AAP's Anti-Drug Campaign Brings Hope to Punjab Families
Aam Aadmi Party's 'Yudh Nashe Ke Virudh' initiative is providing crucial support and rehabilitation to families battling drug addiction in Punjab, offering a new path to recovery.
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NIMHANS Study Links Distress to Problematic Porn Use
A Bengaluru IT professional's struggle with pornography addiction, treated at NIMHANS, forms a case study. New research reveals high psychological distress predicts problematic use in Indian adults. Learn more.
Patriots' Boutte lost $90k to gambling addiction
New England Patriots receiver Kayshon Boutte reveals his harrowing $90,000 gambling addiction battle at LSU. Discover how injury and fatherhood changed his path. Read his powerful story.
Yoga Halves Opioid Withdrawal Time: Nimhans Study
A groundbreaking Nimhans-Harvard study finds yoga as adjunct therapy reduces opioid withdrawal recovery from 9 to 5 days. Discover the low-cost, high-impact solution for addiction.
Yoga Boosts Opioid Addiction Recovery, Finds NIMHANS Study
A landmark NIMHANS study reveals yoga significantly improves recovery outcomes for opioid addiction. Discover how this ancient practice is revolutionizing modern treatment. Read the full findings.
Ranchi DLSA Holds Anti-Drug Campaign in Schools
Ranchi DLSA organized painting & essay competitions in schools to educate students on drug abuse effects. The drive is part of the national DAWN scheme for a drug-free India.
Abohar youth dies after escaping de-addiction centre
Family of Manoj Kumar, 21, accuses private de-addiction centre in Rajasthan of negligence after his body was found in Abohar. Read the full story and demand accountability.
Class 10 Student Consumes Poison Over Broken Mobile Phone
A 17-year-old in Chhatarpur attempted suicide after his phone broke. The incident raises serious concerns about teen mental health and mobile addiction. Read the full story.
MP Teen's Suicide Attempt Over Broken Mobile Phone
A 17-year-old student in Chhatarpur consumed poison after his broken phone couldn't be repaired immediately. He is now stable. This incident highlights severe mobile addiction and teen mental health issues in India.
Tramadol's Low Pain Relief, High Heart Risk: Study
New research in BMJ Journals finds tramadol reduces chronic pain by less than 1 point on a 10-point scale but doubles serious side effects like heart issues. Safer alternatives urged.
Man beaten to death in Halisahar de-addiction centre
Biswajit Mondal, 30, allegedly beaten to death inside a de-addiction centre in Halisahar. Owner absconding, police investigation ongoing. Read the shocking details.
Shopaholism: A Hidden Mental Health Disorder Explained
Compulsive buying disorder, or shopaholism, is a serious mental health issue where shopping acts like drug addiction, leading to debt and depression. Learn the signs and treatment. #MentalHealth #India
Tramadol's Risks Outweigh Benefits, Finds BMJ Study
A major BMJ analysis reveals tramadol offers limited chronic pain relief while increasing risks of heart issues and side effects. Experts urge caution in prescribing.
Digital Addiction in Kids: 2025 Study Finds Mental Health Link
New 2025 research shows compulsive screen use, not just time, drives anxiety & depression in kids. Learn the signs and practical family solutions. Read more.
Gene variant doubles opioid addiction risk, finds AIIMS study
An AIIMS study reveals a genetic variant linked to stress response more than doubles opioid addiction risk in Indians. Discover the biological factors behind dependence.
Punjab cancels psychologist recruitment, opts for outsourcing
Punjab government cancels recruitment for 343 psychologists after written tests, citing administrative reasons. Process likely to move to outsourcing, raising job security concerns. Read the full story.
Nagaland University Proposes Digital Rehab Law for Addiction
Researchers propose a new 'Digital Rehabilitation Law' using AI and telemedicine to transform India's addiction recovery. Could this be the solution to reach underserved communities?
Punjab scraps psychologist recruitment, opts for outsourcing
Punjab govt cancels hiring of 343 contract psychologists for de-addiction centres after written exams. Fees to be refunded. Move to outsourcing raises job security concerns.
Congress Yatra Attacks Gujarat Govt on Drugs, Farm Loans
Congress launches second leg of Jan Aakrosh Yatra in Gujarat, alleging govt inaction led to 25 lakh drug addicts and corruption in MGNREGA. Read the full report.
12-Year-Old Dies in Rajkot After Phone Use Stopped
A 12-year-old boy in Rajkot died by suicide after his parents stopped his mobile phone use. Police are investigating the tragic incident involving the son of an autorickshaw driver.
12-year-old dies by suicide in Rajkot over phone restriction
A 12-year-old boy in Rajkot died by suicide after his parents stopped his mobile phone use. Police are investigating the tragic incident involving the son of an autorickshaw driver.
Hotel room buried in trash after guest's 2-year gaming stay
A hotel in China was left in shock after a guest checked out following a continuous two-year stay, revealing a room filled with mountains of garbage and human waste. The incident highlights extreme gaming addiction.
Late-night TikTok use harms teen sleep and focus, study finds
A new global study shows teens spend 1.78 hours daily on TikTok, mostly at night, harming sleep & focus. Discover 4 data-backed strategies to cut screen time.
Bhopal Suicide Linked to Rs 30 Lakh Online Gambling Loss
A 32-year-old man in Bhopal died by suicide after suffering massive losses in an online casino game. Police recovered a note citing debts of Rs 25-30 lakh. Read the full tragic story.
Teacher cycles 6000 km for clean air, addiction-free India
Santosh Gupta, a primary school teacher from Chhattisgarh, cycled nearly 6000 km along India's Golden Quadrilateral, setting a Guinness World Record while spreading awareness on clean air and public health. Read his inspiring journey.
Oral Bacteria Could Help Smokeless Tobacco Users Quit: PGI
A PGIMER study reveals oral bacteria adapt to break down nicotine, potentially lowering dependence. This finding could lead to new microbiome-based cessation strategies for India's smokeless tobacco challenge.
Ludhiana: Body Found with Syringe, Family Refuses Autopsy
A 30-year-old man's body was found with a syringe in Ludhiana's Daba area. Family refused autopsy citing depression, raising concerns over data on Punjab's opioid crisis. Read more.
Himachal CM Sukhu leads Anti-Chitta walkathon in Hamirpur
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu led a massive 'Chitta-Free Himachal' walkathon in Hamirpur, pledging to dismantle drug networks with a focus on rehab. Thousands participated.
Doctor sentenced in Matthew Perry ketamine case
A doctor involved in supplying ketamine to actor Matthew Perry before his overdose death has been sentenced to 8 months of home confinement. Read the full details of the case.
Sadashiva Swami's campaign frees Haveri from addiction
Sadashiva Swami of Haveri Hukkerimath led a successful month-long 'Addiction-Free Villages Initiative'. Over 75 villages pledged to quit alcohol, cigarettes & gutka. Read the inspiring story.
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