Get relief from exam stress. | Talk by Richa Jha & Ayushi Tangnoo

Know about ADHD |Talk by Richa Jha & Dil Niroula

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder [https://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/default.htm] (ADHD) is a brain [https://www.webmd.com/brain/picture-of-the-brain] disorder that affects how you pay attention, sit still, and control your behavior. It happens in children and teens [https://teens.webmd.com/default.htm] and can continue into adulthood. ADHD is the most commonly diagnosed mental disorder in children. Boys are more likely to have it than girls. It’s usually spotted during the early school years, when a child begins to have problems paying attention. ADHD can't be prevented or cured. But spotting it early, plus having a good treatment and education plan, can help a child or adult with ADHD manage their symptoms. ADHD Symptoms Symptoms in children Symptoms are grouped into three types: Inattentive. A child with ADHD [https://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/childhood-adhd/ss/slideshow-adhd-in-children]: * Is easily distracted * Doesn't follow directions or finish tasks * Doesn't seem to be listening * Doesn't pay attention and makes careless mistakes * Forgets about daily activities * Has problems organizing daily tasks * Doesn’t like to do things that require sitting still * Often loses things * Tends to daydream Hyperactive-impulsive. A child with ADHD [https://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/childhood-adhd/child-adhd-assessment/default.htm]: * Often squirms, fidgets, or bounces when sitting * Doesn't stay seated * Has trouble playing quietly * Is always moving, such as running or climbing on things. (In teens and adults, this is more often described as restlessness.) * Talks excessively * Is always “on the go,” as if “driven by a motor” * Has trouble waiting for their turn * Blurts out answers * Interrupts others Combined. This involves signs of both other types. Symptoms in adults Symptoms of ADHD [https://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/childhood-adhd/adhd-symptoms] may change as a person gets older. They include: * Often being late or forgetting things * Anxiety [https://www.webmd.com/anxiety-panic/default.htm] * Low self-esteem * Problems at work * Trouble controlling anger * Impulsiveness * Substance misuse or addiction [https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/default.htm] * Trouble staying organized * Procrastination [https://www.webmd.com/balance/features/procrastination-problem-fix] * Easily frustrated * Often bored * Trouble concentrating when reading * Mood swings * Depression [https://www.webmd.com/depression/default.htm] * Relationship problems.

Mental Health Problems faced by Men | Talk by Richa Jha & Chaitali Sharma

Men’s issues can develop from different causes and triggers than those that affect women. For example, men’s issues often stem from societal expectations and traditional gender roles, which may lead men to think [https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/a-to-z/m/men-and-mental-health] that they must: * be the breadwinners in the family * display traditional “masculine” traits, such as strength and control * rely on oneself and not seek help from others * not speak openly about their emotions Holding on to these traditional beliefs can negatively impact men’s mental health and keep them from accessing support and treatment. DIFFERENCES IN SEEKING HELP Men are far less likelyTrusted Source [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5734537/] than women to seek treatment for issues such as depression [https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/8933], substance abuse, and stressful life events. According to Mental Health America [https://www.mhanational.org/infographic-mental-health-men], this is due to: * social “norms” * a reluctance to talk * downplaying their symptoms So here we have an episode to know more information from Chaitali Sharma.

Get relief from exam stress. | Talk by Richa Jha & Ayushi Tangnoo

‘Exam’ is a term every student hates to hear. It is the only time when students question their  capabilities and get filled with self doubt.Exams are intended to develop a sense of responsibility among those learners to remember the concepts and present them in the most valuable form. It plays a very crucial part in many of our lives. We cannot eradicate the idea of exams from this world but what we can do is try to not get stressed during the exam season.Stress and tension during exams is something which is very common for every student in this world but fighting against such stressful situations is the key.

Quick Talk on Eating Orders | By Richa Jha & Stavi Sakarellou

Eating disorders are behavioral conditions characterized by severe and persistent disturbance in eating behaviors and associated distressing thoughts and emotions. They are a group of conditions marked by an unhealthy relationship with food. No one knows the precise cause of eating disorders. But, they seem to coexist with psychological and medical issues such as low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trouble coping with emotions, and substance abuse. They also have a high mortality rate of any mental disorder. There is a commonly held misconception that eating disorders are a lifestyle choice. Eating disorders are actually serious and often fatal illnesses that are associated with severe disturbances in people’s eating behaviors and related thoughts and emotions. It’s common for people with eating disorders to hide their unhealthy behaviors, so it can be challenging to recognize the signs of an eating disorder, especially early on. Talk by Stavi & Richa Jha Marketing Partner - Huesofthemind

Worried about Anxiety? | By Richa Jha & Shristi Pandey

“Anxiety”, a word that is frequently used and heard but not many people know about it. We use this word whenever we feel scared or uneasy. We might sweat and our heartbeat increases.  Persistent worry and fear about everyday situations also comes  under anxiety. Anxiety is your body’s natural response to stress. But if the feeling of anxiety is extreme, lasts longer than six months, and is interfering with your life, you may have an anxiety disorder. Many of us think anxiety develops in a person due to genes, this may be one of the factors, but there are many more. Without any further adieu, let's get to know everything regarding anxiety and related disorders and try to find a solution to this problem. Cittaa powerofmind and Huesofthemind collaborated on this episode.