“Mom has started misplacing things… is this normal ageing or something more?” If that question has been on your mind, you are not alone. Forgetfulness can feel frightening—both for the person experiencing it and for those who love them. I’m Dr Sagnik Mukherjee, Neuropsychiatrist at the Mental Health Research Centre (MHRC), Kolkata. This article is…
“Is there a name for what we are seeing at home?” A worried spouse asks this on a late evening call. Their loved one is forgetting words, sleeping in bursts, and avoiding friends. If you relate to this—from Khidirpur or Howrah, from Jadavpur or Dum Dum—you are not alone. Many families across Kolkata look for clear…
Trauma is a deeply distressing experience that can leave lasting scars, not just emotionally but also physically, particularly on the brain. The complex interplay between traumatic events and brain function can significantly influence an individual’s mental health, behavior, and overall well-being. Understanding how trauma impacts the brain is crucial for fostering empathy, providing effective treatment,…
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Heart disease is flagged as one of the leading causes of death globally. Every second matters when it comes to heart-related emergencies. But many of us still confuse two of the most serious conditions: heart attack and cardiac arrest. While they may sound similar, they are not the same. A heart attack is a circulation…
Feeling short of breath can be scary. Many people think it is just weakness, acidity, anxiety, or lack of stamina. But sometimes, breathlessness can be a warning sign from your heart. Let us understand this in simple words. What Is Shortness of Breath? Shortness of breath means: You feel you cannot take a full breath You…
