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We ask 2 Psychiatrists to tell us what is chemical imbalance that leads to mental health issues like Depression and anxiety. Psychiatrist Dr Samir Parikh who's also the Director, Department of Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences, Fortis Healthcare and Dr Shambhavi Jaiman break it down for us : -What is Chemical Imbalance? -Could a chemical imbalance be caused by an underlying physical condition? -Is there a way to test the excess or depletion of neurotransmitters? -Can someone rectify chemical imbalance without medication? -Can alternate therapies like naturopathy, homeopathy or Ayurveda help bring back chemical balance? -Can 2 mental health conditions co-exist? -New therapies to cure mental health conditions like Depression, anxiety & OCD -The use of AI and virtual reality in Psychiatry & mental health #chemicalimbalance #neurotransmitters #depression #mentalhealth #anxiety #podcast #drsamirparikh #rtms Zen-Brain.com: India’s first independent platform that discusses #Emotions​​ #MentalHealth #Self​​ #Relationships​​ ​​ #Mind​​ #BRAIN​​ #RewiringYourBrain​​ #Neuroscience with the best Specialists - #Psychologists​​ #Psychiatrists​​ #Researchers​​ #Authors DISCLAIMER: Zen-Brain features conversations with subject experts on issues arising in their fields of expertise. The content of the program is in no manner intended to or should be used as, a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment. Neither the creator of the program nor the experts expressing their views therein shall be liable in any manner whatsoever to any person acting on the basis of the content in disregard of this disclaimer. Let some conversations simply remain conversations!

TRIGGER WARNING: TALK OF EXPERIENCING SUICIDE IDEATION Borderline Personality Disorder is one of the most misunderstood and misdiagnosed mental illnesses. In this discussion, Pavitra Jayaraman, co-founder of The PARC (LINK : https://theparc.in/ ), and herself a mental health advocate & journalist ...helps us navigate and demystify BPD. *What is BPD *Reaching a diagnosis & is getting a diagnosis enough? *BPD & Bipolar Disorder : why the confusion? *Misinformation about BPD *Radical Acceptance *Treatment, Management & Support Pavitra is in conversation with Dr Ashlesha Bagadia, psychiatrist and psychotherapist, co-founder of The PARC ......and Aditi Surendra, who has been diagnosed with BPD...and is also a mental health content creator. On Insta as @grungychudail Website: https://www.aditisurendra.in/ Article written by Aditi Surendra on BPD: https://www.whiteswanfoundation.org/disorders/other-disorders/demystifying-borderline-personality-disorder #borderlinepersonalitydisorder #mentalillness #psychiatry #psychotherapy #emotions #mentalhealth theparc.in : The PARC (Psychotherapy Advanced Resource Centre) delivers high calibre multidisciplinary training programmes in mental health for all healthcare workers, mental health professionals and caregivers. Training in MBT in India : https://theparc.in/mbt-south-asia-network/ Video series on MBT: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3LYCEMgJ1uoPsBoZpPD_i4cPJRE2OSZv For clinical help: https://thegreenoakinitiative.com/ Zen-Brain.com: India’s first independent platform that discusses #Emotions​​ #MentalHealth #Self​​ #Relationships​​ ​​ #Mind​​ #BRAIN​​ #RewiringYourBrain​​ #Neuroscience with the best Specialists - #Psychologists​​ #Psychiatrists​​ #Researchers​​ #Authors DISCLAIMER: Zen-Brain features conversations with subject experts on issues arising in their fields of expertise. The content of the program is in no manner intended to or should be used as, a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment. Neither the creator of the program nor the experts expressing their views therein shall be liable in any manner whatsoever to any person acting on the basis of the content in disregard of this disclaimer. Let some conversations simply remain conversations!

You'll almost always find a link between the first love relationships and your caregivers while growing up - find the link and it will tell you more about yourself! Full discussion with Clinical Sex Focussed Trauma Therapist Neha Bhat on her latest book "UNASHAMED" that delves into concepts of shame & trauma: SEXUAL TRAUMA & SHAME: SEX THERAPIST & AUTHOR NEHA BHAThttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4idoelmqFIY #sex #shame #trauma #nehabhat #sextherapist #relationships #victimmentality Zen-Brain.com: India’s first independent platform that discusses #Emotions​​ #MentalHealth #Self​​ #Relationships​​ ​​ #Mind​​ #BRAIN​​ #RewiringYourBrain​​ #Neuroscience with the best Specialists - #Psychologists​​ #Psychiatrists​​ #Researchers​​ #Authors DISCLAIMER: Zen-Brain features conversations with subject experts on issues arising in their fields of expertise. The content of the program is in no manner intended to or should be used as, a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment. Neither the creator of the program nor the experts expressing their views therein shall be liable in any manner whatsoever to any person acting on the basis of the content in disregard of this disclaimer. Let some conversations simply remain conversations!

