Mental Health

Thierry Henry reveals battle with depression throughout his career

Thierry Henry has linked depression to his past and a search for approval from his father, who was often critical of his performances

Hypochondriacs Beware: Why people who obsess about their health die faster than those who don’t

Illness anxiety disorder is a mental health condition characterised by excessive worry about health, often with an unfounded belief that a serious medical condition is present. A recent study found that people with the disorder had an increased risk of death

Smartphones causing major rift in parent-child relationships, 94% worried about effects on mental health

Smartphone addiction in children continues to be a major problem among children in India. Vivo recently conducted a study with Cybermedia Research (CMR), which sheds light on the far-reaching consequences of excessive smartphone use on parent-child relationships

Vantage | How a 'good morning' can change your life

Loneliness increases the risk of early death by 39 per cent. It is as damaging as consuming 15 cigarettes or six alcoholic drinks a day

What is breadcrumbing, the new entrant in modern dating scene?

Breadcrumbing is an act of sending out flirtatious but non-committal, social signals to lure a romantic partner in without much effort. This emotionally manipulative tactic also has famous cousins like ghosting, gaslighting, and situationships

Say hello! How this Swedish city is tackling loneliness

A city in northern Sweden has found a simple way to solve the crisis of loneliness and it just starts with saying ‘hello’ to strangers. As per the World Health Organization (WHO), loneliness is a ‘global health threat’

Small joys: Why you need you find your glimmer

Glimmers are small moments in our lives that usher the feelings of connection, calm, and joy. The concept, which is the opposite of triggers, has resonated among people on social media. Here’s how you can find your own glimmer

How to protect yourself from overexposure amid the Israel-Hamas war

Trauma affects not only those who suffer through it; it also affects other people who are exposed to the suffering in other ways. Therefore, it's important to stay informed while minimising harm

Japan last in global employees' well-being survey. Where does India stand?

According to the most recent global survey, Japan ranked lowest for employees' well-being, while Turkey topped the list. India comes second but workers experience high rates of burnout

Mental health benefits: Beyond policy to practice

Mental health benefits cease to be mere policies when they are integrated into the very soul of an organisation