EP-246 | Mental Health Crisis, Stress at Work, Anxiety, Depression & Types of ADHD | Dr Achal Bhagat
Description
Why are mental health disorder cases rising in India? Why are so many young people struggling with depression and anxiety? What are the real causes of ADHD, and how can we break common myths about mental health?
To answer these questions, we are joined by Dr. Achal Bhagat, one of New Delhi’s leading psychiatrists. He is a Senior Consultant Psychiatrist and leads a team of psychologists, social workers, and therapists.
In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Dr Bhagat talks about India’s mental health crisis, including stress at work, relationship struggles, and rising divorce rates. He also explains why children and teenagers are more affected by depression and how society often misunderstands mental health.
Don’t miss this episode to learn how to manage stress, anxiety, and depression, and how to seek help from professionals.
Audio Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:48 - Psychiatrist vs. Psychologist vs. Therapist
09:07 - Violence Against Women
12:15 - Depression Among Women
14:05 - Mental Health Stigma
17:21 - Mental Health Myths
22:38 - Time to Discuss Mental Health
23:12 - Suicide Cases in Kota
27:00 - Parental and School Pressure
28:44 - How Psychiatrists Handle Suicidal Thoughts
33:42 - Loneliness Among the Ageing Population
40:22 - Social Media Addiction
43:10 - Work-Life Pressure
50:22 - Managing Relationship Pressures
54:12 - Increasing Divorce Rates in India
58:00 - Alcohol and Smoking
01:00:09 - Pollution and Mental Health
01:02:38 - Depression and Anxiety
01:04:15 - Mental Illness: Diagnosis and Treatment
01:08:21 - Genetics and Mental Health Disorders
01:11:22 - Helping Someone in Mental Distress
01:30:10 - Mental Health Terms to Avoid
01:34:00 - Parenting for Boys and Girls
01:37:28 - Relationship Between Patients and Psychiatrists
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