S Giriprasad, a psychologist at Aster Whitefield Hospital, BangaloreHow did the role of social media and the sudden growth of slow travel aggravate ‘traveldysmorphia’ among people?From a mental health perspective, social media has changed travel from a personal experience into apublic performance. Earlier, travel was
Ten-year-old KBC contestant Ishit Bhatt has become the butt of memes and jokes on social media, and the reason is his overconfident demeanour. His parents, too, have been dragged into this, with strangers dissecting their "parenting style" based on a few televised minutes. Is that
September 10th is World Suicide Prevention DayThe Hyderabad-based suicide prevention helpline exposes major triggers behind rising suicide tendencies in India1Life(1life.org.in), the Hyderabad-based suicide prevention helpline (7893078930), has released new data offering a stark glimpse into the rising distress and mental health challenges faced by people
This one-stop, multi-disciplinary obesity clinic offers endocrinology, hepatology, gastroenterology, nutrition, and psychological care under one roof for sustainable weight management goals and lifestyle changeThis Independence Day, Gleneagles Hospital Mumbai has taken a powerful step towards building a healthier nation by launching the ‘Freedom from Fat –
Representation also sent to the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization Urgent appeal to ban nicotine pouches and gums – the next new-age gateway threat Licensed pharmaceutical companies used as a front to sell nicotine pouches in India MNC Tobacco Companies are allegedly commissioning research
There is no safe level; In children damage caused by vaping does not stop at the lungs - affects the brain, altering attention, memory, learning and emotional regulation.Viksit Bharat requires healthy lungs! – A healthy next generation critical for India’s future Emotional literacy is critical to
Important Lessons for Indian Youth to Resist Narrative of E-Cigarette ManufacturersStudies by UC San Diego, University of Auckland and University of Sydney exposes e-cigarette companies E-cigarette companies’ claims about vaping displacing smoking are false The belief that vaping will help in quitting smoking
The newly introduced clinic is set to provide a platform where our professional experts offer a comprehensive, integrated solution that includes customized dietary plans, physical activity guidance, behavioral counseling, and diagnostic services~ In a noteworthy step towards addressing the growing childhood obesity epidemic, Ankura Hospital has
Dr. Sushma Gopalan, Child Psychologist - Child Life Specialist, Aster CMI Hospital, BangaloreSchizophrenia is a severe mental health disorder that affects an individual's perception of reality, emotions, and behavior. While it is commonly diagnosed in late adolescence or early adulthood, it can also occur in
Boys are more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD than girls.Authored by Dr. Gowri Ravi Chinthalapalli, Consultant - Child Development, Aster CMI Hospital, BangaloreAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects both children and adults. Around 7% of school-age children in India
