The Economic survey highlights the increase in mental health issues in India. In this context, analyze the reasons for poor mental health and suggest measures.
Kartavya Desk Staff
Q3. The Economic survey highlights the increase in mental health issues in India. In this context, analyze the reasons for poor mental health and suggest measures. (10M)
- •*Difficulty level: Moderate
- •Reference: The Economic times, Insights on India*
* *Why the question: The Economic Survey has highlighted the rise in mental health issues among Indians and suggested a bottom-up, whole-of-community approach for addressing the issue. Key Demand of the question: Analyse the reasons behind the rise in mental health issues in India and suggest measures to address these issues. Directive: Analyse-Examine in detail the reasons for poor mental health in India and suggest measures to address the issue. Structure of the answer: Introduction: Mention the observation from the Economic Survey. Highlight the significance of mental health. Body: First part: Reasons for Poor Mental Health Socio-economic factors, Lifestyle changes. Social isolation, Stigma and lack of awareness. Work-related stress, Impact of COVID-19. Second part: Suggested Measures Policy interventions, Public awareness campaigns. Improving healthcare infrastructure, Community support systems, Workplace mental health program, Leveraging technology. Conclusion: Emphasise the need for a bottom up community approach.
* *Why the question:
The Economic Survey has highlighted the rise in mental health issues among Indians and suggested a bottom-up, whole-of-community approach for addressing the issue.
Key Demand of the question:
Analyse the reasons behind the rise in mental health issues in India and suggest measures to address these issues.
Directive:
Analyse-Examine in detail the reasons for poor mental health in India and suggest measures to address the issue.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Mention the observation from the Economic Survey. Highlight the significance of mental health.
Body:
First part: Reasons for Poor Mental Health
Socio-economic factors, Lifestyle changes.
Social isolation, Stigma and lack of awareness.
Work-related stress, Impact of COVID-19.
Second part: Suggested Measures
Policy interventions, Public awareness campaigns.
Improving healthcare infrastructure, Community support systems,
Workplace mental health program, Leveraging technology.
Conclusion:
Emphasise the need for a bottom up community approach.