World Mental Health Day: 5 Ways to Safeguard Children From Anxiety And Depression
On World Mental Health Day 2023 - October 10 - here are five steps that parents, caregivers and teachers can take to prevent mental health issues in children.
Oct 10, 2023, 08:58 AM IST
DNA: Why Indian children are in depression?
In a study conducted by the National Center for Biotechnology Information, it has been found that one out of every 4 children aged between 13 to 15 years in India complaints of being in depression. Well, there was a time when depression was considered a disease of elders.
Jul 19, 2022, 00:46 AM IST
DNA: Analysis of childhood drowning in depression
Every parent of the country should watch this news. In Alwar, Rajasthan, a 15-year-old boy committed suicide because his mother was unable to spend time with him. The boy's mother used to work as a teacher in a government school.
Jul 19, 2022, 00:22 AM IST
Study links childhood depression to disrupted adult health, functioning
According to a new study, depression in youth, between the ages of 10 and 24 years, is both a leading cause of stress and a possible risk factor for future diseases and impairment. The findings of the study appeared in the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (JAACAP), published by Elsevier.
Jun 23, 2021, 11:38 AM IST
Being closer to nature can reduce distress, behavioural problems in kids
Recent research by University of Hong Kong shows that spending time with nature may bring many health benefits.
Jan 12, 2019, 16:35 PM IST
Depression in children: Not a myth, what parents should do
But depression is certainly treatable and it needs to be addressed immediately.
Apr 05, 2017, 12:54 PM IST
Is your child showing signs of depression? Music therapy could help them deal!
Just like most of us resort to music when we are feeling low to help uplift our mood, the new study suggests that this can actually help young kids deal with depression.
Nov 06, 2016, 15:50 PM IST
