The sudden rise of fidget spinners’ popularity has generated two countering point of views. One point of view propagates its utility as a stress relieving and concentration improving toys. While, other raises question on its fundamental purpose
Fidget spinners has become a sensation in US and it is making its way to India. Fidget spinners are known to be a stress relieving toy. It is been marketed as a useful product to reduce anxiety, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and increase concentration. Marketers also claim that it is of great use therapies […]
The mother is sharing her experience in hopes it will serve as a warning to other parents about the choking hazards of the latest toy craze. A fidget spinner has a stable middle and a disc with two or three paddles that can be spun, much like a ceiling fan, to relax the user
While fidget spinners are seen as trendy toys at the moment, with driving many adults and kids owning them. But, a Texas woman has warned about their use; since her daughter’s recent dangerous experience with it. Fidget spinners are three-inch toys that were initially created to aid children who are autistic or have attention disorders […]
It’s easy to get into the habit of glugging coffee and gobbling take-out pizza, because you don’t want to waste time on food preparation. But, good nutrition should be a part of your study plan because it’s going to help you ace those tests
When you’re studying for finals, good nutrition often slides way down on the priority list. It’s easy to get into the habit of glugging coffee and gobbling take-out pizza, because you don’t want to waste time on food preparation. But, actually, good nutrition should be part of your study plan because it’s going to help […]
Dr Harish Shetty, Psychiatrist at Dr LH Hiranandani Hospital, shares 51 tips for students and their families on what needs to be done a day before board exams
It is again that time of the year when students who are appearing for their board exams are under immense stress. Not just them, but even their parents and family members are under pressure. Most of the times, the expectations set by parents and family members prove to be an impediment in exam preparations for their […]
As the SSC/HSC exams are just around the corner, it is very common for students and parents to feel panic and be tensed. We spoke with experts who gave a quick do’s and don’ts to follow before and during the exams
Psychiatrists say all work and no play makes students dull and depressed. Dr Hozefa Bhinderwala, Psychiatrist and Author of the book ‘Small steps to Big Reading’ said that, students should believe in themselves rather than doubting things. “Along with students it is also important that their parents should stop torturing their kids about ‘Board’ exams. […]
City psychiatrists pointed out that more than appearing for exams, there is lot of performance pressure and fear of letting down their parents, which puts students into depression
Anxiety, depression and sleepless nights are common among children who appear for HSC and SSC exams. But, city psychiatrists point out that even parents experience the same and are more in need of counselling than students. Dr Vasant Mundra, Consulting Psychiatrist, PD Hinduja Hospital, said, “I attend to many students who complain about fear and […]
After a study published in popular medical journal reveals depression as a growing cause of concern among medical students, deans of city medical colleges say early diagnoses key to reduce such cases in campuses
Against the backdrop of a study published in Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) drawing attention on depression being a growing, hidden epidemic in medical students, Mumbai medical colleges say early diagnosis of depression is the key to bring such cases down. Dr TP Lahane, dean of Sir JJ Group of Hospitals, said, “We […]
Study finds over a quarter of medical students suffer from depression or depressive symptoms, and more than 1 in 10 report suicidal ideation during medical school. Yet, only a minority of students seek help
Rates of depression are high among medical students in the United States and around the world, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis of nearly 200 studies involving 129,000 medical students in 47 countries. More than a quarter of medical students suffer from depression or depressive symptoms, and more than 1 in 10 report suicidal […]
When you’re studying for finals, good nutrition often slides way down on the priority list. It’s easy to get into the habit of glugging coffee and gobbling take-out pizza, because you don’t want to waste time on food preparation. But, actually, good nutrition should be part of your study plan because it’s going to help 
It is again that time of the year when students who are appearing for their board exams are under immense stress. Not just them, but even their parents and family members are under pressure. Most of the times, the expectations set by parents and family members prove to be an impediment in exam preparations for their