Syllabus: Health Source: TH Context: The Air India Ahmedabad accident reignited debate on pilot mental health, a typically unspoken crisis within the aviation sector. About Mental Health: What is Mental Health? Mental health is a state of cognitive and emotional well-being that helps individuals handle stress, work productively, and contribute to society. It exists on …
Introduction: The Mental Healthcare Act is a landmark law passed by the Parliament in 2017. This law provided every Indian citizen the “right to access mental healthcare.” Additionally, it recognises new patient’s rights and emphasises medical attention for those attempting to take their lives. This historical law for the first decriminalised suicide. Status …
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GS Paper 2 Topics Covered: Issues related to health. Context: Formation of Karnataka State Mental Health Authority in process. What is MENTAL HEALTH? According to WHO, Mental health is a state of well-being in which an individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively …
