The Better India Show- Episode 1: Improve Your Mental Health- Free Counselling, Common Mental health Disorders, Family Support, Work Life Balance & more

"Based on the National Mental Health Survey 2015-2016, about 1 in 10 people in India have a diagnosable mental disorder, and some estimates suggest 5 out of 10 people might be suffering mild mental health disorders"

The WHO estimates that 91.8% of Indians with mental disorders in India never seek help for their condition. This is partly due to the social stigma attached to mental illness and the high cost of treatment, which remains inaccessible to a large section of society.

It's time to change that! It's time to learn about mental health and make it a household conversation.

In Episode 1 of The Better India Show, we take a deep dive into learning everything about mental health with a Top Mental Health Expert.

Dr. Pratima Murthy, Director of NIMHANS, shares her expertise and provides practical tools for understanding managing mental health for individuals, families, and workplaces.

This episode is a must watch to improve your and your family's mental health.

About Dr. Pratima Murthy:

• Director of NIMHANS, Bengaluru- India's largest mental health facility
• Member of WHO Expert group on Mental Health and Substance Use in Geneva and SEARO.
• Over 30 years of leadership in the field in mental health in India and pioneering various groundbreaking projects
• Leadership in initiatives like Telemanas, brain health, Women's mental health, NIMHANS Digital Academy (NDA) , De-addication infrastructure and much more
• Recognized with awards like the Dr. Raja Ramanna State Award and the Lifetime Achievement Award from Rotary.

In This Episode, Discover:

• Defining Mental Health: Building a holistic understanding and shattering misconceptions.
• Depression vs. Everyday Blues: When to seek help.
• Student Stress: Managing academic pressures.
• Work-Life Balance: Preventing burnout & coping with work
• Understanding Addiction: Support and recovery.
• Mental Health at Home: Building supportive environments.
• Affordable Therapy: Finding resources in India.
• The Power of Optimism: Using optimism for healing.
• Treatment Options: From medication to mindfulness.

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• Step 1: Watch/ Listen 'The Better India Show' with your family, friends, or colleagues.
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• Step 3: Give Feedback: Comment with timestamps and share which solutions you plan to apply in your life.

About The Better India Show: Our mission is to empower #1CroreBetterIndians with knowledge to enrich lives and uplift India.

Hosted by Dhimant Parekh, each episode features deep dives with entrepreneurs, innovators, and thought leaders addressing India's complex issues like Climate Action, mental health, Fitness & Well being, financial health, education, and jobs.

Discover:

• Curiosity-Driven Narratives: Personal stories and industry insights.
• Innovative Solutions: Successful strategies for tackling challenges.
• Actionable Steps: Practical advice and resources for meaningful change.

New Episodes Every Friday!

About The Better India: The Better India is the world's largest positive action movement, inspiring 200 million readers monthly to take action and make India better. Our stories have changed millions of lives, influenced policy, and driven impactful campaigns.

Credits:

• Host & Co-creator: Dhimant Parekh
• Producer, Writer, and Creator: Rajat Kukreja
• Production Coordinator: Tanbir Kaur