Ashoka Brain and Mind Hospital. Ashoka psychiatric clinic.

21/11/2025

Tele consultation is also available. You need not come to hospital.
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21/11/2025

Just as with substance use disorders, people with a technological addiction may think obsessively about the behavior and they may experience withdrawal symptoms if access to the technology is cut off. They may also require greater time or intensity in the technology use behavior to feel the same effects.

13/10/2025

Practice mindfuless for stress reduction

Vitality Coach Silvia takes us through a mindful movement session to increase self awareness and relieve stress.This light movement aims to relax and release...

18/09/2025

Both Aerobic exercise (like jogging, swimming, and walking) and Resistance training (like weightlifting) can have antidepressant effects by improving mood and reducing depressive symptoms. Activities like gardening, dancing, and even washing your car can be beneficial, with effectiveness linked to the intensity and duration of the activity, making any form of regular physical activity better than none.
Types of Exercise with Antidepressant Effects
Aerobic Exercise: Activities that get your heart pumping, such as:
Jogging or running
Swimming
Cycling
Walking
Dancing
Gardening
Resistance Training includes weightlifting.
Other Physical Activity: Less intense activities like walking around the block or washing your car also count and can help reduce depressive symptoms.

05/09/2025

Personality is made up of unique traits (characteristics or qualities) that shape how you think, feel and behave in daily life.
Is every trait a symptom of a disorder.
Traits: are the natural, consistent ways a person thinks, behaves, and reacts. For example, being shy or enjoying time alone is a personality trait, not a disorder.
Personality disorder is a condition where these traits become extreme, rigid, and inflexible, leading to problems functioning in various aspects of life, like relationships and work.
The Spectrum of Personality
Personality traits and disorders exist on a spectrum. Someone can have traits that resemble a disorder without actually having one. A diagnosis requires a specific cluster of traits, and a professional assessment considers the severity and impact of these traits on the individual's entire life.
Personality disorders are grouped into 3 main categories based on common patterns in:
thoughts
feelings
behaviours
Personality disorders exist on a spectrum. This means some people may show certain traits of a personality disorder without having the condition. Others may have traits of more than one personality disorder.

25/08/2025

🧠 How Loneliness Reshapes Your Brain

Spending long periods without meaningful social contact can do far more than make you feel lonely — it can physically alter your brain.

Studies link chronic isolation to declines in cognitive skills like memory, learning, and decision-making, while increasing the risk of dementia later in life. Brain scans reveal that isolation can cause shrinkage in both gray and white matter in regions vital for thinking and emotion — including the prefrontal cortex, hippocampus, and amygdala.
These structural changes may weaken emotional regulation, increase stress sensitivity, and amplify negative feelings.
Isolation can also activate the brain’s stress response, drive inflammation, and raise the likelihood of anxiety or depression. Even social cognition — the ability to read expressions, empathize, and connect — can diminish.
While reconnecting socially can reverse some effects, prolonged or early-life isolation may leave lasting damage. Experts stress that regular, meaningful interaction is essential to protect brain health, preserve mental sharpness, and maintain emotional well-being throughout life.

25/08/2025

23/08/2025

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s crucial to be informed about what we put into our bodies. Medications can certainly play an essential role in managing health, but it’s important to ask the right questions about potential side effects. After all, a long list of side effects is not something to ignore—it's a conversation worth having with your healthcare provider.

We support the idea of informed decision-making when it comes to health. Whether you’re considering a new medication or simply want to better understand its effects, always have an open and honest conversation with our doctor. It’s essential to weigh the benefits against the risks and find what works best for you.

Don’t be afraid to advocate for your own health and well-being. Ask questions, explore alternatives, and prioritize what feels right for your body!
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