How the pandemic is hurting university students’ mental health

Institutions of higher education worldwide are undergoing unprecedented change because of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. …

Researchers study behavioural aspect of farmer suicides

One of the major causes behind suicidal intent is depression, experts find while studying cases in Punjab, Telangana and Maharashtra

Here's a technique that can cure range of diseases using electricity, but is it safe?

A device that uses electricity to pass through your brain is believed to be a cure for many diseases, but the jury is still out on its safety

More than 800 stranded in Andaman as depression triggers heavy rain

Indian Navy deploys ships to rescue stranded tourists after depression over southeast Bay of Bengal caused torrential rain

Industries can harm health in many ways: Here are 3 that aren’t so obvious

Some products and practices are directly linked to avoidable ill health, planetary damage and social and health inequity, especially by …

PTSD reduces cerebellum volume: New study offers targeted treatment approach

Reductions pronounced for particular subregions of cerebellum; more research needed to understand how genetic predisposition, environment leads …

What to eat and avoid during menstruation

Symptoms like cramps, mood swings, depression etc, have increased due to lifestyle changes

Deep depression in Bay of Bengal to bring heavy unseasonal rain, strikes fear of crop loss into Odisha paddy farmers

Crops not fully reaped in some districts where government procurement is yet to start

Are we seeing early signs of reverse migration in India?

Living in a metropolis can be exciting but there are downsides

Mental illness in Africa: Go for community-centred approach, advise experts

Africa has very few psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, social workers working in mental health and psychiatric nurses

Physical inactivity huge burden on economy but only 50% countries have dedicated policy

Rise in non-communicable diseases will cost the global economy $27 billion annually: WHO

How optimism bias hampers COVID-19 fight

When individuals expect others to be victims of misfortune but not themselves, they exhibit optimism bias. It causes one to behave irresponsibly

This drink can treat severe depression

Ayahuasca, a psychedelic brew made from two plants, has been used in Amazonia for centuries

Typhoon Tembin: death toll crosses 230 in the Philippines; Vietnam spared the wrath

The storm, which left a trail of death and destruction in the Philippines, did not make landfall in Vietnam

How a community-based approach to mental health is making strides in Zimbabwe

Lay workers are being trained to help Zimbabwe manage mental issues in communities. So far it's proving successful.

IMD predicts low-pressure area over south Andaman Sea

If the low-pressure area intensifies into a cyclone, this would be the third cyclone of 2022

Chennai may break its own record for November rainfall

Lack of climate-resilient infrastructure and encroachment of water bodies has proved costly as floods ravage Chennai     

Bhubaneswar records highest September rainfall in last 63 years

Heavy rainfall across Odisha since September 11 has triggered a rise in the water levels of all major rivers of the state

Native problems

From developed countries like USA to the developing African nations, indigenous communities constitute the most poor and neglected sections

Climate change is real: After near-drought, Odisha deluged due to four days of heavy rain

Some 24 of Odisha’s 30 districts had faced a drought-like situation according to the rainfall report from June 1-August 25, 2021

World Health Assembly approves resolution that calls for mental health support to be included in emergency responses

Authors of the draft expressed concern at the continued discrimination and stigma suffered by victims of armed conflicts and natural disasters

Cuppa may be good for your heart

Those who drink a moderate amount of coffee — three to five cups a day — are less likely to have early signs of heart disease, says study

Cyclone Gaja live analysis: This is the 13th depression this year, highest in 26 years

The storm has turned severe and will hit Tamil Nadu today evening

IMD predicts low-pressure area over southeast Bay of Bengal 

The storm will move north-northeastwards towards the east-central Bay of Bengal till May 11, skirting the Andaman Islands

Over-emphasis on safety means kids are becoming more anxious and less resilient

Overprotected children are more likely to both internalise problems (anxiety, depression) and externalise them (delinquency, defiance or …