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Two mental health experts. One conversation. Six of the most misunderstood things about mental health in India. In Episode 7 of Cadabam's Insights, Dr. Sunil M. R. (Director Facilitator at Cadabam’s Group) sits down with Dr. Apar Saoji, Principal, School of Yoga & Naturopathy, S-VYASA Deemed to be University to unpack the beliefs that are quietly preventing people from getting the right help. In this episode: → Anxiety vs Depression — they both involve overthinking, but in opposite directions → Why labelling experiences as 'bad' is a habit with real clinical consequences → Why effective mental health guidance is never a lecture → The 'Guruji' principle — what 30 years of clinical experience passes down → Addiction and willpower — why 'just control your mind' is the most damaging thing you can say → Where yoga and mindfulness genuinely fit — and where they don't replace clinical care This is the kind of conversation that usually happens behind closed doors in a mental health clinic. We're putting it on record. 📞 +91 97414 76476 (24/7 psychiatric helpline) 🌐 cadabamshospitals.com 📍 Cadabam's Hospitals, JP Nagar, Whitefield, and Cadabams Spark Hospital, Mysore. About Cadabam’s Hospitals Cadabam's Hospitals is a 33-year psychiatric institution based in Bangalore, Karnataka — operating hospitals at JP Nagar, Whitefield, and Cadabam’s Spark Hospital Mysore, with sub-specialty care across adult, child, geriatric, addiction, and neuropsychiatry. #CadabamsInsights #MentalHealthIndia #PsychiatryExplained #AnxietyVsDepression #AddictionRecovery #CadabamsHospitals #MentalHealthBangalore #PsychiatryPodcast #MentalHealthAwareness

In this episode of Cadabam’s Insights, Dr. Sunil M.R speaks with Dr. Apar Saoji, Principal of the School of Yoga & Naturopathy at S-VYASA Deemed to be University, to explore how yoga works as a science-based therapy for addiction and mental health. Key Topics Covered - Why addiction is a problem of mind regulation, not weak willpower - How yoga helps control cravings, impulsivity, and stress - Scientific evidence and clinical trials supporting yoga therapy - Yoga’s role in addiction recovery and relapse prevention - Why yoga is relevant for modern lifestyle-related disorders This episode is valuable for individuals with addiction, caregivers, clinicians, and anyone seeking evidence-based mental health solutions. Interested in learning more Yoga related facts, subscribe to our channel so you don’t miss the next clip. Save and share this with someone who may need it. #YogaForMentalHealth #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthPodcast #YogaScience #CadabamsInsights

In the age of social media, AI tools, and constant digital stimulation, attention problems have become increasingly common. But does that mean everyone has ADHD? 

In this insightful podcast episode, Dr. Vishal Kasal, Consultant Psychiatrist and NIMHANS alumnus, explains why ADHD is being widely discussed today—and why awareness does not always equal diagnosis. 

Hosted by Dr. Sunil M.R., the conversation explores how people now research symptoms online, come with self-diagnoses, and how clinicians actually evaluate ADHD through structured assessments. 

The episode highlights key differences between everyday distraction, stress-related attention issues, and true ADHD. It also explains the role of impulsivity, delayed gratification, and emotional dysregulation. 

Parents, professionals, and adults questioning their attention challenges will gain clarity on when to seek help and what effective treatment really looks like. 

Interested in learning more ADHD related facts, subscribe to our channel so you don’t miss any relevant information from our experts. Save and share this with someone who may need it. 

#ADHDTreatment #ADHDDiagnosis #CBTForADHD #TherapyForADHD #BrainScience #PsychologyPodcast #PsychiatryPodcast #DrVishal #CadabamsInsights #MentalWellbeing 

In this full episode, Cadabam’s Insights host Dr. Sunil sits down with psychiatrist and sleep science expert Dr. Thejus Kumar to uncover the hidden truth about sleep — what it does to the brain, body, emotional health, and long-term wellbeing. 
From sleepwalking to dream science, from melatonin disruption to sleep deprivation myths, this episode breaks down everything we think we know about sleep — and what science actually says.

Topics covered include: 

• Why sleep deprivation can be fatal 

• What happens during REM and deep sleep 

• Why screens and blue light destroy natural sleep cycles 

• The truth about snoring and sleepwalking 

• Whether weekend sleep can fix weekday sleep loss 

• How substances like alcohol or cannabis affect sleep 

• Why your brain needs dreams for emotional balance and memory 

This conversation may change how you sleep tonight — and how you treat sleep for the rest of your life. 

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Addiction doesn’t exist in isolation — it’s a family and social issue. In this episode of Cadabam’s Insight, host Dr. Sunil M.R talks with Dr. Shreedevi A U from NIMHANS about the systemic impact of addiction. 

Together, they discuss how gender roles, family expectations, and cultural beliefs can either support recovery or make it harder. Dr. Shreedevi shares real experiences from her clinical work with families affected by substance use and explains why healing must involve the entire family system. 

💡 Topics explored in this episode: 

• How social stigma affects women seeking addiction treatment 

• The emotional and developmental toll on children growing up in addictive households 

• Why permissive and over-controlling parenting can both lead to substance misuse 

• The gateway nature of tobacco and early exposure in adolescents 

• How social workers bridge the gap between medical and emotional recovery 

• The importance of cultural understanding in treatment planning 

This conversation helps us rethink addiction — not as personal failure, but as a social and psychological condition shaped by relationships and systems. 

