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How Stress Affects Sexual Health and Relationships

  How Stress Affects Sexual Health and Relationships In today’s fast-paced lifestyle, stress has quietly become a constant companion for many individuals and couples. From work pressure and financial responsibilities to emotional challenges and relationship expectations, stress seeps into every area of life — including sexual health and intimate relationships . At Mansparsh Clinic , Dr. Bhatambres often observes that many sexual health concerns are not purely physical but deeply connected to mental and emotional stress. Understanding this connection is the first step toward healing and restoring balance. Understanding Stress and Its Impact on the Mind and Body Stress is the body’s natural response to challenging situations. While short-term stress can be motivating, chronic stress can disrupt hormonal balance, emotional wellbeing, and overall health. When stress becomes persistent, the body produces excess cortisol (the stress hormone), which interferes with: Libido and s...

Screen Time and Its Impact on Children’s Mental Health | Dr Rahul Bhatambre

Screen Time and Its Impact on Children’s Mental Health In today’s digital world, screens are everywhere—TVs, tablets, smartphones, laptops. For many families, they’ve become a regular part of daily life. Whether it’s online classes, educational apps, or cartoons, children are spending more time in front of screens than ever before. But have we stopped to think about how this screen time might be affecting their mental health? As adults, we often feel drained after hours on a screen—now imagine how overwhelming it must be for a developing child. The Shift in Childhood Not too long ago, childhood meant playing outside, getting messy, and laughing with friends face-to-face. Now, many kids are glued to digital devices, often alone, missing out on emotional and social learning. Excessive screen time can impact how children connect with others, express themselves, and even understand their own feelings. How Screen Time Affects Mental Health 🔹 Sleep Disruption Blue light from screen...

How to Support a Child Struggling with Anxiety or Depression | Dr Rahul Bhatambre

How to Support a Child Struggling with Anxiety or Depression Because sometimes, a warm hug and a listening ear mean the world. As parents, guardians, or loved ones, we always want to protect our children from pain. But when that pain is internal , silent, and unseen—like anxiety or depression—it becomes much harder to navigate. Watching a child you love withdraw, cry often, or express fear about everyday things can leave you feeling helpless. But your presence, your understanding, and your patience can be the most powerful tools in their healing journey. Recognize the Signs with Compassion Children don’t always have the words to describe what they’re feeling. Instead, they might act out, become unusually quiet, complain of stomachaches, avoid school, or lose interest in things they once loved. These can be signs of anxiety or depression—not just “bad behavior” or “mood swings.” Rather than reacting with frustration, try to respond with curiosity and care. Ask gentle questions lik...