As a child, the environment you grow up in should be a safe and secure one, not just externally but also internally...a place where you can express yourself and are not judged...a place where love is unconditional. But very often, without even knowing, we grow up with a narcissistic parent. What does that do to you as an adult? FULL DISCUSSION: LIVING WITH A NARCISSIST? DR SACHIN BALIGA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUcOFYf8QAU&t=776s #narcissist #narcissiticabuse #narcissisticpersonalitydisorder #selfesteem #selfawareness #selfawarenessjourney #selfconfidence #mentalhealth #emotions Zen-Brain.com: India’s first independent platform that discusses #Emotions​​ #MentalHealth #Self​​ #Relationships​​ ​​ #Mind​​ #BRAIN​​ #RewiringYourBrain​​ #Neuroscience with the best Specialists - #Psychologists​​ #Psychiatrists​​ #Researchers​​ #Authors DISCLAIMER: Zen-Brain features conversations with subject experts on issues arising in their fields of expertise. The content of the program is in no manner intended to or should be used as, a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment. Neither the creator of the program nor the experts expressing their views therein shall be liable in any manner whatsoever to any person acting on the basis of the content in disregard of this disclaimer. Let some conversations simply remain conversations!

Do you live with a narcissist? Whether a parent, sibling, partner or a friend...is it just a personality trait or do they show signs of a narcissistic personality disorder? When is it time to worry? *Narcissism vs Narcissistic Personality Disorder *Growing up with a parent with a Narcissistic Personality Disorder *Living with a partner who manipulates and gaslights *When victims need help *Stepping out of victimhood and taking back control *Building self-esteem *Narcissists can be flamboyant or introverts, but self-centred *Why we need narcissists in society & the Arts #narcissist #narcissiticabuse #narcissisticpersonalitydisorder #selfesteem #selfawareness #selfawarenessjourney #selfconfidence #mentalhealth #emotions Zen-Brain.com: India’s first independent platform that discusses #Emotions​​ #MentalHealth #Self​​ #Relationships​​ ​​ #Mind​​ #BRAIN​​ #RewiringYourBrain​​ #Neuroscience with the best Specialists - #Psychologists​​ #Psychiatrists​​ #Researchers​​ #Authors DISCLAIMER: Zen-Brain features conversations with subject experts on issues arising in their fields of expertise. The content of the program is in no manner intended to or should be used as, a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment. Neither the creator of the program nor the experts expressing their views therein shall be liable in any manner whatsoever to any person acting on the basis of the content in disregard of this disclaimer. Let some conversations simply remain conversations!

In most Indian families , the concept of PERSONAL BOUNDARIES is alien… Personal Boundaries are 'unwritten yet assumed LIMITS or LINES drawn between two people or groups of people. Besides people one doesn't know...why is it necessary to maintain boundaries with parents, spouses, friends and even children... Join Shruti Verma Singh & Clinical Psychologist Dr Vandita Dubey in a candid chat on boundaries... *What are personal boundaries and how can you build them? *Setting boundaries with your parents as an adult *Setting boundaries/ ground rules in relationships & marriage ...between the two of you but also with outsiders. *Stop 'people pleasing' and learn to say 'NO!' *Negotiating boundaries at the workplace knowing there are consequences. #boundaries #emotions #relationships #psychology Zen-Brain.com: India’s first independent platform that discusses #Emotions​​ #MentalHealth #Self​​ #Relationships​​ ​​ #Mind​​ #BRAIN​​ #RewiringYourBrain​​ #Neuroscience with the best Specialists - #Psychologists​​ #Psychiatrists​​ #Researchers​​ #Authors DISCLAIMER: Zen-Brain features conversations with subject experts on issues arising in their fields of expertise. The content of the program is in no manner intended to or should be used as, a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment. Neither the creator of the program nor the experts expressing their views therein shall be liable in any manner whatsoever to any person acting on the basis of the content in disregard of this disclaimer. Let some conversations simply remain conversations!