#AddictionAwareness #MentalHealthPodcast #CadabamsInsights #FamilySupport #Psychiatry #SocialWork 

What makes someone turn to alcohol or substances when life gets hard? Is it a lack of willpower, or something deeper? 

Join Dr. Sunil M.R and Dr. Aparna Rani in this powerful episode that unpacks the mental, emotional, and psychological layers of addiction. From childhood trauma to coping patterns and relapse prevention, this is a must-watch for anyone interested in mental health, self-awareness, or therapy. 

👉 Key insights you’ll gain: 

This episode helps break the stigma around therapy and shows how understanding “why we drink” is the first step toward real healing. 

💬 "Relapse is part of progress, not the end." — Dr. Aparna Rani 

📖 Watch, learn, and share this conversation with someone who needs to hear it today. 
🎙️ Hosted by: Dr. Sunil M.R 
🧩 Guest Expert: Dr. Aparna Rani 

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Did you know that nearly 14 crore Indians have consumed alcohol — and over 5 crores have suffered serious health, mental, or social problems because of it? In this eye-opening podcast, Dr. B.R. Madhukar, a leading psychiatrist and de-addiction expert breaks down everything you need to know about alcohol use, addiction, and recovery — from the first drink to full dependence. Whether you drink occasionally, socially, or struggle to quit, this conversation will change how you look at alcohol forever.

👉 In this full episode, you’ll learn:

1. The real statistics on alcohol use in India

2. Why even “social drinking” can be harmful

3. The stages: recreational use → harmful use → dependency

4. How alcohol damages your brain, heart, liver, and nerves

5. Why willpower alone doesn’t help you quit

6. Medical & psychological treatments that actually work

7. How rehabilitation centers help people rebuild life after addiction ⏱️

Timestamps:

00:00 – Alcohol Statistics in India: The sobering numbers

01:20 – “Is it okay to drink once in a while?” – A doctor answers

11:42 – Stages of alcohol use explained

15:39 – What alcohol does to your body (head to toe)

20:01 – Why quitting is so hard: more than willpower

32:14 – The real path to recovery

40:36 – Medicines that help you quit Featuring: Dr. B.R. Madhukar, Consultant Psychiatrist & Addiction Specialist

💬 Host: Dr. Sunil M.R. 🚨 Watch if you or someone you know: Struggles to control drinking Believes “a little alcohol is fine” Wants to understand how addiction develops Is seeking real solutions and treatments This is not just information — it’s hope. Whether you drink socially, heavily, or love someone who struggles, this episode gives you the knowledge and encouragement to make change possible. Watch the whole episode to learn more about alcohol dependence. Subscribe to our channel for more mental health related insights. #AlcoholAddiction #HealthPodcast #IndiaHealth #DoctorExplains #DeAddiction #MentalHealth #QuitDrinking #AlcoholEffects

Think schizophrenia is just “genetic”? Or that recovery is impossible? Think again. In this deep dive, we uncover what science really says about schizophrenia, how it affects the brain, and why hope is real. 

🔥 What you’ll discover in this episode: 

• Myth-busting genetics: Why schizophrenia isn’t just “in your family.” 

• Brain explained simply: How dopamine drives hallucinations and social withdrawal.

• Shocking twin study data: 80% vs 10% risk explained. Identical vs fraternal risk differences.

• Hopeful recovery: 1/3 of people fully recover—and early treatment multiplies your odds.

• Newest medications: Fix both hallucinations and sadness with fewer side effects. 

Whether you’re a patient, family member, or mental health enthusiast, this episode gives clear, evidence-based insights that break stigma, inspire hope, and explain the latest breakthroughs. 

✅ Don’t forget to subscribe for more science-backed mental health insights! 

If you are your loved one has any questions, or they just want to talk to a mental health professional.  

Please reach out to our team at +91 96111 94949 or website our website: https://www.cadabams.org/ for all the mental health resources. 

#schizophreniamyths, #mentalhealthrecovery, #dopamineexplained, #newschizophreniadrugs, #brainscience, #early treatment 

Are you curious about schizophrenia and how it affects the mind?  This full-length podcast explores the complex world of schizophrenia and psychosis, breaking down myths, symptoms, and the science behind the condition. 

In this episode, Dr. Sunil M & Dr. Priya Raghavan discuss: 

• What hallucinations and delusions really mean 

• The difference between hallucinations vs. normal thoughts 

• Types of delusions (bizarre, religious, and more) 

• How to recognize early warning signs in loved ones 

• Why brain scans, blood tests, and evaluations are important for diagnosis 

• Why schizophrenia often appears in adolescence or early adulthood 

• Differences in onset between men and women 

• How families and clinicians can support patients through recovery 

Dr. Priya provides real-world insights into psychiatry, mental health care, and the human side of living with schizophrenia. 

Whether you’re curious about mental health, supporting someone you love, or studying psychology, this conversation is an eye-opening deep dive. 

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Visit our website: https://www.cadabams.org/ for more helpful resources on mental health and wellness.