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Check out these shows to hear in-depth conversations about inclusive and diverse literature, research and mental health.
25 Intersectional Toolkits on Mental Health, Wellness, and Self Care
Here is a collection of 25 toolkits on mental health, wellness, and self-care that cater to five themes (Disability, Gender, Race, Religion, and Migration).
Podcast Episodes on the Lived Experiences of Dalit Individuals
Dalit voices are not represented in mainstream media but fortunately, a few podcasts have risen to fill this vacuum. We recommend the five episodes below.
10 Books on the Intersection of Caste and Mental Health
This mix of books try to sensitively question the gaze and at the same time offer a much-needed insight into the multilayered impact of caste on mental health and wellbeing.
5 Researchers Investigating the Mental Health of Indigenous Communities in India
There is a steady, albeit small, stream of research accumulating information on the experiences of members of indigenous or Adivasi communities without forcefully categorizing and reducing these experiences. Here is a list of authors writing such research.
10 Health Insurance Policies that Cover Mental Health
We have compiled a list of some of the insurers who have introduced or changed their health insurance policies to cover costs incurred because of mental illness in an effort to disseminate information about the same and increase public access to mental health services.
10 Books Portraying the Lives of Individuals Struggling with Mental Health Issues
A 2011 World Health Organisation-sponsored study found that 36% of Indians suffered from a Major Depressive Episode (MDE) within their lifetime. That means India has the most number of people in the world who suffer from some form of depression at some point in their lives. Despite the worrisome statistics, social pressure to be “normal” […]
10 Books on Mental Health released in 2021 you should check out
Literature on mental health, especially intersectional mental health therefore becomes all the more crucial. As we witness a third Covid-19 wave in India, we bring to you a diverse selection of books on mental health released last year. Although not an exhaustive list, we hope these books catering to diverse mental health themes provide some respite in these difficult times.
10 Free Counselling Services for Children
The Belongg Mental Health Collective has prepared a list of mental health service providers who are offering their services free of cost.