Being in the field of mental health for the last five years, one aspect that has created an awareness is the need to have a work-life balance. Everyone seems to have their own opinion about its definition and significance. Some may argue that work-life balance serves as a deterrent towards excellence, and people should strive […]
INVITED ARTICLES
Addiction in Advancing Age – Risk Factors and Possible Solutions – By Dr. Anirban Dutta
Psychiatric disorders in the elderly population have been an area overlooked for decades, and within that, addiction is no exception. Use of alcohol, tobacco, illicit substances, and prescription medications is an arena that demands exploration regarding the impact it has on older people, considering the biological and social changes that accompany advancing age. As per […]
Binge, Scroll, Repeat: Understanding Modern Technology Addiction
Technology use today extends far beyond online gaming, and with it, newer behavioural addictions are becoming increasingly visible. One of the most common patterns is OTT binge-watching, where individuals watch multiple episodes or entire seasons in one stretch. Occasional binge-watching may be harmless, but repeated cycles can disturb sleep, reduce productivity, and lead to social […]
Antidepressants: Myths vs. Facts
Despite the widespread use of antidepressants in modern psychiatric practice, misconceptions and stigma continue to shape patient and professional attitudes alike. These myths not only lead to treatment hesitancy, missed diagnoses, and suboptimal outcomes but also complicate clinical decision-making for young psychiatrists navigating the realities of medication management. In an era of instant online information, […]
The Digital Mirror: Reflecting on Social Media and Adolescent Mental Health
In today’s hyperconnected world, social media has become an inseparable part of adolescent identity formation. While it offers a virtual playground for expression and belonging, it also poses subtle psychological challenges that clinicians increasingly encounter in practice. Adolescents often measure self-worth through “likes” and online validation — creating a fragile sense of identity vulnerable to […]
Ctrl + Alt + Delusions: Rebooting Life After Schizophrenia
Mr. A was the kind of patient one does not forget — a 30-year-old IT professional, meticulous, polite, and, until recently, the kind of man who could debug your server and charm your parents at the same time. But when he started insisting that his office AC vents were bugged and that the evening news […]
The role of mental health in the overall approach to wellness
Volume 14 Issues 2 February, 2024 In recent years, there is growing recognition of the role of mental health in the overall approach to wellness. In contrast to the traditional approach of treating mental health in isolation , a holistic approach recognizing the interconnectedness of mind and body is emerging. Mental health is fundamental to […]
Raag and Rhythm for Healing
Invited Article Volume 14 Issues 1 January, 2024 It was November 2023. I was talking to my former classmate Sanjay in Pune who is now retired after a successful career. His main worry was that he could not fall asleep no matter how hard he tried. Getting a good 7-to-8-hour sleep was hard for him […]
FROM STETHOSCOPES TO SHIELDED HOPES
Volume 13 Issues 12 December, 2023 My alarm rings breaking my multitude of thoughts, no more time to read the intricacies, reached my class, went to clinics, presentation of case done, lunch done, then again class. Howsoever I tried, my concentration was punctured by the morning news and my ardent desire to know what, how […]
Delusions & Delusional Disorder
Volume 13 Issues 11 November, 2023 Delusion is a false firm unshakable belief not keeping with the socio cultural background. They are among the most interesting of psychiatric symptoms because of the great variety. It has to be distinguished from superstition and overvalued ideas. In superstition the false belief is keeping with the sociocultural background […]