“Working from home made me realize how important regular and honest communication is, both with colleagues and family members. I can recommend to everyone to clarify doubts and misunderstandings quickly then it is easier to move forward. I am grateful for being able to spend more time with my family.” – Keerthi “Now I can value our good living conditions and hygienic standards. I am glad that we are able to make sure to follow the rules and regulations given by the government to avoid spreading of the virus.” – Hemima “I am very grateful to have my family around, especially in these challenging times. For me it is very…

As COVID-19 ravages cities and towns across India, millions suffer in silence from high levels of stress, anxiety, depression and other severe mental health issues COVID-19 is undoubtedly the health crisis of our time. But while much attention has been paid to the virus’ physical health impacts and the economic toll of the nationwide lockdown, another crisis has been quietly spreading under the surface: that of poor mental health. Mental health helplines operated by government and NGOs have recently received a deluge of calls, with individuals reporting high levels of anxiety, stress and depression. A study released by the Indian Psychiatry Society on March 25, revealed a 20% increase in…