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World Mental Health Day: Psych warns of mobile phone addiction

Seven-year-old Ramesh's addiction to online games led to him threatening his parents. Psychiatrist Madhu Bindu provided 'Play Therapy' to help him overcome it. Mental health issues are on the rise, with only 0.75 psychiatrists per one lakh population in India. People should pursue healthy hobbies instead of getting glued to…

The Hindu

Most mental health establishments need to be restructured as per contemporary requirements: NHRC

NHRC urges restructuring of mental health establishments to meet contemporary requirements. Seeks measures to boost accessibility to treatments for financially disadvantaged. Recommends constituting mental health authority, review boards, framing rules, insurance policies, DMHP, separate wards, digitised record keeping, in-house labs, training modules, and educating public on mental health.

The Hindu

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs bill expanding conservatorship law

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill that makes it easier for authorities to compel treatment for people with mental illness or addiction issues

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Why more school counselors and psychologists alone won't solve America's mental health crisis among students

Of all the challenges that threaten the well-being of America’s schoolchildren, one of the most serious and severe is the lack of school counselors and school psychologists. Despite the increased demand for their services, there’s simply not enough professionals in these fields to go around.

The Conversation

Solomon Thomas Q&A: The Jets’ Defensive End on ‘Fighting for Life’

The mental health advocate is on a mission to keep his sister’s memory alive, become a better athlete and connect and make ‘people feel special, giving them hope through pain.’

Sports Illustrated

‘Tough love’ Labour youth programme announced by Yvette Cooper

The shadow home secretary said young people have been ‘totally let down’ by the Conservatives and promised Labour will ‘give young people their future back’

The Independent UK

World Mental Health Day 2023: 'Crying is weakness' and other mental health myths busted by psychiatrists

One of the most common ways we consciously or unconsciously choose to start any conversation is by asking the other person, “How are you?”

The Times of India

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Future-proof your midlife: (almost) 40 health and wellbeing tips for your 40s and beyond

Whether it’s having a health MOT and adapting your diet, practising self-love to helping your libido, here are some ideas for staying healthy into your 40s

The Guardian - UK

William and Kate’s Royal Foundation survey shows almost all young people worry about friends’ mental health

Survey commissioned by Royal Foundation found that the majority of young people believe friends are struggling with mental health

The Independent UK

Embed activity into school curriculum for ‘happier’ population, politicians told

A letter from organisations including Parkrun told party leaders to unlock the potential of physical activity to tackle ‘a mental health crisis’.

The Independent UK

World Mental Health Day 2023: Resilience helps bounce back and thrive, says expert

October 10 is observed as World Mental Health Day. The day aims to bridge the gap between existing mental health conditions and the awareness around it. On this day, we spoke to Dr. Bhavna Barmi, HOD, Stress and Well-being Clinics at Fortis Group of Hospitals on how to ensure mental…

The Times of India

Qld health minister to investigate whistleblower claims

Queensland's health minister is seeking more information after whistleblowers came forward with claims about mental health patients and rape victims.

AAP

World Mental Health Day | One year of Tele-MANAS: The wins, the concerns

A year since the launch of Tele-MANAS on World Mental Health Day, we take a look at how far it has come and what remains to be done to extend the reach of mental health services across the country

The Hindu

World Mental Health Day: 5 ways to beat anxiety and change your life

Psychologist Dr Kirren Schnack, author of Ten Times Calmer, talks to Lisa Salmon about how to take more control of your life.

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'Egalitarian place': Book clubs good for mental health

'It's a low cost, low risk way for people to create a community.'

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Unpacking The Mental Health Toll The Referendum Has Had On First Nations People

The lead up to the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum has been polarised. First Nations' people's mental health is taking a toll.

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Over 1/3 Of Young Aussies Experienced Poor Mental Health In The Last 12 Months, New Study Shows

Today is World Mental Health Day, and one-third of young Australians have experienced poor mental health in the last year.

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Link between light exposure and mental health

There's a warning about modern lifestyles after a study found that spending most of our time in artificial light is confusing our bodies and making us unwell.

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The Independent UK

William and Kate’s Foundation survey shows young people’s mental health struggle

The royal couple will be joined by famous faces from BBC Radio 1 when they host a forum for young people to mark World Mental Health Day.

The Independent UK

Mental health ‘top reason for children contacting Childline’

Mental and emotional health and wellbeing was the main reason children contacted the NSPCC service in 2022/23.

The Guardian - UK

Labour will set up ‘young futures’ youth programme to tackle knife crime

Yvette Cooper will announce ‘young futures’ scheme that will also offer mental health support

Zenger

Loving Bond With Parents In Childhood Linked To Kindness In Adulthood, Cambridge Study Finds

Close and happy relationships with parents at age three have long-lasting positive impact on social behavior and mental health.

The Times of India

Mental Health Day: How scrolling social media is turning us into dopamine addicts

Doomscrolling: The reason for many mental conditions

The Hindu

India needs youth mental health focus to strike demographic gold

India's adolescent population holds promise of economic prosperity, but mental health needs more attention. Government policies have not addressed mental health needs adequately. Poverty, childhood adversity, and violence are risk factors for mental health disorders. Solutions include a multi-sector approach, better education, and improved school environments.

The Conversation

The secrets to self-confidence, according to cognitive science

In 2019, 7.2% of people in the European Union suffered from chronic depression. The human – and economic – cost of this illness is considerable, which is why the European Commission unveiled a €1.23 billion mental health strategy in June, to be achieved through 20 flagship initiatives.

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