https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/tags/mentalhealth/Recent content in MentalHealth on Culture CrossroadsHugo -- gohugo.ioen-caWed, 19 Nov 2025 05:54:00 +0000https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/aadesh-chaudhary-mens-mental-health-often-takes-a-backseat/Wed, 19 Nov 2025 05:54:00 +0000https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/aadesh-chaudhary-mens-mental-health-often-takes-a-backseat/International Men’s Day, which is observed on November 19, is celebrated to acknowledge men’s contributions, advocate for gender balance, and bring attention to key concerns surrounding their health and overall well-being. Diya Aur Baati Hum actor Aadesh Chaudhary feels men’s mental health is often overlooked. He said, “Men’s mental health often takes a backseat, maybe because of societal expectations or traditional notions of masculinity. Men are sometimes expected to be the strong ones who don’t show emotions or vulnerability.https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/somy-ali-stigma-attached-to-ignoring-mental-health-has-gone-on-for-generations/Thu, 31 Jul 2025 03:04:00 +0000https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/somy-ali-stigma-attached-to-ignoring-mental-health-has-gone-on-for-generations/Actor Somy Ali, who runs a US based NGO called No More Tears and tirelessly works to help and rehabilitate victims of domestic violence and rape, recently took to Instagram to talk about mental health. Citing examples of popular personalities such as Guru Dutt and Parveen Babi, she spoke about how mental health has been looked down upon since generations. “One of the greatest filmmakers of the Hindi Film Industry was Guru Dutt with films like Pyaasa and Kaghaz Ke Phool.https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/aadesh-chaudhary-talking-about-it-helps-break-the-stigma/Thu, 10 Oct 2024 04:51:00 +0000https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/aadesh-chaudhary-talking-about-it-helps-break-the-stigma/Sasural Simar Ka actor Aadesh Chaudhary, who has also been part of shows like Diya Aur Baati Hum, and Laal Ishq, to name a few, says it was high time that the conversation around mental health began and people paid attention to it and the trigger points too. Speaking on the occasion of World Mental Health Day, which is observed on October 10, he said, “I believe mental health is a very real issue that needs attention.https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/rinku-ghosh-at-home-i-disconnect-from-work-completely/Tue, 20 Aug 2024 07:25:00 +0000https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/rinku-ghosh-at-home-i-disconnect-from-work-completely/Rinku Ghosh, currently captivating audiences with her performance in Anokha Bandhan on Dangal TV, believes that maintaining a balance between work and personal life is essential. Despite her busy schedule, she makes a conscious effort to prioritize her family and personal well-being. “In this fast-paced life, balancing work and personal life is crucial. The moment I reach home, I completely disconnect from my work and character. My focus shifts entirely to my family,” shares Rinku.https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/apoorva-arora-gears-up-for-lipstick-her-project-on-mental-health/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 04:43:00 +0000https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/apoorva-arora-gears-up-for-lipstick-her-project-on-mental-health/Apoorva Arora, known for her versatile roles across multiple film industries, is all set to captivate audiences with her upcoming project, Lipstick. It delves into the profound theme of mental health, particularly focuses on issues arising from unresolved past trauma and their significant impact on daily life. In Lipstick, Apoorva portrays Diksha, a character she found deeply relatable due to a personal connection. “I based Diksha on a friend of mine,” Apoorva shared.https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/sonam-c-chhabra-recognized-as-mental-health-advocate-of-the-year/Wed, 19 Jun 2024 03:20:00 +0000https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/sonam-c-chhabra-recognized-as-mental-health-advocate-of-the-year/The accolade won by Sonam C Chhabra at the Jagran Awards as The Mental Health Advocate of the Year, recognizes her unwavering dedication to raising awareness and championing initiatives aimed at removing the taboo around acknowledging mental health issues. The mental health activist and content creator was presented with the award by Suyash Laktakia, Head of branded content & production at Jagran New Media, and Pooja Chaudhary, Head of Corporate Communications at Sony India, Along with some of the top content creators of India such as Sakshi Sidhwani, Yasmin Karachiwala, Karanvir Bohra, Rajiv Makhni and Sejal Kumar.https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/simple-kaul-maintaining-mental-fitness-is-crucial/Tue, 18 Jun 2024 01:41:00 +0000https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/simple-kaul-maintaining-mental-fitness-is-crucial/Mental fitness is the need of the hour, says Ziddi Dil Maane Na actor Simple Kaul. She adds that she makes sure of making sure her mental health is maintained. “Maintaining mental fitness is crucial, as I’ve emphasised. It’s not just about physical fitness; mental wellness plays a significant role as well. Meditation is a practice I engage in regularly. Given my profession in the restaurant industry, I naturally encounter friends frequently.https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/manjari-mishra-talks-about-the-importance-of-mental-health/Mon, 06 May 2024 16:58:00 +0000https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/manjari-mishra-talks-about-the-importance-of-mental-health/The pandemic was not only physically, but mentally tough on many people, says actor Manjari Mishra. Manjari, who was seen in Gujarati film Fuleku, Bollywood film Rocket Gang, and the short film Main Tumhara, says that the pandemic brought in a lot of fear and anxiety in people, which they are still fighting till date. “The Covid-19 pandemic and lockdown have brought a sense of fear and anxiety to almost everyone.https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/shama-sikanders-impact-on-mental-health-awareness/Sun, 05 May 2024 18:20:00 +0000https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/shama-sikanders-impact-on-mental-health-awareness/You must have spotted three very important terms on Shama Sikander’s Instagram bio. The three words are ‘mental health advocate’. As an artiste, Shama has always been bold and suave, all thanks to her never-say-never attitude and indomitable spirit. Shama Sikander is known to be a face symbolising courage, hardwork and resilience. However, she’s in every perspective the most perfect example of the fact that just because someone is courageous, he or she can’t have emotional turmoil in life.https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/anuj-kohli-rely-heavily-on-meditation-to-keep-my-mental-fortitude-intact/Thu, 02 May 2024 07:00:00 +0000https://staging.culturecrossroads.ca/posts/anuj-kohli-rely-heavily-on-meditation-to-keep-my-mental-fortitude-intact/Anuj Kohli, who is seen as Saransh in Ravindra Gautam and Raghuvir Shekhawat’s Dahej Daasi, which is produced under their banner Do Dooni 4 Films, says he is a day creature and enjoys shooting during the day. But being an actor, he knows the job comes with occasional night shoots too, and meditation comes to his rescue in those times. “Ah, the infamous night shoots! While some may thrive under the moon’s glow, I must admit, I’m a creature of the daylight.