It is important to keep our rational thinking alive and not be driven by irrational thoughts in order to keep our mental health in check in the time of Covid-19, says psychiatrist Dr. Gaurav Kulkarni. He says people may not be able to control the biological or social causes of … [Read more...] about What to do if we experience depressive symptoms during Covid
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Helping others can reduce anxiety during Covid, says psychiatrist
Helping people can bring us joy, especially in the time of a pandemic. Psychiatrist Dr. Gaurav Kulkarni says doing selfless things for others, however small they may be, has great benefit for our mind. It gives us a sense of purpose and promotes mental well being. It also helps … [Read more...] about Helping others can reduce anxiety during Covid, says psychiatrist
Covid and pregnancy: What women should know
Covid-19 has been a cause of special concern for those who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have just delivered a baby. And, understandably so. There are new studies to show that pregnant women may be at a higher risk from Covid. A study by the Centers for Disease Control … [Read more...] about Covid and pregnancy: What women should know
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
Ob-Gyn talks about creating a birth plan and breastfeeding during Covid-19
Covid is causing a significant amount of stress to pregnant women. They have various concerns around creating a birth plan, the safety of C-section, the availability of doctors, and whether they can breastfeed. Doctors say that being prepared, staying calm, avoiding social … [Read more...] about Ob-Gyn talks about creating a birth plan and breastfeeding during Covid-19
Pregnancy during Covid-19: How to be safe
As the world reels under the impact of Covid-19, there are various vulnerable groups that are more at risk. The World Health Organisation (WHO) identifies people over 60, and those with comorbidities, or health conditions like lung and heart disease, diabetes or other conditions … [Read more...] about Pregnancy during Covid-19: How to be safe
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
How we are coping with the pandemic: People share their stories
The spread of the coronavirus has caused massive disruptions in how people live. There is also a lot of uncertainty about whether we can go back to the way we lived in pre-covid times, at all. People are anxious about not being able to do the simplest of things, like getting a … [Read more...] about How we are coping with the pandemic: People share their stories
Anaemia Crisis: Exhausted women, sluggish economy
India has the highest incidence of anaemia in the world which equates to fatigue and undernourishment in daily life and a handicapped country in the long-term. With the pandemic overburdening the health system, existing health programs have been halted inducing severe … [Read more...] about Anaemia Crisis: Exhausted women, sluggish economy
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