Depression is a common mental disorder that can happen to anyone. An estimated 3.8% of the general population experience depression but people who have lived through abuse, severe losses, or other stressful events are more likely to develop depression. It is 50% more common in women than men. It can affect all aspects of life…
We talk about suicide and suicide prevention in psychiatry from day one of residency. I do not remember discussing suicide before that except in the ER during my internship. Yes, as young medical graduates, we all feel that we can make a difference and our patients won’t die of suicide. But with time suicide among…
World Health Organization (WHO) states that one out of five people suffers from some kind of mental health issue throughout the world. Mental disorders can affect anyone irrespective of gender, caste, financial status, social class, or celebrity status. Though the signs and symptoms of mental disorders affecting public figures and celebrities are similar to the…
Popular (pop) psychology is an umbrella term that includes the group of psychological ideology, therapy, or other technique which gained popularity through a book, TV show, or blog post. They are heard for so long and spread so far that the general public believes them. These theories are often written about in magazines, discussed on…
The birth of a baby in a family is a moment of joy and excitement. It is a major life change that can trigger other powerful emotions like fear and anxiety. But it can also result in some mental health conditions and may be a cause for concern. Up to 80% of new mothers experience…
