mental health

21Apr

World

Rishi Sunak To Reform ‘Sick Note Culture’ In UK Saying Work Is Good For Depression

During a speech on welfare reform, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called an end to the "sick note culture" of Britain which is commonly known as "fit notes". While delivering speech at the Centre for Social Justice in London, the Prime Minister said there is a "growing number of people who've become ...

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17Apr

Health

Hugs Can Soothe Pain, Anxiety, And Depression, Confirms Study

Ever had the moment when you feel horrible and then a loved one hugs you and everything feels better? Well, a recent study has confirmed that physical touch, including hugs, can do wonders for improving the mental and physical health of individuals. Research conducted by teams from Germany and th...

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27Mar

Health, Lifestyle

How To Cope With Anxiety: A Psychologist’s Guide For A Better Mental Health

As a psychologist, I encounter many individuals grappling with anxiety on a daily basis. Anxiety can be overwhelming, affecting various aspects of life, from work performance to personal relationships. However, it is important to remember that anxiety is a common human experience, and there are effe...

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14Feb

Education

How To Remain Stress-Free During Exams? Expert Said This

As the 10th and 12th Board exams are around the corner, students generally feel anxious about their performance in the exams. Irrespective of whether a student is the class topper or a backbencher, anxiety or exam-related stress do not differentiate them and impact everyone equally. Despite worki...

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13Feb

Education

Rajasthan: IIT-JEE Aspirant Found Dead In Kota Hostel; Fourth Case This Year

A fourth case of student suicide was reported from Rajasthan's Kota on Tuesday. A 16-year-old student who was preparing for Indian Institute of Technology - Joint Entrance Exam (IIT-JEE) found dead in his hostel room. Despite joint efforts to check such incidents, the alarming incidents are still on...

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2Feb

Education, Health

“Discourages Pressuring Young Minds To Perform Best In Every Aspect’: Delhi High Court

Hearing a petition in the alleged suicide last year by two IIT-Delhi students belonging to Schedule Caste (SC), Delhi High Court called upon the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) to put in conscious efforts to counselling students. The parents of the deceased sought the Court’s directions to r...

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29Jan

Education

Pariksha Pe Charcha 2024: 10 Highlights From PM Modi’s Interaction With Students

The 7th edition of ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ organised at 11 AM, at Bharat Mandapam, ITPO, New Delhi, emphasised on significant aspects of a student life including, friendship, health, stress management, technology use and adequate sleep during exams. He also strolled through the exhibition of handicraf...

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24Jan

Education

NMC Urged To Do Away With The Seat Leaving Bond Policy In Medical Colleges

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has asked states and UTs to remove seat leaving bond policy in medical colleges in order to create a supportive atmosphere to address mental health concerns of medical students. President of the Under Graduate Medical Education Board of the NMC, Dr Aruna V Va...

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1Jan

Health

Bridging The Mental Health Gap: A Hybrid Approach Integrating Technology And Trust

In the face of overwhelming demand and a growing mental health backlog exacerbated by recent global challenges, including the pandemic, geopolitical conflicts, and a cost of living crisis, the need for innovative solutions has never been more critical. As a psychiatrist with over two decades of expe...

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15Dec

Education

Mental Health Of Indian Students Abroad And Government’s Response

In its response to the questions Raised by an MP, N. K. Premachandran, on the issue of mental health of students studying abroad, the government refused to answer the question. Questions about the mental health of students were left without any reply from the external ministry. The issue assumes sig...

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