Sadness, Anxiety, Depression & ADHD

Max points: 5 Type: Podcast

In this episode, psychiatrist Dr. Samir Parikh discusses key mental health issues including anxiety, depression, ADHD, substance use, and the impact of bullying. He explains biological and social factors, warns against self-diagnosis, and highlights why professional help and awareness are crucial in today's fast-changing world.

Channel: BeerBiceps Duration: 1:29:35

Questions

1. What 2022 report highlighted a 25% increase in depression and anxiety post-COVID?

WHO Report CDC Report UNICEF Report Lancet Psychiatry Review

2. What risk did Dr. Parikh associate with long-term cannabis use?

Similar brain changes seen in schizophrenia Better stress management Reduced risk of depression Improved creativity

3. According to Dr. Samir Parikh, what is the minimum duration of persistent symptoms before depression can be considered an illness?

2 weeks 1 month 3 days 1 week

4. Which childhood experience did Dr. Parikh identify as a major factor leading to adult mental health issues?

Bullying Divorce of parents Academic failure Excessive video gaming

5. What does Dr. Parikh emphasize as the key criterion for diagnosing mental illness?

Severity of sadness Family history of illness Functional impairment in daily life Number of panic attacks

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