Mental Health
Mental health is key to a happy life. Get expert tips on how to spot mental health issues early in your child and know when to seek professional help.
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Teen • 13 Mins Read • 6.2K Views
Teenage Depression: Signs To Watch For And How Parents Can Support Their Teen
Learn to recognise the signs of teenage depression and discover simple, supportive ways to help your teen cope and seek professional help when needed.
Primary to Parent • 15 Mins Read • 6.1K Views
How To Nurture Your Child’s Mental Health: Expert Tips For Supporting Children’s Well-Being
Supporting your child's mental health and caring for yourself go hand in hand. Mental health is central to adults' and children’s emotional health. These expert tips and anecdotes will help you nurture your child’s wellness—while also reminding you to care for yourself, because when you thrive, your child does too
Pre-schooler to Teen • 5 Mins Read • 16.6K Views
Why Children Steal And Why It's Not Always Kleptomania: What Parents Need To Know
Has your child started taking things that do not belong to them? Learn why children steal, when it may signal a deeper concern, and how parents can respond with understanding, guidance, and appropriate support
Teen • 5 Mins Read • 4.5K Views
Is Your Teen Struggling With Food Issues? 10 Signs Your Teen May Have An Eating Disorder
Does your child constantly complain about his body? Is he hesitant to eat in front of others? Do not blame it on adolescence. It may be something more. It could be a case of eating disorder
Pre-schooler to Teen • 6 Mins Read • 11.7K Views
Emotional Eating In Children: Signs Of Stress Eating And How Parents Can Help
Does your child reach for food when they’re upset, bored, or anxious? Many children unknowingly use food to cope with stress. Learn how to stop emotional overeating in kids, what stress eating really looks like in children, what triggers it, and how you can support them with empathy, simple routines, and healthier emotional coping skills
Toddler to Teen • 8 Mins Read • 6.6K Views
Eating Disorders In Children: Early Signs, Symptoms,Causes And When Parents Should Worry
When a child refuses to eat their food or becomes picky about what they eat, most parents feel worried and confused. This parent-friendly guide on eating problems in children helps you understand the difference between normal picky eating and real warning signs, explains when you should be concerned, and shares gentle, practical ways parents can support their child at different ages
Pre-schooler to Teen • 8 Mins Read • 2.7K Views
World Mental Health Day: An Important Message For Parents By Dr Shekhar Seshadri
In our conversation with Dr Shekhar Seshadri, senior expert on child and adolescent mental health, NIMHANS, we explore the various ways in which parents can best adapt themselves to the new reality
Teen • 5 Mins Read • 7.1K Views
Fit Body, Fit Mind: How Physical Fitness Boosts Mental Health and Emotional Well-being In Teens
Discover how regular exercise helps teens build resilience, reduce stress, and improve focus. Learn practical ways to encourage fitness for your child’s mental health and overall happiness
Primary • 6 Mins Read • 16.2K Views
Types Of Mental Illnesses In Children You Must Know About As Parents
Understanding the types of mental illnesses in children helps parents recognize early signs and offer timely support. This guide explains common conditions with warmth and clarity, so you can help your child thrive
Primary to 18+ • 0 Mins • 5.8K Views
Breaking The Silence Around Mental Illness: Why Parents Must Lead The Conversation And Support Children
The National Mental Health Survey of India (2015–16) reported that 9.8 million adolescents aged 13–17 years suffer from mental health conditions. Yet, silence and stigma often prevent families from seeking help. As parents, it can feel overwhelming to know how or even when to talk about mental illness with our children. In this video, renowned psychologist Stephen Hinshaw reminds us that silence does more harm than the illness itself and shares practical ways parents can support their children
Primary • 5 Mins Read • 11.6K Views
Why Expressing Emotions Is Healthy for Your Child’s Growth and Emotional Well-Being
Helping children express emotions openly builds resilience, confidence, and stronger bonds. Learn why healthy emotional expression matters and how you can gently nurture it at home
Primary to Teen • 8 Mins Read • 18K Views
Mental Health Fundamentals for Parents: Expert Answers to Common Questions and Concerns
Discover simple answers to common mental health questions in this expert Q&A. Learn how to support your child’s emotional well-being with practical tips, early warning signs to watch for, and when to seek help
Pre-schooler to Pre-teen • 5 Mins Read • 10.4K Views
Understanding Anxiety In Children: Signs To Watch For And Ways To Offer Support
Worried your child may be struggling with anxiety? Learn how to recognize the signs early and discover practical, compassionate ways to help them feel safe, supported, and more in control of their emotions.
Parent • 3 Mins Read • 1.4K Views
Embracing Life After Divorce: Moving Forward with Strength, Hope, and Confidence
Most divorces are painful for everyone involved, but it's up to you to keep the peace and move on. Here's a story of change, healing, and a fresh start.
Pre-schooler to Primary • 3 Mins Read • 2.5K Views
Interview with Sidhartha Mallya: Exploring Emotions Through 'Sad Glad'
On this World Mental Health Day, we spoke with Sidhartha Mallya about his latest book, 'Sad Glad.' This heartfelt children's book explores the complexities of emotions, encouraging young readers to embrace both their positive and challenging feelings. With relatable storytelling and engaging illustrations, it fosters emotional awareness and resilience in children aged between 3 and 8, making it an ideal resource for parents and educators.
Teen • 5 Mins Read • 9.7K Views
Depression and beyond: A teenage problem that is largely ignored by parents
Early identification and treatment of depression in teens is the best way to address this new-age health hazard
Teen to Parent • 4 Mins Read • 6.4K Views
Teenage depression and substance abuse: Six ways parents can help
Teenage is fraught with many dangers, especially substance abuse and drug addiction. These can have serious consequences and even lead to depression and mental health issues. Parents can play an important role to prevent these ills. Here are some pointers for parents
Toddler to Primary • 5 Mins Read • 10.4K Views
How To Treat Behavioral Disorders In Children? An Expert Shares Their Views
Behavioural disorders in children are becoming commonplace. This article tells you how such children can be handled with sensitivity
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