Mental health

This Father’s Day, we dive into the unspoken emotions of fathers across India — men shaped by tradition, yet full of quiet love. Through heartfelt stories, they reveal how vulnerability is often hidden but always present in simple acts of care, thus appreciating fatherhood.

Reshma Valliappan is an inspiration, and so is her art. Her laughter is infectious and so is her passion. Meet the woman who was diagnosed with Schizophrenia at the age of 22, and is today a source of encouragement for many.

For over a decade, Mahira quietly bore the weight of caregiving—supporting her sister with schizophrenia amidst stigma, silence, and a broken system. Her story reveals the emotional toll on caregivers, the courage it takes to set boundaries, and the long road toward reclaiming one’s own life and self-worth.

In uncertain times, children look to their parents for reassurance. We spoke to an expert to understand how to talk to children about sensitive topics with calm, clarity, and care — while using simple tools like art, breathing, and open conversation to help them feel safe, supported, and emotionally secure.

Founded by Mathangi Swaminathan in 2021, Parity Lab turns personal trauma into collective strength — empowering survivors of gendered violence to become leaders. Through immersive fellowships and community-led healing, the initiative has impacted over 70,000 lives across India.

A mother’s love, activism, and courage are paving the way for autism awareness and acceptance in India.

She was just 17 when her world shattered. Burdened by guilt and fear, she struggled to move forward — until she found a therapy program that changed everything. Through trauma-focused healing, she learnt to trust, forgive herself, and reclaim her life.

After losing her foot in a bus accident, Veena Ambarish battled depression, earned an MBA, and launched 'Kari Dosa', proving the power of resilience.

In the quiet moments before everything changes, subtle signs go unnoticed. What if early intervention had made all the difference? Can we spot the signs before it's too late?

Alpa Dharamshi, inspired by her mother's battle, has spent nearly two decades empowering cancer patients and caregivers with strength, hope, and resilience.