Mental health screenings in schools offer vital insights into a child’s emotional and behavioral needs. Contrary to what some government leaders claim, these screenings reduce stigma. They help us start conversations about how we can support youth as an unprecedented mental health crisis affects this group. They save lives. Why Mental Health Screenings in Schools […]
We recently talked with Dr. Meng-Chuan Lai, current INSAR Science Chair and a researcher and clinician who focuses on understanding and improving the mental health and wellbeing of autistic and other neurodivergent people, across sexes and genders, as well as their supporting families and developing context-focused support for autistic people. Dr. Lai discussed the overlap […]
May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about it, reducing stigma, and promoting well-being. As a mother and blogger, I’ve come to understand the profound impact it has on our daily lives, especially in the journey of motherhood. 🌿 Understanding Mental Health Awareness Month Initiated in 1949 by […]
Hey moms, Sadvika here! As a mom of two growing girls, I know how overwhelming it can be to start conversations around mental health—especially when your child is still in their early years. My older daughter is 10 now, and recently, I realized just how important it is to create a safe space for her […]
The Day Meera Chose Herself: A Real Story About Mental Health in India Mental health. Two words we rarely hear in everyday conversations, especially when it comes to Indian women. We’re raised to be strong, to handle responsibilities without complaint, to “adjust.” But sometimes, the strongest thing we can do is admit when we need […]
Daughter-in-law is not always a daughter. Short stories on mental health is a story about a daughter-in-law who tries hard for their in-laws but they won’t be satisfied. “Bahu Beti jaisi hothi hai” How many times have we heard this? We hear this more often but there is less reality to this. I am 30-year-old […]
Breakups hurt but you heal too! Short stories on mental health is a story about a guy who had a breakup and is going through a tough time. We often listen to breakup stories from girls and ladies, and how they go through this. I guess men don’t choose to discuss this as much as […]
I am alone. Short stories on mental health. Is a story about a lady in her 50s who lost her husband to covid. Savitha and her husband Rajesh were a happy couple with children and grandchildren. They have been married for 37 years and they were the perfect example of a husband-wife relationship. Always there […]
Note: The mask mandates have been particularly difficult, and even discriminatory, for people with sensory issues and autism. Some good news from Health Freedom Defense Fund. While airline travel may be seen as a luxury, public transportation is not. Health Freedom Defense Fund (HFDF) wins federal lawsuit challenging the Biden Administration’s Travel Mask Mandate. Judge […]
He went missing. Short stories on mental health is a story about a pregnant lady when her husband went missing. “I am 7 months pregnant when my husband and his friends went on a trekking adventure. Hey loves trekking! Even I was ok with it as to why would someone say no to someone whom […]
Help me to come out of my depression, please! Short stories on mental health on how a middle-aged lady was asking for help to get her out of depression. “One bad incident won’t decide our future course of happiness, right? Well, even I say this is true. but for someone like me, a very sensitive […]
Pop-up: A medical alert system notifies physicians when patients are eligible to enroll in a research study for autism. Lorenzo Capunata/Getty Images An algorithm that scans electronic health records and alerts doctors to a patient’s eligibility for SPARK, a large genetic study of autism, led to a fourfold increase in enrollment in the project, according […]
