Context : Chief economic advisor expresses concern on Mental Health Crisis Among Youth
Relevance: GS 1(Society)
- Concerns Raised: Increasing anxiety, depression, and suicidal tendencies linked to:
- Reasons involved
- Excessive screen time.
- Sedentary lifestyle.
- Ultra-processed food consumption.
Importance:
- Vital for leveraging India’s demographic dividend.
- Mental health complements physical health for productive employment.
- Call for Action: Responsibility extends to society and the private sector alongside government efforts.
