Page 15 - Mental Health

Zomato co-founder's startup raises $6 mn seed round led by Flipkart founder

Wellness platform Mindhouse was founded in late 2019 by Pooja Khanna and Pankaj Chaddah

18 CRPF personnel killed in fratricide incidents since 2018: Officials

The recent fratricide killing in Chhattisgarh has prompted the world's largest paramilitary force, CRPF, to again ask its formations to check mental and emotional stress among the troops

Women at receiving end as Covid-induced mental health crisis looms large

In this pandemic, the fatality rate among women may be lesser, yet, they, as frontline workers and at home, became the victims of 'shadow pandemic'

62.2% death row prisoners diagnosed with at least one mental illness: Study

The report which was released after five years of research also established correlations between conditions of incarceration and ill-health.

Modern women and their troubles

The ability for young parents to rely on the mother, mother-in-law or grandparents to bring up children is rapidly shrinking

LDF govt implements schemes to tackle mental illness: Kerala CM

In a Facebook post on the occasion of World Mental Health Day, the CM said that studies have shown that poor human health as well as lack of proper food, shelter,

Covid created cycle of mental health struggles, physical inactivity: Report

The COVID-19 pandemic has created a cyclical public health problem by both exacerbating mental health challenges and making it more difficult for people to maintain physical activity

Study finds witnessing abuse of sibling can lead to mental health issues

A new study showed that children who witness the abuse of a brother or sister by a parent can be just as traumatised as those witnessing violence by a parent against another parent

Meesho announces 10-day company-wide break for staff post festive season

The 10-day company-wide work break is the first ever move by an Indian startup to prioritise employee well-being and mental health support, the firm said

Reopening TN schools, colleges to focus on students' mental health

With schools for higher classes and colleges reopening in Tamil Nadu from September 1, the main focus will be on emotional and mental health of the students as also the teaching and non-teaching staff

Biles: ''I gave an outlet for athletes to speak up about mental health''

Simone Biles didn't plan for her second Olympics to become a flashpoint in the evolving conversation about the role proper mental health plays in all levels of sports.

Mental health advocacy part of post-Olympic tour, says Simon Biles

Simone Biles didn't plan for her second Olympics to become a flashpoint in the evolving conversation about the role proper mental health plays in all levels of sports

Social media has helped gen Z athletes find their 'authentic voice'

Many of these young sportspeople have gone beyond their sport and taken on roles of advocacy, sponsorship and politics

UK court allows Nirav Modi to appeal on depression, suicide risk grounds

A High Court judge in London on Monday granted fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi permission to appeal on mental health and human rights grounds.

Kerr withdraws from NZ women's tour of England to focus on mental health

All-rounder Amelia Kerr has pulled out of New Zealand women's team's upcoming tour of England to focus on her mental health and well-being

Olympics: We're not just entertainment, we're humans, says Simone Biles

The American gymnast Simone Biles competed for the first time since the team event final in artistic gymnastics at Tokyo 2020, capturing a bronze medal in the balance beam

It has become okay to talk about depression, it's positive: Anderson

England seamer James Anderson feels athletes opening up on their mental health issues in recent years is a positive thing

HC seeks Delhi govt's reply on plea concerning mental health of students

The Delhi High Court Monday sought response from the Delhi government on a petition concerning mental health of students in schools and colleges. A bench of Justices D N Patel and Justice Jyoti Singh issued notice on the PIL by Devina Singh, a 17 year old student, for implementation of Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 in educational institutions. The court also sought response from the Institute Of Human Behaviour & Allied Sciences, New Delhi. Relying on the National Mental Health Survey of India 2015-16, Singh, who was represented by senior advocate Sonia Mathur, has contended that children and adolescents are vulnerable to mental disorders and the healthcare system does not prioritise mental health. Singh has claimed that stress, fear, depression, insomnia, disconnectedness and lack of self-confidence, are the issues widely prevalent among students but left unattended. There is no comprehensive assessment, evaluation, and diagnostics/ protocols/ standard operating procedures (SOP) ..

Tokyo 2020: Olympic sponsors praise Simone Biles after withdrawal

Simone Biles' sponsors, including Athleta and Visa, are lauding her decision to put her mental health first and withdraw from the gymnastics team competition during the Olympics. It's the latest example of sponsors praising athletes who are increasingly open about mental health issues. Tennis star Naomi Osaka found widespread support when she withdrew from the French Open earlier this year. Biles could still compete in other gymnastic events during the Olympics. She also has a solid history of gymnastic accomplishments, including four gold medals and a bronze medal at the 2016 Olympics. She has earned five more all-around titles in world championships since 2013. That earns the 24-year-old a lasting athletic legacy that sponsors can capitalize on. We are past the time when athletes like Simone are valued simply for their athletic prowess," said Jim Andrews, founder of A-Mark Partnership Strategies. She has earned a place in gymnastics history, and has proven herself to be an amazi

Virtual contact fails to combat pandemic loneliness in over-60s: Study

Findings also indicate the need to enable strong inter-household ties to bolster public mental health in the long run