Helping people can benefit our mental health, especially in the time of a pandemic. Psychiatrist Dr. Gaurav Kulkarni says that altruism and doing selfless things for people, however small they may be, has great benefits for our mind; it gives us a sense of purpose, well being, … [Read more...] about Helping others can reduce anxiety during Covid, says psychiatrist
Mind & Mood
Mental Health is a big priority for Femoai. Women in India are still reluctant to talk about their mental health; for a vast majority, seeking professional help is, unfortunately, not even an option. And even those who have access to professionals, are not necessarily sure of when is the right time to do it.
We believe that mental health is as important as our physical health. Our aim at Femoai is to bring you expert advice on various mental health issues like depression, anxiety disorders, body dysmorphia, dealing with grief, body image issues, and others that women often don’t know how to cope with.
Psychiatrist talks about causes of depression and what is it like to live with it
People, who enter a depressive state after experiencing trauma, usually have acute symptoms of depression, but there are others with a chronic condition or dysthymia that they may have learnt to live with. The second kind makes it difficult for people to experience pleasure or … [Read more...] about Psychiatrist talks about causes of depression and what is it like to live with it
What is depression?
Depression is a serious medical illness characterised by a constant feeling of sadness, a lack of interest, difficulty in expressing and experiencing positivity, and a sustained low mood, says Mumbai-based psychiatrist Dr. Gaurav Kulkarni. For the condition to be medically termed … [Read more...] about What is depression?
Postpartum depression: Clinical psychologist talks about symptoms and risk factors
A history of mental health issues, unplanned or unwanted pregnancy, prenatal depression, difficulty breastfeeding, and relationship or financial troubles can put new mothers at risk of postpartum depression, says clinical psychologist Dr. Poojashivam Jaitly. New fathers, with a … [Read more...] about Postpartum depression: Clinical psychologist talks about symptoms and risk factors
What is postpartum depression?
It is normal to feel some amount of sadness, stress, exhaustion, or anxiety during childbearing and after childbirth as a woman’s body and her life undergo big changes, but if these feelings intensify and last longer than 2-3 weeks, it may be postpartum depression, says clinical … [Read more...] about What is postpartum depression?
Five things everyone should know about stroke
Stroke, a major non-communicable disease, occurs when the blood supply to a part of the brain stops, or a blood vessel in the brain bursts. It can cause brain damage, disability, or even death. According to the Global Burden of Disease Study 2016, stroke is the second leading … [Read more...] about Five things everyone should know about stroke
How the pandemic is impacting our sleep
If people experience abnormal sleep patterns that are interfering with their physical, mental, and emotional functioning, it may be time to seek professional help for it, says clinical psychologist Dr. Poojashivam Jaitly. Stress and anxiety during the pandemic may be leading to … [Read more...] about How the pandemic is impacting our sleep
Neurological disorders through a gender lens
Neurosurgeon Dr. Mazda Turel, Wockhardt Hospitals, talks to Femoai's Arnika Thakur about how neurological disorders, like Alzheimer’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, and Migraines, impact women differently. In many neurological disorders, including Alzheimer’s … [Read more...] about Neurological disorders through a gender lens
Covid-19: A case for expanding our vocabulary
Guest contributor Mugdha Singh makes a case for adding new words to our vocabulary as we live through a pandemic, and encounter experiences and emotions that we don't necessarily have the means to express. I wake up late, like all other days, with … [Read more...] about Covid-19: A case for expanding our vocabulary
What should you do when you have anxiety
People who are prone to anxiety, or are suffering from anxiety disorders don’t always have access to resources and professional help. It has been even harder for them as they come to terms with an unprecedented situation in the form of a pandemic. The spread of the coronavirus … [Read more...] about What should you do when you have anxiety