Do we bury uncomfortable shameful memories even if we weren't responsible for them? How do these memories affect our adult lives? FULL DISCUSSION NOW ON ZEN-BRAIN.COM #sex #shame #trauma #nehabhat #sextherapist #relationships #victimmentality Zen-Brain.com: India’s first independent platform that discusses #Emotions​​ #MentalHealth #Self​​ #Relationships​​ ​​ #Mind​​ #BRAIN​​ #RewiringYourBrain​​ #Neuroscience with the best Specialists - #Psychologists​​ #Psychiatrists​​ #Researchers​​ #Authors DISCLAIMER: Zen-Brain features conversations with subject experts on issues arising in their fields of expertise. The content of the program is in no manner intended to or should be used as, a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment. Neither the creator of the program nor the experts expressing their views therein shall be liable in any manner whatsoever to any person acting on the basis of the content in disregard of this disclaimer. Let some conversations simply remain conversations!

Sex Therapist NEHA BHAT talks about shame and ways in which it affects us...making us feel as if we don't deserve the good things in life! FULL DISCUSSION : SEXUAL TRAUMA & SHAME: SEX THERAPIST & AUTHOR NEHA BHAT https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4idoelmqFIY&t=226s #sex #shame #trauma #nehabhat #sextherapist #relationships #victimmentality Zen-Brain.com: India’s first independent platform that discusses #Emotions​​ #MentalHealth #Self​​ #Relationships​​ ​​ #Mind​​ #BRAIN​​ #RewiringYourBrain​​ #Neuroscience with the best Specialists - #Psychologists​​ #Psychiatrists​​ #Researchers​​ #Authors DISCLAIMER: Zen-Brain features conversations with subject experts on issues arising in their fields of expertise. The content of the program is in no manner intended to or should be used as, a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment. Neither the creator of the program nor the experts expressing their views therein shall be liable in any manner whatsoever to any person acting on the basis of the content in disregard of this disclaimer. Let some conversations simply remain conversations!

One of the best discussions with Clinical Sex Focussed Trauma Therapist Neha Bhat on her latest book "UNASHAMED" that delves into concepts of shame & trauma in a unique workbook that is the perfect place to begin tracking one's trauma journey- however big or small. * Have we repressed certain memories related to shame and how is it affecting us now? *The impact of shame and trauma in our current relationships *Moving on from big traumas like assault. Can one ever heal? *How do public assaults affect us *Importance of victims moving from "victimisation" #sex #shame #trauma #nehabhat #sextherapist #relationships #victimmentality Zen-Brain.com: India’s first independent platform that discusses #Emotions​​ #MentalHealth #Self​​ #Relationships​​ ​​ #Mind​​ #BRAIN​​ #RewiringYourBrain​​ #Neuroscience with the best Specialists - #Psychologists​​ #Psychiatrists​​ #Researchers​​ #Authors DISCLAIMER: Zen-Brain features conversations with subject experts on issues arising in their fields of expertise. The content of the program is in no manner intended to or should be used as, a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment. Neither the creator of the program nor the experts expressing their views therein shall be liable in any manner whatsoever to any person acting on the basis of the content in disregard of this disclaimer. Let some conversations simply remain conversations!

WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEW: (LONG) "BOLLYWOOD: The Mental Health Minefield" with Actor KUBBRA SAIT & Director SAMAR KHAN https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctF-BxI4oZA #danishsait #depression #kubbrasait #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters SUICIDE PREVENTION Helpline Numbers To Remember : Roshni +914066202000/66202001 11.00 am to 9.00 pm (Mon to Sat) Languages: English, Hindi Hyderabad-based suicide intervention Centre. Sneha India Foundation +914424640050 Languages: English, Hindi They’re a 24X7 helpline in Chennai, India. Open for visits from 8.00 a.m. – 10.00 p.m. Connecting... +919922001122 English, Hindi 12pm – 8pm all days suicide prevention NGO for the youth. 12pm – 8pm all days distressmailsconnecting@gmail.com FORTIS NATIONAL HELPLINE number +918376804102 run by psychologists 24x7 Zen-Brain.com: India’s first independent platform that discusses #Emotions #Self #Relationships #Health #Mind #BRAIN #RewiringYourBrain #Epigenetics with the best #Psychologists #Psychiatrists #Researchers DISCLAIMER: Zen-Brain features conversations with subject experts on issues arising in their fields of expertise. The content of the program is in no manner intended to or should be used as, a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment. Neither the creator of the program nor the experts expressing their views therein shall be liable in any manner whatsoever to any person acting on the basis of the content in disregard of this disclaimer. Let some conversations simply remain conversations.!

