In today’s fast-moving lifestyle, emotional pressure has become very common. Many people feel mentally exhausted because of work stress, relationship issues, financial pressure, family responsibilities, or personal struggles. During difficult times, people often use the words “stress” and “depression” interchangeably.…
Many people struggling with depression expect treatment to improve their mental health quickly, but that does not always happen. In some cases, symptoms continue even after therapy or medication. This often leaves individuals feeling frustrated, emotionally exhausted, and hopeless about…
We often think of water as essential for physical health, but its role in mental well-being is just as critical. The human brain is nearly 75% water, and even mild dehydration can subtly, yet significantly, affect emotional and cognitive functioning.…
In the transition from adolescence to adulthood, hobbies are often the first casualties of responsibility. Careers, relationships, parenting, and social expectations gradually replace painting, music, sports, writing, or any activity done purely for joy. As a psychiatrist, I see this…
World Health Day is observed every year on 7th April every year. This year, the theme ” together for health, stand with science” urges all of us to put our faith in scientific practices to uplift health for one and…
In clinical practice, one increasingly encounters women who appear, on the surface, to be “doing it all”, managing demanding careers, caring for children and families, sustaining relationships, and trying to preserve some space for themselves. They are often referred as…
There is no health without mental health. This World Mental Health Day, let us pledge to support the mental health and psychosocial needs of people affected by humanitarian emergencies. Crises such as natural disasters, conflicts, and public health emergencies cause…
The advancement of technology and its rapid adaptation has made screens an inseparable component of modern life across all ages and genders. Smartphones, laptops, tablets, smartwatches, televisions, and video games now dominate how we work, connect, and relax. While these…
As humans, conflicts are an inevitable part of life; whether within ourselves (intrapersonal)or with others (interpersonal). They may arise in families, workplaces, or social settings. Attheir core, conflicts are differences in values, perspectives, expectations, andcommunication styles. Sometimes they emerge as…
At some point in life, we all come across individuals whose moods seem extreme—shifting rapidly from cheerfulness to sudden meltdowns, showing intense emotional reactions, or engaging in impulsive and reckless behavior. Parents, teachers, or even peers may dismiss this as…
