Reducing the amount of time spent watching television could play a powerful role in protecting mental health, with new research indicating that cutting back on TV viewing may lower the risk of depression by nearly 40 percent. The study, conducted by an international team of researchers, highlights the growing mental health implications of prolonged sedentary...
Yo-yo dieting, a pattern of repeatedly losing and regaining weight, is emerging as a serious public health concern as experts warn of its damaging effects on both physical and mental well-being. While many people turn to extreme diets for quick results, health professionals caution that such short-term strategies often backfire, leaving lasting harm to the...
Artificial intelligence chatbots, widely promoted as tools for productivity, creativity, and emotional support, are now facing increased scrutiny from mental health professionals. Senior psychiatrists across several countries have warned that excessive or emotionally immersive use of conversational AI may trigger or worsen psychosis-like symptoms in vulnerable individuals. While experts stress that AI chatbots do not...
In a year dominated by social media and digital interaction, the term parasocial has emerged as the defining word of 2025, capturing the essence of one-sided emotional connections that have become increasingly common in India. Recognised as the Word of the Year, the term reflects how millions of users develop strong attachments to celebrities, influencers,...
A tragic incident in Navi Mumbai has brought renewed attention to issues of gender bias, parental stress, and mental health after police arrested a woman for the alleged killing of her six-year-old daughter. The case came to light following a detailed investigation that overturned an initial assumption of natural death. According to investigators, the incident...
A new psychological study has uncovered a disturbing trend in modern relationships — individuals with so-called “dark triad” personality traits are using physical touch, such as hugs or affectionate gestures, as tools of control rather than love. Researchers found that people who display higher levels of psychopathy, narcissism, and Machiavellianism — the three components of...
Mumbai’s Powai area was gripped by fear and chaos on October 30 when Rohit Arya, a self-proclaimed film professional, took 17 children and two adults hostage inside a studio. The shocking incident triggered a massive police operation that ended after several hours with the safe rescue of all captives and the death of Arya, who...
A new international study has found that changes or problems in the skin may indicate hidden mental health risks, including a higher likelihood of depression and suicidal thoughts, particularly in people experiencing psychosis for the first time. The findings were presented at the European College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ECNP) meeting in Amsterdam, where scientists shared new...
In a startling revelation for global health, new research indicates that nearly 625,000 deaths every year are linked to dementia caused or worsened by air pollution. The study suggests that approximately 28 to 29 percent of all dementia-related deaths globally may be attributable to exposure to polluted air, making it one of the most underestimated...
In a high-profile legal development, Bengaluru police have registered a case of abetment to suicide against Ola Electric founder and CEO Bhavish Aggarwal and senior executive Subrath Kumar Das following the death of 38-year-old engineer K Aravind. The deceased, who worked with the company since 2022, allegedly left behind a detailed 28-page note accusing senior...