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How to Stay Clear Despite Negative Media During Elections
Elections are pivotal moments in any democratic society, providing citizens with a voice to shape policies and hold leaders accountable. However, the intense political fervor and campaign excitement can take a psychological…
June 3, 2024 -
At the Forefront of Mental Health: The Significance of Accreditation for Emotional First Aid Academy
In today’s fast-paced world, mental health has become a paramount concern, demanding immediate attention and effective solutions. The Emotional First Aid Academy (EFAA), accredited by the Healthcare Sector Skill Council (HSSC), stands…
March 15, 2024 -
Unmasking Exam Stress: The Rollercoaster Ride of Academic Anxiety
It is strange that the exams happen during summer- the air is thick with humidity outside and thick with tension on the inside. Some students breeze through it like a cool cucumber,…
February 20, 2024 -
Convocation Highlights 2023: Celebrating Success with Distinguished Guests
Emotional First Aid Academy (EFAA) Convocation Program: Lamp Lighting by Mr. Mathew Baby Tharakan, Counsellor at DPS Bangalore North; Mr. Prasad, Founder of Amrut IT Info Systems and CIO (Chief Information Officer)…
November 28, 2023 -
International Men’s Day 2023: Men’s mental health during economically uncertain times
It’s that time of the year! International Men’s Day is here. This day is a celebration of all that men bring to the table. This is the day to acknowledge that gender…
November 17, 2023 -
Bridge The Gap: Why India Needs You To Become An Enabler
We live in strange times, where we are always connected with each other but yet so disconnected. This malady of our times reflects the mental health crisis. It shows that we need…
July 31, 2023 -
The Mental Health revolution is here: Are you ready to become an enabler?
At EFAA, we believe that everyone can become a mental health champion or, as we like to call them: Enablers. Everybody experiences emotional ups and downs. Not everyone requires therapy. Agreed. However,…
July 14, 2023 -
Participated in the 100m hurdles at school? You might know what it’s like to win through to mental health support in India.
We’ll admit, though: The hurdles you’ll face enroute to mental health require far more than the physical agility you (likely) no longer have. This societal lack of understanding of mental health is…
June 17, 2023 -
Recession & Mental Health – Here’s your brain during an economic downturn
The past few years have been a roller-coaster ride for most of us. Whether COVID-19 changed the world for the better or worse is still uncertain. One important development is that more…
June 6, 2023 -
How Emotional First Aid can improve outcomes during professional consultations
To the uninitiated, the idea of consulting a psychologist usually appears daunting. A mental health consultation, to most Indians, is no-sane-man’s land. An aversion to vulnerability, doubt and the idea of opening…
June 5, 2023