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Virtual screening of international dementia documentary at NIMHANS fosters a deeper understanding of the neurodegenerative disease

In a public health outreach initiative, the Centre for Brain and Mind (CBM) at the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) in Bengaluru organised a four-day virtual screening of an international documentary “KEYS BAGS NAMES WORDS”, which sheds light on the intricate challenges posed by dementia, from November…

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Substance use disorders: NIMHANS workshop for nursing personnel from Namma Clinics

To create awareness on the adverse health impact of addictive substances and assist individuals in quitting them, NIMHANS will conduct a workshop for nursing personnel from Namma Clinics in Bengaluru on Wednesday.

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NIMHANS workshop on Yoga-Vedantic approach to psychotherapy unlocks the potential of Indian psychology in mental health

To explore the intersection of the ancient wisdom of Yoga and Vedanta and modern psychotherapy, the VIPRA Division of the Department of Clinical Psychology at NIMHANS recently organised its annual symposium on Indian Psychology, at a two-day workshop titled “A Yoga-Vedantic Approach to Psychotherapy”.

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Union Health Minister virtually inaugurates Centre for Brain and Mind at NIMHANS

NIMHANS, the country’s premier mental health institution, marked World Mental Health Day, observed on October 10, by unveiling the Centre for Brain and Mind.

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Tele Manas Seva, launched last year on World Mental Health Day, has counselled more than 3,50,000 people till date: Minister

Tele Manas Seva has counselled 3.5 lakh people, receives 1,000 calls/day. Union Health Minister Mandaviya virtually inaugurated new facilities at NIMHANS and launched Tele-MANAS logo. Ayushman Bharat health and wellness centres integrated mental health services with primary health services. 743 districts across 36 States/UTs supported under National Mental Health Programme.…

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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

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Top news developments in Karnataka today

Here is a list of top news developments from Karnataka today

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Dementia is now ‘public health priority’ in Karnataka

Karnataka Health Minister declares dementia a public health priority. Dementia screening to be included in Gruha Arogya programme. Action plan to reduce risk, train caregivers, create dementia-friendly spaces & raise awareness. Plan to double diagnosis rate & provide home-based caregiver assistance. Stakeholders, patients & caregivers participate in drum jam session.

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Tele MANAS records highest number of calls seeking help for sleep disorders

Since its inception in October last year, Tele MANAS, the government-run national tele-mental health helpline, has recorded the highest number of calls seeking help for sleep orders. Of the nearly three lakh calls received so far, over 34,000 were made for sleep disturbance. Calls seeking help for sadness, stress, and…

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Intervention through USHAS project helps over 2,800 persons in five govt hospitals in Bengaluru to reduce suicide intent and future attempts

B'luru Health Dept. saved 2,800 persons from suicide attempts in 5 hospitals. Project USHAS provides assessment & intervention to reduce suicide intent. Counsellors deputed to hospitals, Tele Manas helpline 14416 round the clock. SAHAI helpline 25497777 10am-6pm Mon-Sat. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

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NIMHANS initiates Suicide Loss Survivors forum, an interactive platform for care and support

NIMHANS launches Suicide Loss Survivors (SLS) forum to reduce stigma & provide postvention care for families of those who lost their lives to suicide. Forum to offer guidance on navigating complex emotions & provide support network. Resources, incl. therapy, support groups & helplines, to be provided.

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Suicide prevention campaign at NIMHANS

NIMHANS and Atta Galatta join forces to host a campaign for Suicide Prevention, with the theme “Creating Hope Through Action”, to break the silence and build support for those affected. The core objective is to eliminate stigma and create an environment where individuals can seek help without fear or judgment.…

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Karnataka set to come out with State Dementia Action Plan

While a National Dementia Action Plan is yet to be formulated, Karnataka is working on making dementia a health priority. The State Health Department, in association with NIMHANS and Dementia India Alliance (DIA), is all set to launch a “Karnataka State Dementia Action Plan.”

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NIMHANS to set up brain and mind museum to increase awareness of neuroscience in Bengaluru

The existing Heritage Museum and the proposed ‘Human Brain Museum’ will be integrated into a new facility in Bengaluru, making it the first, largest and most innovative ‘Museum of the Brain and Mind’ in the world.

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In platinum jubilee year, NIMHANS proposes time capsule, brain museum and more

As part of its platinum jubilee milestone, NIMHANS has lined up a slew of programmes all through the year including the release of a logo, stamp and first day cover, special articles about the institute, time capsule, a brain and mind museum, and an alumni meet

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Top news developments in Karnataka on August 23, 2023

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Video-based intervention on diaphragmatic breathing was effective in lowering stress among young adults during COVID-19 pandemic: NIMHANS study

NIMHANS study shows diaphragmatic breathing intervention effective in reducing stress, negative emotions in young adults during COVID-19 pandemic. Led by Rajeev Jayaram Paleri and K.S. Meena, the study found that a one-time video-based relaxation technique was effective in lowering stress and negative emotions in 30 young adults from a Bengaluru…

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Three-day national conference on Clinical Psychology begins at NIMHANS

NIMHANS: NIMHANS hosts 3-day Clinical Psychology conf. to discuss challenges, opps. in Mental Health. State Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao launches “CPSI – Psycho Legal Aid Cell” & releases books, posters on Internet addiction. NIMHANS Director Partima Murthy traces journey of Clinical Psychology in India. Jamuna Rajeswaran stresses need for…

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Science This Week | Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft enters lunar orbit, scientists find heaviest animal that may have ever lived and more

Check out The Hindu’s science wrap featuring top 7 stories on new discoveries, findings, and studies in the scientific world from this week.

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Modern antidepressants can reduce risk of depressive relapse for bipolar patients, according to UBC and NIMHANS study

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NIMHANS study aims at addressing depression and anxiety in patients with non-communicable diseases

Study finds behavioural activation effective in managing depression, anxiety in NCD patients in India

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Pandemic effect: schools notice drastic increase in tech dependency among young children

Kids increasingly asking for phones in schools, tech dependency rising; parents give phones to pacify children; SHUT clinic at NIMHANS seeing more queries on tech use; schools observe more Instagram use; parents need to take responsibility to tackle this issue.

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Top news developments in Karnataka on June 23, 2023

Key news stories to watch out for from Karnataka and Bengaluru on June 23, 2023

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NIMHANS study finds integration of yoga and cognitive behavioural therapy useful in managing Internet addiction

A pilot study by researchers from NIMHANS has found that the integration of Yoga and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Y-CBT) is feasible and useful in reducing Internet addiction and psychological distress. June 21 is observed as International Yoga Day.

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