India s young adults are breaking taboos by seeking help for depression, anxiety, and stress. This is a positive step, but the surge in antidepressant use and "cool" mental health merch raises questions. Are we normalizing panic attacks? What s driving this surge in mental health issues? Academic pressure, social media, or deeper societal issues? Even students as young as 7 are battling depression and anxiety. What are schools doing about this? Host Ratna Bhushan talks to Geetika Kapoor, School Psychologist and founder of EdEssential, Ayesha Syal, Senior Faculty and Lead Educator, St Xaviers School, along with ET’s in-house expert Teena Thacker. Listen to the latest episode of The Morning Brief podcast! Credit: Abhi and Niyu, ABC News (Australia) and Indiatimes.
Children often learn how to regulate their emotions and cope with stress by observing their parents. If parents model healthy emotional expression and effective coping strategies, children are more likely to develop those skills. On the other hand, if parents consistently exhibit emotional instability, hostility, or ineffective coping mechanisms, children may struggle to manage their own emotions and mental well-being. The quality of the parent-child relationship plays a very important role in a child s sense of security and attachment.
A new study from RCSI reveals the long-term effects of childhood mental health on adulthood, emphasizing the importance of early detection and intervention.
Fostering a supportive environment and seeking professional help can pave the way for healthy growth, emotional resilience, and a brighter future for the younger generation. TheHealthSite.com