Taking the first step towards seeking professional help for mental health can be a difficult process for many. If you are struggling with self-doubts and don’t know where to start from, here’s how you can prepare as a beginner
According to India’s National Mental Health Survey 2015-16, nearly 15 per cent Indian adults need active intervention for one or more mental health issues and one in 20 Indians suffers from depression. Image for representational purpose only. Photo Courtesy: istock
As discussions on mental health evolve with each passing day and find a space in both, virtual and offline world, ‘therapy’ is a word that continues to dominate conversations when it comes to taking charge of our well-being. A series of social, political and personal events affecting people’s lives have only encouraged the discourse, leading to increased awareness and acknowledgement of self-care and healing methods.