"Every child is not the same, each has his strengths and weaknesses. Parents should have faith in them," asserted Dr. Anupama Gadkari, a consultant psychologist. She said parents play a significant role in grooming their child as well as making them physically and mentally strong, so they don't resort to suicides in case of failures. "Parents should lend them emotional support and shouldn't vent their anger or pressurise them. If their child is under stress on the eve of results, parents should behave normally and should provide them company," Dr. Gadkari advised. Read more

According to psychologist and psychotherapist Dr. Anupama Gadkari, the trend reflects changes in the approach of society. "We all try to achieve 100% results and expect the same from children. It is humanly not possible to get cent per cent success every time. In case of failure, we break down and tend to take extreme step," she says. Read more

In 2007, ASHA International collaborated with the Institute of Psychological Health, Nodal Association for Mentally Ill, Bangalore Chapter, the Karnataka Association for Psychiatric Disability, Shanti Nursing Home, SRUJAN Psychotherapy & Counselling Centre, Schizophrenia Awareness Association, Seth G.S. Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital to present the Rally for Recovery on a 6-city tour across India. Read more

Be Clear in your thinking. Decision regarding career should be taken at right time and after thorough analysis of the individual's inclination. The blue print of success is vision and hard work. Often, youngsters despite having the right vision fail to accomplish their missions just because the vision is not complemented with hard work.

Consultant Psychologist, Psychotherapist & HRD Trainer, Dr. Anupama Gadkari in conversation with Ananya Roy.  Read more