Ghanate hospital, Gulbarga

28/05/2024

Healthy hobbies and the constant pursuit of knowledge can lead to a balanced and fulfilling life in several ways:

1. *Stress relief*: Engaging in healthy hobbies like exercise, meditation, or creative activities can reduce stress and anxiety, promoting mental well-being.
2. *Personal growth*: Pursuing knowledge and learning new skills can boost self-confidence, self-esteem, and a sense of accomplishment.
3. *Social connections*: Many hobbies and learning activities involve social interaction, helping to build and maintain relationships and a sense of community.
4. *Cognitive development*: Continuous learning can improve cognitive function, memory, and problem-solving abilities, reducing the risk of cognitive decline.
5. *Purpose and meaning*: Engaging in activities that bring joy and fulfillment can give life a sense of purpose and direction.
6. *Work-life balance*: Making time for hobbies and learning can help balance work and personal life, reducing burnout and increasing overall satisfaction.
7. *Resilience*: Developing new skills and interests can help build resilience, enabling individuals to adapt to challenges and setbacks.
8. *Holistic development*: Pursuing knowledge and hobbies can lead to a more well-rounded personality, encompassing various aspects of human development.
9. *Role modeling*: Engaging in healthy hobbies and continuous learning can set a positive example for others, inspiring them to adopt similar habits.
10. *Lifelong learning*: Embracing a growth mindset and pursuing knowledge can lead to a lifelong journey of discovery, keeping the mind active and engaged.

By incorporating healthy hobbies and the pursuit of knowledge into daily life, individuals can cultivate a balanced and fulfilling life, leading to greater overall happiness and well-being.

10/09/2023

World Su***de Prevention Day 2023
10 September

Su***de is a major public health problem with far-reaching social, emotional and economic consequences. It is estimated that there are currently more than 700 000 su***des per year worldwide, and we know that each su***de profoundly affects many more people.

“Creating Hope Through Action” is the triennial theme for the World Su***de Prevention Day from 2021-2023.

This theme serves as a powerful call to action and reminder that there is an alternative to su***de and that through our actions we can encourage hope and strengthen prevention.

By creating hope through action, we can signal to people experiencing suicidal thoughts that there is hope and that we care and want to support them. It also suggests that our actions, no matter how big or small, may provide hope to those who are struggling.

Lastly, it serves as a reminder that su***de prevention is a public health priority and urgent action is required to make sure su***de mortality rates are reduced.

World Su***de Prevention Day (WSPD) was established in 2003 by the International Association for Su***de Prevention in conjunction with the World Health Organization (WHO). The 10 September each year aims to focus attention on the issue, reduces stigma and raises awareness among organizations, governments, and the public, giving a singular message that su***des are preventable.

Dr Alok N Ghanate
Consult psychiatrist
Ghanate hospital kalaburagi

19/01/2023

Glimpse of CME on sleep disorder which was organised by department of psychiatry MR Medical College Kalaburagi in association with IPSKC and KKPG on 07/01/2023.. at BTGH kalaburagi

It was our pleasure to host Dr N M Patil sir Indian Psychiatry Society Karnataka Chapter President, my cousin Dr Deepak RS, my fellow psychiatry colleague from kalyana karnataka region, MR Medical college dean Dr S M patil sir, vice dean Dr Anuradha patil madam, medical superintendent BTGH Dr Raikod patil sir, Medical superintendent Sangameshwar hospital Dr Mahananda madam, BTGH Administrator Dr MR Pujari sir, MR medical college staff, interns, postgraduate for attending in good number and made it a great academic feast..

A recorded version of same is attached below do circulate among primary physician and undergraduate/postgraduate students so that it benifits them at large ..

Regards

CME on sleep disorderDr Alok N Ghanate Professor, HOD Department of Psychiatry MRMC Kalaburagi and Consultant Psychiatrist at Ghanate Hospital Kalaburagi Ka...

