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COVID-19 and Mental Health in Older Adults, a source book released by NIMHANS-Bengaluru
The rapid transmission of COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, higher mortality rate, self-isolation, social-distancing and quarantine could exacerbate the risk of mental health problems. NIMHANS released a brochure about COVID-19 and mental health in older adults.
Website link:
https://nimhans.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/COVID-19-and-Mental-Health-in- Older-Adults.pdf
CSIR brings out weekly News Bulletin on COVID-19
CSIR-News Bulletin is a monthly Newsletter published by Science Communication and Dissemination Directorate (SCDD), CSIR. The Newsletter consists of various contemporary activities. The monthly e-Newsletter of CSIR News Bulletin also focused on COVID-19 pandemic and efforts towards its mitigation.
Website link:
https://www.csir.res.in/news-bulletin
NIMHANS-Bengaluru releases source book for children and adolescent well-being during COVID-19 for parents and caregivers
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) can affect children and young people directly and indirectly. Beyond getting sick, many young people’s social, emotional, and mental well-being has been impacted by the pandemic. Trauma faced at this developmental stage can continue to affect them across their lifespan. NIMHANS released a brochure which is about how children and adolescents can maintain their well-being during COVID-19 pandemic.
Website link:
https://nimhans.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Children-and-adolescent- well-being-during-covid-19-for-parents-or-caregives.pdf
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