Psychologist

KL Rahul’s biggest adversary is his own mind, not Rabada, Anderson or Hazlewood

KL Rahul no longer needs a batting coach or a video analyst to help him succeed as a Test opener. He needs the services of a sports psychologist.

World Mental Health Day 2018: IRDAI must define illness for insurers; lack of clarity, policy is pushing India towards crisis

Despite a circular issued in August asking health insurance providers to cover mental health problems with immediate effect, there's not a single policy in the market that covers mental healthcare. In fact, most policies continue to have clauses that exclude diseases like schizophrenia and Alzheimer’s.

Health ministry's 'advice' for mental health patients trivialises their pain, derails work done to remove stigma

The responsibility of dealing with depression lies not just with the individual, but society at large. We all need to develop resilience to ensure that individuals feel safe to even acknowledge their mental health concerns.

Delhi's Asha Kiran Home: As crimes against mentally-challenged continue, policy and social intervention required

The gross human rights violations taking place in mental institutions across the country, mostly towards women patients, need immediate intervention both at social as well as a policy level

Premier League: Arsene Wenger says Stoke fightback sign of Arsenal's new mental strength

Arsene Wenger said the character Arsenal showed in battling back from a goal down to beat Stoke City 3-1 was proof of a growing mental strength in the team.

Suicide watch: What counsellors who work on the front lines have to say

Mental health experts give an insight into the challenges they face when convincing those contemplating suicide that they have a reason to live.

Sri Lanka hire Jeremy Snape as psychologist for World Cup

The Sri Lankan cricket team have acquired the services of sports psychologist Jeremy Snape for a second spell with the team during the World Cup which starts Feb 14.

World Cup 2014: Brazil captain Thiago Silva tears into critics over tears

Brazil captain Thiago Silva has hit out at critics for disapproving his and his teammates crying before the Selecao's penalty shootout victory against Chile Saturday.

Psychologist makes 'urgent' and unscheduled visit to help tearful Brazil

Tears shed by Neymar and his fellow Brazilian stars at the World Cup have shocked some of the country's football legends and coach Luiz Felipe Scolari has ordered extra coaching with the team psychologist, a report said Wednesday.