(SHORT CLIP FROM A LONGER DISCUSSION) For most Indians, Sex Education is through the internet, and primarily through online porn! This leads to a host of issues and confusion in relationships. Bengaluru-based Psychiatrist who specialises in Psycho-Sexual issues, Dr Sandeep Deshpande and young Haryana based psychologist Arjun Gupta who specialises in Mental Health issues for Men voice their opinions. FULL DISCUSSION: HOOKUPS, BREACH OF CONSENT & SEXTORTION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-af7-GzNy0o #Sexed #porn #psychiatry #psychology Zen-Brain.com: India’s first independent platform that discusses #Emotions​​ #MentalHealth #Self​​ #Relationships​​ ​​ #Mind​​ #BRAIN​​ #RewiringYourBrain​​ #Neuroscience with the best Specialists - #Psychologists​​ #Psychiatrists​​ #Researchers​​ #Authors DISCLAIMER: Zen-Brain features conversations with subject experts on issues arising in their fields of expertise. The content of the program is in no manner intended to or should be used as, a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment. Neither the creator of the program nor the experts expressing their views therein shall be liable in any manner whatsoever to any person acting on the basis of the content in disregard of this disclaimer. Let some conversations simply remain conversations!

We went in wanting to talk about sex, arousal, and pleasure....with a psychiatrist specialising in psycho-sexual issues, Dr. Sandip Deshpande, Public Health Anthropologist and Sex Educator Artika Singh, and Psychologist Arjun Gupta who specialises in Men's Mental Health! What we ended up talking about is the complete lack of sex-ed amongst youngsters, whose only exposure to sexuality is internet porn! A dangerous trend of hook-up culture that compromises safety! However, that's not all, the grey areas of consent, where someone doesn't even realise that there's been a breach! But the most dangerous of them all - sextortion! Unsuspecting whatsapp video calls and AI-generated "deepfake" videos are more common than we think! Watch to understand and remain vigilant! #sex #consent #sextortion #mentalhealth CONTACT FOR ANY SEX-RELATED ISSUES: https://www.allohealth.care/ CONTACT TO ADDRESS ISSUES RELATED TO SEXUAL ABUSE (FEMALE, MALE & LGBTQIA+) https://enfoldindia.org/ REPORT A CYBER CRIME : National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal: https://cybercrime.gov.in/ Are there laws that tackle SEXTORTION? Courtesy: https://www.legalserviceindia.com : In India, there is no explicit law that expressly covers the crime of sextortion, although numerous laws recognize one or the other aspects of sextortion. Here is a need to check whether present laws are enough to combat it. 1. The laws governing sexual harassment of women at Workplace Act 2013, aims to protect women at the workplace, and the protection is limited only to female workers, while sextortion is not gender-specific. 2. Section 354 of IPC, is a protection against sexual assault, and criminal force used to outrage the modesty of a woman, and does not cover the distinct dynamics of this crime. 3. Section 376, is a law punishing rape, done in different capacities, one of which is rape due to the abuse of authority. 4. Section 384 of IPC, a law against extortion, however, does not cover the sexual element involved with it. 5. The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012. It is a gender-natural legislation, dealing with child sexual abuse. It widely addresses the cases of sexual assault but is limited to children. 6. IT Act, 2000 stipulates certain sexual offenses dealing with cybercrime, though it also does not cover the changing aspects of cybersexual crime. STOCK VIDEO COURTESY : PEXELS.COM : cottonbro studio : A Man Drinking Black Coffee Jack Sparrow: Couple Holding Hands cottonbro studio: Over the Shoulder Shot of a Person Using Tinder Pavel Danilyuk: Close-Up Video Of Couple Holding Hands RDNE Stock project: Bullying Inside A Classroom PIXABAY.COM : SamuelFrancisJohnson: Mobile Phone Man Chat free stock video Zen-Brain.com: India’s first independent platform that discusses #Emotions​​ #MentalHealth #Self​​ #Relationships​​ ​​ #Mind​​ #BRAIN​​ #RewiringYourBrain​​ #Neuroscience with the best Specialists - #Psychologists​​ #Psychiatrists​​ #Researchers​​ #Authors DISCLAIMER: Zen-Brain features conversations with subject experts on issues arising in their fields of expertise. The content of the program is in no manner intended to or should be used as, a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment. Neither the creator of the program nor the experts expressing their views therein shall be liable in any manner whatsoever to any person acting on the basis of the content in disregard of this disclaimer. Let some conversations simply remain conversations!