Mental health

The World Health Organization defines mental health as ‘a state of well-being in which the individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to his or her community’. Mental health problems have really increased in the recent past with cases of conditions like depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, stress and other conditions along with a lack of healthcare facilities to deal with them which results in horrifying consequence including suicides. Nowadays, there’s a widespread movement to study the reason for mental health-related issues and also remove the stigma attached to them.

5 daily habits that can harm your mental health

Posted By Editorial Team, January 22, 2020 at 08:59am

Regardless of age, sex, social status, or race we are all at risk of developing mental health problems. Here are some everyday things that you need to change to improve your mental health.
Diet may impact mental health: Know what to eat to get the benefits

Posted By Editorial Team, January 09, 2020 at 11:06am

Our brains need nutrients to function and reseachers agree that diet might affect our mood. Here are some foods that are believed to improve mental health and wellness.
Post-traumatic stress disorder: A mental condition that induces intense emotional distress

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, January 08, 2020 at 12:59pm

Post-traumatic stress disorder is a debilitating mental health condition that can lead to severe depression and fear. Clinical intervention is a must for better health.
Stressed at work? Just keep a small plant at your work station

Posted By ANI, January 03, 2020 at 12:22pm

Study finds that indoor plants boost mental health and bring down stress levels, especially at work.
8 brain exercises to prolong your dwindling attention span

Posted By Editorial Team, December 31, 2019 at 08:04pm

Globally, human attention span is shrinking at an alarming rate. Here are some smart strategies that will help you stay focussed for long.
Are you prone to anxiety attacks? Deal with it naturally

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, December 31, 2019 at 06:24pm

Are you prone to anxiety attacks? You can easily take care of your condition naturally. Read on to know more.
Pregnant teens more likely to live in poor, have poor mental health

Posted By IANS, December 24, 2019 at 08:48am

Teenage pregnant women are also more likely to have depression during pregnancy. Researchers suggest addressing teenage mental illness during pregnancy to minimize the impact on their overall health and wellbeing.
Diet and Depression: What to Eat, What to Avoid

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, December 19, 2019 at 01:57pm

Medical treatment and counselling can better help relieve the symptoms of depression. But following a healthy diet can also help cope up with depression.
Are you constantly scared of some undiagnosed medical condition? You may be a hypochondriac

Posted By Editorial Team, December 16, 2019 at 11:41am

Do you Google your symptoms every time you feel something new and try to diagnose your condition? If yes, you may be a hypochondriac.
Pornography and poor decision-making: Are they connected?

Posted By IANS, December 10, 2019 at 10:33am

Turns out that watching pornography rewires your brain to a juvenile state, impacting many cognitive skills including judgement. It can also trigger compulsive behaviour.
Embrace healthy habits if you want your brain to tackle stress efficiently

Posted By ANI, December 10, 2019 at 10:31am

Yes, you can train your brain to handle stress effectively. Addictive behaviour doesn't allow it to do so. So, inculcate healthy habits.
Mind it: Your mental health may be at stake if you have a sweet tooth

Posted By Editorial Team, December 09, 2019 at 04:11pm

We don't factor in mental health when worrying about the impacts of sugar craving. However, a spate of studies suggests that we should not the mental health challenges that our sweet tooth comes with.
Social media addicts beware: It can give you an anxiety disorder

Posted By Paras Hemrajani, December 02, 2019 at 01:49am

According to a new study, excessive social media use, television viewing and computer use are linked with increased risk of anxiety among adolescents. Read on to know about other 'strange' sources of anxiety.
Prolonged confinement can lead to mental health issues as seen in Assange’s case

Posted By Paras Hemrajani, November 27, 2019 at 05:38pm

The infamous Julian Assange, currently in a top-security British prison, has potentially fatal mental health issues. Doctors say this is because of his confinement.
Are you constantly anxious? Go to sleep

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, November 16, 2019 at 09:01pm

Constant anxiety can be a problem as it can affect normal daily life. But you can easily manage this condition if you make small lifestyle changes.
Three top Australian cricketers stepped aside for mental health reasons

Posted By Editorial Team, November 16, 2019 at 08:32pm

Australian cricketers open up about their mental state and condition. So can you. Read on to know why it is important to talk about mental illnesses.
Fish oil supplements have no effect on anxiety: Study

Posted By IANS, November 05, 2019 at 08:57pm

Increased consumption of omega-3 fats is widely promoted globally because of a common belief that it will protect against conditions such as anxiety and depression, but researchers have now found that fish oil supplements have little or no effect on such conditions.
China okays sale of first home-grown Alzheimer's drug

Posted By IANS, November 04, 2019 at 08:10pm

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive brain disorder that impairs memory, affecting the ability of patients to carry out simple tasks.
Drugs or psychotherapy? It’s the same for depressed people, says study

Posted By ANI, October 31, 2019 at 05:04pm

A new study says that medications and talk therapy are more or less the same for people with depression. Read on to know more.
Researchers uncover factors responsible for onset of Alzheimer's symptoms

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, October 23, 2019 at 07:19pm

The risk of dementia is influenced by a person's family history and conditions like cardiovascular disease and diabetes. But little is known about what affects the appearance of first symptoms of forgetfulness.