
Addressing adolescents' mental challenges during puberty requires a multifaceted approach. It begins with education and normalization of the changes occurring in their bodies and minds, fostering open communication with trusted adults, and creating supportive environments at home and school. Providing mental health education, access to resources, and promoting healthy habits are essential. Challenging stigma, fostering peer support, empowering adolescents to take ownership of their mental health, and seeking professional intervention when needed are also crucial aspects of supporting their well-being during this transitional period.
In this episode of Gulabi Sambad, we delve into the same issue with Pratikshya Raj Upadhayay, Counselor and Clinical Psychologist.
#puberty #mentalhealth #adolescent #SRHR #podcast #gulabisambad
This episode of Gulabi Sambad features a conversation with journalist Sushma Gautam about sensitive issues of sexual violence and sexual and reproductive health in Madhesh. It talks about the challenges girls, women and marginalized communities face, including stigma, silence, and lack of proper information and services.The episode also discusses how many young boys are getting involved in sexual violence and abuse. It tries to understand why this is happening, looking at reasons like lack of awareness, harmful social norms, peer pressure, and little education about consent and respect.Through this conversation, the podcast aims to raise awareness, encourage open discussion, and highlight the need for better education and community support to prevent such violence and build a safer society. #sexeducation #endsexualviolence #madesh #nepal #srhr #gulabisambad
