Talks and interviews
Short talks and longer conversations in which Dr. Devika Kosana explains common mental health concerns, in English and Telugu. They were made and published by the hospitals and channels named under each video.
Short talks
Bipolar disorder is more common than we think
A short talk for World Bipolar Day on recognising bipolar disorder and supporting people who live with it.
How stress affects mind and body
Why stress matters for health and relationships, and everyday steps that help: food, sleep, movement, connection and asking for help.
Signs of stress at work
Changes a colleague or manager may notice, such as absences, low motivation, mood changes and withdrawal, and why it helps to encourage support early.
World Suicide Prevention Day
On breaking the silence around suicide, talking openly and reaching out for help.
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Conversations in Telugu
Five simple techniques to reduce anxiety
A conversation in Telugu on practical ways to calm anxiety day to day.
Simple ways to reduce everyday stress
A conversation in Telugu on managing stress and looking after mental health.
An easy way to ease mental stress
A conversation in Telugu on stress and steadying the mind.
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