Browsing: Mental Wellness

More than 1 billion people are living with mental health disorders, according to new data released by the World Health Organization (WHO), with conditions such as anxiety and depression inflicting immense human and economic tolls. While many countries have bolstered their mental health policies and programmes, greater investment and action are needed globally to scale…

In Pakistan, studies show that 37 percent of pregnant women experience depression – nearly four times the global average. Financial strain and challenging family relationships, combined with limited access to mental health care, all contribute. The risk can persist for up to a year after childbirth, affecting both mothers and infants

Culture & Lifestyle MENTAL WELLBEING: Are we mistaking awareness for progress? Awareness alone cannot strengthen Nepal’s mental health system; lasting progress depends on training and the effective implementation of mental health initiatives.  Shutterstock bookmarkDipesh Tandukar Published at : June 30, 2026 Updated at : June 30, 2026 08:08 Most Read from Culture & Lifestyle Sujan…