depression
Mental health: The conditions in which people grow, live, work and age matter
Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) is a fairly new concept which is increasingly gaining momentum in the West. The World Health Organization (WHO) has defined SDOH as “the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work and age.”
30 July 2022, 17:23 PM
The root of our unhappiness: When the personal becomes political
I woke up from a Covid-induced fever dream to this news: Bangladesh has ranked seventh among the world's angriest, saddest, and most stressed nations, according to the 2022 Global Emotions Report.
6 July 2022, 10:51 AM
Over 50? These problems can sneak up on you
Ageing is a natural phenomenon. We develop many health issues as we age. Here are some growing-up issues to watch for:
11 June 2022, 18:00 PM
After Asani, Cyclone Karim brewing in southern Indian Ocean
Even as severe cyclonic storm Asani is projected to weaken into a depression by tomorrow (May 12, 2022), another back-to-back weather system called Cyclone Karim is brewing in the southern part of the Indian Ocean, said The Weather Channel.
11 May 2022, 14:43 PM
Happy Mom Beats Perfect Mom Any Day
Today is Mother’s Day and as we scramble to buy last minute gifts for all the mother figures in our lives, let us pause and ask ourselves frankly — at a time when postpartum depression is at its peak, workplaces are especially unforgiving to women who have just given birth, and the immediate family scene is replete with taunts about being a “good mother”, is an engraved pendant or a spa session enough to make mothers happy?
8 May 2022, 10:25 AM
India's Odisha alerts of possible cyclone over Bay of Bengal
The government of the eastern Indian state of Odisha today sounded an alert of a possible cyclone over the Bay of Bengal as a cyclonic circulation over South Andaman Sea and neighbourhood persisted and could result in a depression with a wind speed of up to 75km per hour by May 8.
5 May 2022, 09:48 AM
Seasonal depression is much more than just winter blues
As we get older, our relationship with winter is changing.
26 January 2022, 18:00 PM
Self-care during mourning phase
There is of course no way to reduce this pain at that very moment and the void created by the passing of a dear one can never be filled. Yet, life must go on and we have to move on.
11 August 2021, 08:21 AM
Cutting down social media use can reduce depression, loneliness
New US research finds that reducing time spent on social media platforms such as Facebook, Snapchat, and Instagram may help improve well-being.
10 November 2018, 05:21 AM
Sleep: Less than 8 hours a night increases risk of depression
Sleeping less than 8 hours a night is linked to intrusive and repetitive thoughts like those seen in anxiety and depression, reports a new study.
6 January 2018, 05:29 AM
Depression: Let’s talk
Depression is a common illness worldwide, with more than 300 million people affected. Depression is different from usual mood fluctuations and short-lived emotional responses to challenges in everyday life. Especially when long-lasting and with moderate or severe intensity, depression may become a serious health condition.
6 April 2017, 18:05 PM
Classical Indian dance helps trafficking victims to heal: study
Classical Indian dance could be an effective form of therapy for victims of human trafficking and sexual violence, helping them to overcome their traumatic experiences and gain confidence, a pilot study has shown.
24 February 2016, 07:55 AM
Study: Neanderthal DNA may influence modern depression risk
Researchers find evidence that one bit of Neanderthal DNA can boost the risk of tobacco addiction, while others can slightly raise or lower the risk of being diagnosed with depression.
12 February 2016, 05:09 AM
Deepika Padukone to launch her foundation in October
Actress Deepika Padukone, who has personally been a victim of depression, says she is planning to launch her foundation.
14 September 2015, 06:20 AM
Komen triggers heavy rains killing 70 in India
The depression that resulted from cyclone Komen triggers heavy rain in northeastern and eastern states of India, killing at least 70 people in Manipur, West Bengal and Odisha.
2 August 2015, 15:18 PM
Depression likely to cross Bangladesh tomorrow
A deep depression over the northeast Bay of Bengal and adjoining coastal areas of Bangladesh and Indian state of West Bengal is likely to cross Bangladesh tomorrow morning.
29 July 2015, 10:54 AM
Heart failure victims require depression counselling
People with heart failure must be screened for signs of depression and offered counselling, scientists say.
23 May 2015, 14:36 PM
Facebook use linked to depressive symptoms
The social media site Facebook users feel depressed as they begin comparing what's happening in their lives to others.
7 April 2015, 06:08 AM