Mental Health

100-Member Psychological Task Force Constituted For Students In Jammu

Education | Press Trust of India | Sunday May 31, 2020

To ensure mental health and well-being of students amid the coronavirus outbreak, Directorate of School Education Jammu (DSEJ) has constituted a psychological task force to strengthen the counselling set up in the region.

Rahul Dravid Says Non-Contracted, U-19 Players Received Mental Health Lessons In Coronavirus Lockdown

Press Trust of India | Thursday May 28, 2020

Rahul Dravid has revealed that mental health issues of non-contracted and Under-19 players have been addressed through professional help amid the ongoing COVID-19 lockdown.

Fighting COVID-19: IIT Gandhinagar To Organise Online Session On Emotional Resilience

Education | Friday May 22, 2020

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar will conduct an online session on emotional health and wellbeing of students in wake of COVID-19.

"Hone A Skill, Do What You Love": Deepika Shares Tips To Safeguard Your Mental Health During COVID-19

Health | Thursday May 28, 2020

Deepika Padukone shares a wellness guide on Instagram to take care of your mental health. Have a routine, reconnect with nature, meditate and exercise are a few of the many things she recommends.

Pregnancy Brain: Definition, Reasons And Interesting Facts

Dr.Sabiha Anjum, BabyChakra | Wednesday May 20, 2020

Know all about pregnancy brain and how does it work from an expert

"Major" Mental Health Crisis Looming From Coronavirus Pandemic: UN

World News | Agence France-Presse | Thursday May 14, 2020

The coronavirus outbreak risks sparking a major global mental health crisis, the United Nations warned Thursday, calling for urgent action to address the psychological suffering brought on by the pandemic.

Facebook to Pay $52 Million Settlement for Trauma to Content Reviewers

Agence France-Presse | Wednesday May 13, 2020

Facebook has agreed to a $52 million court settlement to compensate content moderators who suffered mental trauma from the graphic and violent images they were required to review, plaintiff lawyers said Tuesday.

Education Minister To Interact With Parents On Monday

Education | Edited by Shihabudeen Kunju S | Sunday April 26, 2020

HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank'on Monday will interact with parents and guardians on the issues being faced during online classes by students, mental health issues and other difficulties.

Expert Mental Health Tips And Dos and Don'ts To Follow During Quarantine

Dr. Venkatesh Babu G M | Monday April 27, 2020

Keep your mental state fighting fit just as you would with your body

Deepika Padukone's Conversation On Mental Health With The WHO Director General On Hold

Entertainment | Tapatrisha Das | Wednesday April 22, 2020

"Having said that, mental health is a very real and valid aspect of this pandemic," wrote Deepika

9 Ways To Protect Your Mental And Emotional Health During Lockdown By Our Expert

Health | Dr Sanjay Chugh | Tuesday April 21, 2020

Lockdown mental health tips: During the ongoing lockdown, it is essential that you stay connected with friends and family through video calls. Rest, relax and recuperate. Change the meaning of lockdown in your head and it will improve how you feel during this time.

Coco Gauff Suffered Depression Before Wimbledon Breakthrough

Agence France-Presse | Thursday April 16, 2020

Coco Gauff said she struggled with her mental health after being constantly touted as tennis' next big thing and even hailed as a new Serena Williams.

NCERT Begins Counselling Services For School Students

Education | Edited by Anisha Kumari | Thursday April 16, 2020

NCERT has begun counselling services for school students amid coronavirus lockdown.

IGNOU Begins Psychological Counselling Session On Gyanvani Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

Education | Edited by Anisha Kumari | Wednesday April 15, 2020

IGNOU, the largest Open University in India, has launched mental health counselling for its students. The mental health counselling sessions are being provided by the Discipline of Psychology.

Mental Health Tips: 3 Yoga Asanas For Stress, Anxiety And High Blood Pressure- Do These Daily

Health | Wednesday April 15, 2020

Yoga asanas for mental health: Standing forward bends, Head to knee forward bend and Legs up to the wall are three asanas that can help in reducing stress and anxiety and manage blood pressure. Read here to know how you can do them to suit your fitness.