The Internet has become an integral part of life today. In every household, we can see people of all generations glued to their smartphones. The Internet can provide access to many valuable tools, interesting stories, exciting games, and informative content. When used in excess, the internet has the ability to interfere with work, life, relationships,…
“Hari is a 32-year-old male. He is seen wandering in the streets in dirty clothes. He is seen smiling and talking as if there is someone around when alone. He is very fearful at times and is seen anxiously pacing around in the streets. He collects garbage without any reason and doesn’t seem to be…
As we nearly reach the deadly end of the second wave of Covid-19 in Nepal, several recovering patients are dealing with different persisting symptoms which we define as “Long Covid”. Patients with Covid-19 infections might develop neuropsychiatric conditions after Covid and their pre-existing mental health issues might worsen during the infection and in the recovery…
Depression is a mood disorder that affects more than 264 million people worldwide as per the estimate of WHO. The clinical depression that we are talking about is very different from the English term “depression”. We use the word “depressed” during usual mood fluctuations and short-lived emotional responses to challenges in everyday life. But being…
Suicide has been a global and national public health concern. Close to 800,000 people lose their life to suicide every year. It is estimated that for each completed suicide there are more than 20 other attempts. In fact, suicide attempts are an important risk factor for subsequent suicide. Suicide cuts across all sociodemographic levels and…
