increasingly dependent on…

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Seven Signs of a Healthy Romantic Relationship
Akansha Sahay
May 15, 2023
Maybe you’ve just started dating someone, or maybe you’ve been in a relationship for over a decade. Irrespective of where one is in their relationship, this question has crossed everyone’s mind at some point: Am I in a healthy relationship? And no, just asking this question does not mean that you are in a bad relationship. It is, in fact,…

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How does sex addiction affect your mental health
Akansha Sahay
Sex is one of the primary physiological needs in human beings, along with air, food and water. Sex addiction is a lack of control over sexual thoughts, impulses and urges. While these are very natural to most human beings, in some people, it might be in excess and affect the individual’s life negatively. The ICD-11(International Classification of Diseases) diagnoses this…

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How does weed affect your brain
Akansha Sahay
April 14, 2023
“You might feel really hungry, or you might feel like passing out. But mostly, it will be the best feeling ever,” said a Quora user when asked, “How does it feel after smoking weed?” Many people report feeling happy or relaxed, but weed can also cause some negative effects like anxiety and paranoia.  Please note that Marijuana is illegal in…

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How to have a healthy sex life
Akansha Sahay
An unhealthy sex life could turn what may even seem like a match made in heaven into a hellish experience. Studies show that having an unhealthy sex life could lead to several mental, emotional, and physical problems for individuals. In fact, many countries also consider certain sexual problems, including abuse, as plausible grounds for divorce between married couples. Moreover, as…

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How to foster a healthy work climate?
Akansha Sahay
April 11, 2023
“Work is killing me!” is a commonly used turn of phrase. But did you know that one could actually die from work-related stress? The Japanese even have a term for it: karoshi. Identified first in Japan in the 1970s and gaining coverage internationally since 1992, the phenomenon of karoshi literally translates as “death by overwork”.  An increasing number of karoshi…

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Behavioural activation therapy: An easy way to uplift your mood
Akansha Sahay
April 3, 2023
Let's picture an individual with depression wants to improve their mood by engaging in more physical activity. The therapist and individual might start by identifying a larger goal, such as running a 5K race. However, the individual may feel overwhelmed by the prospect of running a 5K race, and may not know where to start. To help the individual achieve…

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