depression in india

Depression refers to feelings of severe despondency and dejection.

COVID-19 mental health fallout: Women more stressed than men during the lockdown

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, August 14, 2020 at 11:15am

Women are finding the pandemic more stressful than men due to a variety of reasons, including extra workload at home, family pressure, and lack of access to sanitary napkins.
Over 40 % Indians suffering from depression triggered by COVID-19 pandemic: Survey

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, July 29, 2020 at 01:54pm

A large number of people feel little interest in doing things these days reveals a survey. Depression is a serious but treatable mood disorder. Watch out for the warning signs to seek treatment.
How pesticide exposure affects your brain and leads to depression

Posted By Juhi Kumari, July 12, 2019 at 01:00pm

Pesticides protect crops and facilitate their growth besides giving us protection from vector diseases. But, they come with their own share of drawbacks. Read on to know more about the side effects of pesticide exposure.
Your social media posts may help in diagnosing diabetes, depression and more

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, June 24, 2019 at 07:21pm

The words you use on your social media posts can reveal your health issues, according to researchers. They identified 21 conditions based on profile updates and posts.
Depression may increase risk of chronic diseases in women

Posted By IANS, June 02, 2019 at 10:26am

According to a study published in the journal American Psychological Association Health Psychology, experiencing depressive symptoms appear to amplify the risk of chronic illness.
Suffering from mental health problem like depression? These nutrients may help treat it

Posted By Editorial Team, May 30, 2019 at 11:13am

Are you consistently feeling sad and down? Have you lost pleasure in daily activities? If yes, you are suffering from depression.
Top 3 signs of clinical depression that you should watch out

Posted By Sreemoyee Chatterjee, October 22, 2018 at 07:27pm

Here are the top 3 common symptoms of clinical depression that you should be aware of in order to start the treatment early.
Getting depressed due to workplace stress? Here's how you can deal with it

Posted By Sreemoyee Chatterjee, October 18, 2018 at 03:21pm

6 ways how you can tackle stress at workplace and avoid getting depressed due to work pressure.
Now, doctors are seeking help of social media for early diagnosis of depression, shows study

Posted By Sreemoyee Chatterjee, October 18, 2018 at 03:08pm

Analysing language of Facebook posts can help doctors in diagnosing depression among the users, finds a study.
Psychedelic magic mushrooms can serve as potential drug for psychiatric conditions

Posted By Sreemoyee Chatterjee, October 12, 2018 at 07:20pm

Now psychedelic magic mushroom can serve as great therapeutic drug for psychiatric conditions like depression and anxiety.
Depression can be directly linked to cardiovascular issues, shows study

Posted By Sreemoyee Chatterjee, October 01, 2018 at 01:48am

A new study has shown that those who are depressed are more likely to suffer from cardiovascular diseases.
Cut the fantasy off: Depression is real and the myths have been busted

Posted By Sreemoyee Chatterjee, September 14, 2018 at 06:39pm

Clearing out misconceptions is essential to understand a mental or physical health condition and treat it. Here are some common myths related to depression and all you have to know about the reality.
Tips to abate depression and suicidal tendency due to stress at work place

Posted By Sreemoyee Chatterjee, September 10, 2018 at 09:50pm

World Suicide Prevention Day: Here are ways by which you can avoid depression and easily overcome suicidal tendencies due to work pressure.
An ailing kidney puts your mind at stake: This is how

Posted By Sreemoyee Chatterjee, July 25, 2018 at 11:55pm

In case you are not aware of how chronic kidney disease can lead to an unstable mental condition, this is all you need to know.
Talking therapy not beneficial for schizophrenia treatment, finds study

Posted By Agencies, July 23, 2018 at 07:36pm

However, to date, there has been little evaluation of the effectiveness of CBTp on non-symptomatic outcomes in schizophrenia, the researchers stated.
Light Therapy, a bliss for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Posted By Sreemoyee Chatterjee, July 17, 2018 at 07:54pm

If you are suffering from Seasonal Affective Depresseion (SAD), light therapy is all you need to try to overcome.
Grapes could be the miracle drug for depression

Posted By Saswati Sarkar, July 13, 2018 at 02:28pm

Grapes come with some natural compounds that are effective in tackling stress-induced depression. They also protect your heart. Have a handful of this fruit every day.
Dear Ministry of Health, you got the whole point about depression all WRONG!

Posted By Debjani Arora, June 27, 2018 at 08:57pm

No, depression is not just about the low mood that affects a person's thought, behaviour, feeling & sense of well-being.