Is it crucial for primary care physicians to understand the nuances of mental health issues, especially in a post-COVID era? “It is the need of the hour,” states eminent psychiatrist Dr Anurag Varma (MD, DPM, FIPS), in the recent edition of Practo Connect Webinar. On September 14, 2022, World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom …
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Practo Insights: Young Indians Are Actively Taking Care of Their Mental Health, 44% Spike in Consultations
57% of the queries are from people in the age group of 25 – 34 India, October 07, 2022: According to WHO, the economic loss due to mental health conditions, between 2012-2030, is estimated to be USD 1.03 trillion globally. And a National Mental Health Survey found that close to 14% of India’s population required …
Understanding COVID-19-related mental health issues among doctors and patients
In order to manage mental health issues better, one should learn to identify the emotions they may be experiencing and talk about it.