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…
Most of the world’s population spend one-third of their adult lives at work. Mental stress at the workplace is common and can keep one from feeling and performing at his/her best —mentally, physically and emotionally. Research has shown that mental health issues including stress-related illnesses are directly impacting employers through absenteeism, employee productivity, and morale….
The children and adolescents spend most of their unique and formative time at school. Whilst most adolescents have good mental health there are factors like physical, emotional and social changes, exposure to poverty, abuse, or violence, that can make adolescents vulnerable to mental health problems. Mental health issues contribute to problems with achievements and relationships at…
The problems of hair loss are very common, especially in the male population. Almost every society in the world associates luxurious hair with youth, beauty, and good health. For many people, hair is what makes them feel beautiful. Hair loss can be devastating and psychologically traumatic to some individuals while some might take it normally. Certain…