07/11/2022

On eve of national stress awareness day November 2nd . Had an opportunity to give an awareness talk on AIR karnataka to spread awareness about what is stress, myths related to it, causes of stress, how to manage it and many more ..

do listen to it at ur free time and do spread it in social media platforms to create awareness about stress..

ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮ ಒತ್ತಡ ನಿರ್ವಹಣೆಯಿಂದ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ವೃದ್ದಿ " ಈ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಕಲಬುರ್ಗಿ ಯ ಮಹಾದೇವಪ್ಪ ರಾಂಪುರೆ ವೈದ್ಯಕೀಯ ಕಾಲೇಜಿನ ಮನೋರ.....

13/10/2022

Accepting mental illness as an illness like any other physical illness (diabetes or hypertension ) and not weakness of mind is most important step in seeking help..

12/10/2022

On eve of world mental health day 2022 had a live phone call session on all india radio kalaburagi..

Doing my part in creating awareness about mental health and illness as recent statistics suggest only 30% of population visit mental health professionals remaining 70 don’t seek treatment at all and silently suffer ..

do listen and forward it to others so that we can together help in creating better world with optimal mental health in community at large ..

ಜೊತೆ ಜೊತೆಯಲಿನೇರ ಫೋನ್ ಇನ್ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವಿಷಯ : ಮಾನಸಿಕ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಮತ್ತು ಯೋಗಕ್ಷೇಮ ಜಾಗತಿಕ ಆದ್ಯತೆಯಾಗಲಿಭಾಗವಹಿಸುವರು : ಕಲಬುರಗಿಯ...

10/10/2022

Mental health awareness video on eve of world mental health day 10/10/2022,

10/10/2022

In India, around 14 crore population suffer from psychiatric morbidity, 1 crore population have one or another form of severe mental illness.

Most common mental illness noted in the general population are Depression, Anxiety disorder, Schizophrenia, Alcohol and other substance use disorder, Stress related disorder, Sleep disorders, Bipolar disorder, Suicidal ideation and attempts, Childhood mental health disorders, and many others. The state of mental health has been questioned in many ways;

Additionally, prior to the pandemic in 2019, an estimated 1 in 8 people worldwide had a mental illness. At the same time, there is still a lack of mental health services, skills, and funding, especially in India, where they are far below what is needed. The COVID-19 pandemic has created a global crisis for mental health, fuelling short- and long-term stresses and undermining the mental health of millions. Since covid and post covid period there has been 25% increase in depression and anxiety disorders, around 10 % increase in su***de rates.

In India Treatment gap for mental illness is around 70% i.e. 70% of people suffering from mental illness don’t seek treatment hence this year theme “Make mental health and wellbeing for all- A Global Priority” as we need to acknowledge that ‘No Health is without Mental Health’.

We must strengthen mental health care so that the full spectrum of mental health needs is met through a community-based network of accessible, affordable and quality services and supports. We envision a world in which mental health is valued, promoted and protected; where everyone has an equal opportunity to enjoy mental health and to exercise their human rights; and where everyone can get the necessary mental health care.

05/10/2022

17/07/2022

I am honoured and grateful to the Rotary club midtown kalaburagi for recognising and felicitating me for providing medical services in kalaburagi city .

I whole heartedly thank new team of rotary club midtown and wish them all the very best for future community services.

31/05/2022

The theme of World No-Tobacco Day this year is “Tobacco: Threat to our environment,"

In India, about 13.5 lakh deaths occur every year due to the consumption of to***co products. According to WHO statistics, every year about 41,000 youth and about 400 children die due to direct or indirect exposure to to***co smoke.

people who use or smoke to***co are twice or even four times more at the risk of coronary heart disease, 2 to 4 times more at the risk of stroke, and up to 25 times more prone to lung cancer.

It’s never too late to quit to***co as it’s one of the easiest way prevent complications caused by to***co..

consult mental health professionals for quitting to***co ..