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How to Use Smartphone Apps for Mental Health Services in India

This article dives into how smartphone apps are used to enhance mental health services in India, evaluating their impact and potential challenges.

In recent years, the intersection of technology and mental health services has become increasingly prominent, particularly with the surge in smartphone usage. India, a country with a population of over a billion people, has witnessed a notable rise in mental health awareness, prompting a shift in how mental health services are delivered. This paradigm shift is primarily attributed to integrating smartphone apps into mental health care frameworks.

Navigating the Impact of New Technology and Media on Traditional Forms of Therapy in India

The mental health field has gradually evolved in India’s vast cultural diversity. Traditional forms of therapy, deeply rooted in ancient practices, have coexisted with modern technological advancements. New technologies and media have shifted how therapy in India is perceived and accessed in recent years. This article explores the transformative impact of these changes, diving into both the opportunities and challenges they present.

The rise of technology in therapy in India has been a transformative development, especially given the historical stigma surrounding mental health. The accessibility of technology, particularly smartphones and the internet, has played a pivotal role in changing the country’s mental health care landscape.

YUVA’s Participation in Ministry of Environment’s Volunteer Coordination Plan Workshop

On November 8, 2023, YUVA actively engaged in a workshop dedicated to introducing and validating the Volunteer Coordination Plan (VCP), organised by the Ministry of Environment, Solid Waste Management and Climate Change, and designed for Mauritius and Rodrigues in the event of an oil spill.

This initiative aims to strengthen response measures by establishing Volunteer Coordination Centres (VCC) for practical and organised volunteer engagement in potential oil spill scenarios. Additionally, the VCP seeks to update the National Oil Spill Contingency Plan (NOSCP) with efficient volunteer management strategies.

YUVA’s Involvement in the Finalisation of the National Oil Spill Contingency Plan of Mauritius

On the 17th of October 2023, YUVA Mauritius actively participated in a pivotal working session focused on the “Finalisation of the Updated National Oil Spill Contingency Plan (NOSCP) of the Republic of Mauritius” at the Hennessy Park Hotel, Ebene.

The event carried immense significance, given its mission to raise awareness among various stakeholders about their crucial roles and responsibilities in case of oil spill incidents. The primary objective of these sessions was to ensure that the plan, in its updated form, is user-friendly and comprehensive in its guidelines.

Top 10 Instagram Influencers in Mauritius

Today, more than 1.4 billion people use Instagram for personal and professional purposes. But do you know the top 10 Instagram influencers in Mauritius?

Instagram is one of the top social media platforms. As per the news published in Meta Advertising, more than 350,000 users are from Mauritius, approximately 28% of the total population of Mauritius. Most Mauritian users of Instagram are of 18-25 years of age.

The Brutal Truths About Crypto Scams on Instagram

This article will explore some of the most common crypto scams on Instagram, how to spot them, and what you can do to protect yourself. By familiarizing yourself with these scams, you can help keep your hard-earned money safe and out of the hands of criminals.

Cryptocurrency scams are becoming more and more common on Instagram. Many scammers will pose as celebrities or well-known figures in the cryptocurrency community to try and trick people into sending them money. They may also create fake cryptocurrency giveaway schemes to get people to send them money or personal information. Cryptocurrency scams on Instagram are a new rage. These come with the promise of free tokens or secret insider tips on how to get rich quickly from Bitcoin or another altcoin. While many of these are just laughable attempts at getting your personal information to steal personal identity and data, some are more convincing than others. But one that stands out is the Bitcoin giveaway scam. The premise is simple: An account promises to give you a certain amount of Bitcoin if you send them a small amount as a fee to claim the ‘free’ cryptocurrency.

The Best Influencers in Mauritius, Ranked

Anyone who influences or encourages others to act or to pursue and realise a dream, vision or aspiration is an influencer. This article ranks the best influencers in Mauritius.

Influencers set direction and help themselves and others to do the right thing to move forward. To do this, they create an inspiring vision and motivate and inspire others to achieve it. They also manage the delivery of the vision, either directly or indirectly, and build and coach their teams to make them more vital. Social media influencers have built a reputation for their knowledge and expertise on a specific topic. They make regular posts about that topic on their preferred social media channels and generate large followers of passionate, engaged people who pay close attention to their views.

The Best Influencers in Mumbai, Ranked

There exist thousands of influencers across Mumbai. But have you ever wondered who the best influencers in Mumbai are? This article ranks them!

The general meaning of influencer is a person or thing that leads or guides. An influencer is someone who can see how things can be improved and who gathers the people to move toward that better vision. Many types of influencers are there. Social media influencers have built a reputation for their knowledge and expertise on a specific topic. They make regular posts about that topic on their preferred social media channels and generate large followers of passionate, engaged people who pay close attention to their views. Brands love social media influencers because they can create trends and encourage their followers to buy the products they promote.

Top 5 Most Creative Climate Change Campaigns

Concerns about climate change have morphed into a full-fledged social movement, encouraging people, especially young people, to take action to tackle this problem. However, not everyone is aware of this threat’s severity and the measures to reduce climate change. Fortunately, many campaigns exist today whose aim is to inform, increase awareness, and shape public perception of issues and solutions creatively and innovatively.

Below are five of the most ingenious and ground-breaking climate change awareness campaigns the world has seen so far.

Top 5 Most Creative & Innovative Reading Campaigns

Reading is a highly encouraging activity. Below are some of the most creative and innovative reading campaigns launched around the world to promote reading:

10 Ways Through Which Kids Can Reject Body-Shaming

Although no one is born perfect, hearing criticisms about one’s physical appearance is something that even children experience.

Body image is developed at a very young age, with children as young as 3 to 5 years old beginning to worry about their appearance and even express dissatisfaction. It can be challenging to avoid children getting exposed to “the ideal body type” in society.

5 Ways to Tackle Body-Shaming in Mauritius

Body-shaming has long been a part of the Mauritian culture. Whether it is done intentionally or unintentionally, no one should feel self-conscious about their weight, clothing size, skin colour, or physical form just because they do not have what society considers to be “the ideal body type.”

As a result, unrealistic cultural ideals and unfavourable media depictions of body image negatively impact not only a person’s self-worth and self-esteem but also their mental health. Social anxiety, depression, and eating disorders are some of the issues that might arise. Therefore, tackling body-shaming is one of the ways to improve mental health in Mauritius.

1 December: Rock the Ribbon this World Aids Day

COVID-19 has demonstrated that, during a pandemic, no one is safe until everyone is safe. Leaving people behind is not an option if we are to succeed.

Eliminating stigma and discrimination, putting people at the centre and grounding our responses in human rights and gender-responsive approaches are key to ending the colliding pandemics of HIV and COVID-19.

14 November: World Diabetes Day 2020 honours Nurses

The theme for World Diabetes Day 2020 is “The Nurse and Diabetes.” The campaign aims to raise awareness around the crucial role that nurses play in supporting people living with diabetes.

Nurses currently account for over half of the global health workforce. They do outstanding work to support people living with a wide range of health concerns. People who either live with diabetes or are at risk of developing the condition need their support too.

International Day for the Eradication of Poverty 2020: Justice for all in Mauritius

In a world characterised by an unprecedented level of economic development, technological means and financial resources, that millions of persons are living in extreme poverty is a moral outrage. Poverty is not solely an economic issue, but rather a multidimensional phenomenon that encompasses a lack of both income and the basic capabilities to live in dignity.

People living in poverty experience many interrelated and mutually reinforcing deprivations that prevent them from realising their rights and perpetuate their poverty, including: