The mindset of free India should be ‘vocal for local’. We should appreciate our local products. If we do not do this, then our products will not get the opportunity to do better and will not get encouraged.” – Narendra Modi The novel coronavirus pandemic has evolved and reshaped almost everything around us. As the […]
Daughters of India
Generations after generations, strong, intelligent, determined women from across India, have made their mark around the world in varied fields from scientific research to the cricket pitch with their stellar achievements inspiring a million more. But, pick up a book about the achievements of women in India or even our history books in school and […]
Mental Health: Why still a challenge
Stigma, discrimination and neglect are barriers towards seeking help for mental health concerns. It’s not surprising to know that many people with mental health issues don’t seek treatment for their concerns. According to WHO, nearly two-thirds of people with a known mental disorder never seek help from a mental health professional. Ever pondered, what keeps […]
Importance of Mental Health
Strongest people are not those who show strength in front of the world but those who fight and win battles those others do not know anything about During this lockdown, we saw so many cases of anxiety, depression, panic attacks which has now made people more concerned about their mental health. Mental health is very […]
Secret of happiness- Grand Parents
Love is the greatest gift that one generation can leave to another. grandparent Richard Garnett When it comes to the love and bonding between grandparent and grandchildren, it is most serene and pure. From the time a grandchild is born, date takes a special seat in their grandparent’s heart and lives, that couldn’t be filled […]
WOMEN AND MENTAL HEALTH IN INDIA
Gender is a critical discriminant of mental health and mental illness. The pattern of psychological distress and psychiatric disorder among women are different from those seen among men. Women have a higher mean level of internalizing disorders while men show a higher mean level of externalizing disorder. Gender differences particularly in the rates of common […]
Understanding The Traumatic Stress Symptoms in Women and Its Resolution
Sanjana* celebrates her birthday with her fiancé and she is delighted as she has been selected in the state service commission as an officer. About two years ago, Sanjana was depressed, suffered from insomnia, fear, panic attacks, excessive thoughts, and had suicidal feelings. She was diagnosed with an anxiety disorder and SSRI medication along with […]
RAMLILA
-All Women Ramlila Creates Waves in Uttarakhand A group of women from the hills of Garhwal in Uttarakhand have been pushing the boundaries of patriarchy and reclaiming spaces. More than 30 women have come together from different villages of Garhwal hills to organize a women-led Ramlila performance in a traditionally male domain.The women say that […]
A Lifetime of Happiness during a Pandemic
Well, the title itself is an oxymoron and sometimes so is life. It surprises you well especially when you are sloshed in the glory of your impeccable planning. One such incident has shaped my life and gave it an all-new meaning. Two years back, like any other ambitious, career-oriented couple, my husband and I, were […]
Festivals around the World – October 2020
As monsoon subsides, leaves falling off the trees mark the arrival of autumn or fall, a time for celebration across cultures and around the world. October is the month of thanksgiving, harvests and light. Here are some of the popular autumn festivals around the world. Oktoberfest: Germany (cancelled due to the pandemic)It is the world’s […]