Wellness

What to do during a heatstroke?
High temperatures in summer can lead to heatstroke which can be extremely dangerous if ignored.
What to do during a heatstroke?
High temperatures in summer can lead to heatstroke...
Diseases to be aware of this summer
Here are some of the diseases you should be aware of this summer to stay fit and healthy.
Diseases to be aware of this summer
Here are some of the diseases you should be aware of...
Guide to stay healthy while travelling
It is vacation time and it is highly important for us to stay healthy while travelling.
Guide to stay healthy while travelling
It is vacation time and it is highly important for us to stay...
Are you a morning person?
Here are some tips that can help you get up early and stay fresh.
Are you a morning person?
Here are some tips that can help you get up early and stay fresh.
10 foods to avoid this summer
It is very important to consume the right kind of food in summers to avoid falling sick.
10 foods to avoid this summer
It is very important to consume the right kind of food in...
Beware of these ‘summer diseases’!
Summer is a season which hosts a number of diseases. Here is looking at a prominent few.
Beware of these ‘summer diseases’!
Summer is a season which hosts a number...
Understanding the Five Big...
The combination of characteristics or qualities form an individual's distinctive character. Here are 5 major traits.
Understanding the Five Big Personality Traits
The combination of characteristics or qualities...
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
CFS is characterised by fatigue, memory loss, brain fog, muscle aches, headaches, unrefreshing sleep and extreme exhaustion.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
CFS is characterised by fatigue, memory loss, brain fog...
Bronchitis and care
Bronchitis is an infection of the lungs, which causes them to become irritated and inflamed. Read how to avoid it.
Bronchitis and care
Bronchitis is an infection of the lungs, which causes them to become...Does your child have dysgraphia?
Dysgraphia is a learning disability that affects handwriting and fine motor skills. Learn more here.Does your child have dysgraphia?
Dysgraphia is a learning disability that affects handwriting...
Computer Vision Syndrome – A growing concern
This occurs due to prolonged use of computers, tablets and mobile phones.
Computer Vision Syndrome...
This occurs due to prolonged use of computers...
It’s time for a digital detox!
Digital detox refers to the time period during which one stays away from devices like phones and gadgets.
It’s time for a digital detox!
Digital detox refers to the time period during which one stays away...
Hygiene: How cleanliness matters
Inculcating hygiene at a young age will help in shaping the future of the children and will also develop their skills to lead a healthy life.
Hygiene: How cleanliness matters
Inculcating hygiene at a young age will help in...
Varicose vein and care for teachers
Teachers spend a lot of time standing and the pressure within the veins in the leg and can lead to varicose veins.
Varicose vein and care for teachers
Teachers spend a lot of time standing and the pressure...
The Flynn Effect
The Flynn Effect refers to the rise in IQ scores over the past century.
The Flynn Effect
The Flynn Effect refers to the rise in IQ scores over the past century.
Teachers, de-stress NOW!
Teachers, here are a few tips for you to de-stress.
Teachers, de-stress NOW!
Teachers, here are a few tips for you to de-stress.
Nosebleeds and how to treat them
Teachers, read on to find out what causes nosebleeds and how to treat them.
Nosebleeds and how to treat them
Teachers, read on to find out what causes nosebleeds...How to tackle bullying?
Bullying is an unwanted/aggressive behaviour seen most commonly among children . How do we tackle it? Read on.How to tackle bullying?
Bullying is an unwanted/aggressive behaviour seen most commonly...
How noisily distracted are your students?
Some students find it hard to study or concentrate in class due to background noise. What can be done about this? Read on.
How noisily distracted...
Some students find it hard to study or concentrate...
Screen Dependency Disorder is real, and it damages your brain
The excessive use of smartphone has been given the term ‘Screen Dependency Disorder’. Read on.
Screen Dependency Disorder is real...
The excessive use of smartphone...
Understanding Communication Disorder
Communication disorders refer to disorders that affect a person’s comprehension,
Understanding Communication Disorder
Communication disorders refer to disorders that affect...
Eye Care for Teachers
Taking care of our eyes is very important as poor eye care leads to various issues.
Eye Care for Teachers
Taking care of our eyes is very important as poor eye care leads ...
First Aid Tips for Common Accidents
It is important for us to know basic first-aid procedures in emergency situations.
First Aid Tips for Common Accidents
It is important for us to know basic first-aid procedures...
Prepping for Monsoon
Monsoon is the season which attracts illnesses. See how to stay healthy.
Prepping for Monsoon
Monsoon is the season which attracts illnesses. See how to stay....
Good Touch and Bad Touch
It is very important to have the 'talk of the hour' with children - good touch vs. bad touch.
Good Touch and Bad Touch
It is very important to have the 'talk of the hour' with...
Sensory Processing Disorder
It is a condition where the brain has trouble understanding, receiving and responding to information that comes through the senses.
Sensory Processing...
It is a condition where the brain has trouble understanding...
Understanding Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD)
MSDs are conditions that affect the muscles, bones and joints.
Understanding Musculoskeletal...
MSDs are conditions that affect the muscles, bones and joints.
Mental Health & You – Demystifying Counselling
Ms. Sudeeptha Grama, in this article, busts a few myths regarding mental health and counselling.
Mental Health & You...
Ms. Sudeeptha Grama, in this article, busts a few myths regarding...
The Dyslexic Teachers
It is well known that there are children in schools who are affected by dyslexia. But, there are various teachers affected too!
The Dyslexic Teachers
It is well known that there are children in schools who are affected...
Relax, Teachers!
Teachers are prone to stress and occupation burn out. It’s time for you to relax. Learn how!
Relax, Teachers!
Teachers are prone to stress and occupation burn out. It’s time for you...
Guide to a good night’s sleep
It is very important to sleep well. Sufficient and good quality sleep protects mental and physical health, also improving quality of life.
Guide to a good...
It is very important to sleep well. Sufficient and good quality sleep...
How to overcome Dyslexia?
There are several misconceptions regarding dyslexia, the first, is confusing it to be a disease.
How to overcome...
There are several misconceptions regarding dyslexia, the first...
Healthy lifestyle for teachers
A teacher’s profession involves a lot of hard work. This eventually takes a toll on the health. Read on to know how to stay healthy.
Healthy lifestyle...
A teacher’s profession involves a lot of hard work. This busy regime...
First Aid for the mind
It is very important to be aware about issues related to mental health. Learn more here.
First Aid for the mind
It is very important to be aware about issues related to mental...
Sport: How important is it?
Sports and games are very important for overall development. and is an efficient way through which children can relax and destress.
Sport: How important...
Sports and games are very important for overall development...
Teachers, it's time to take care of your throat!
Throat problems are an occupational hazard of being a teacher. Since there is a lot of stress on their throat, certain .
Teachers, it's time to take...
Throat problems are an occupa- tional hazard of being a teacher...
Seven signs your child is a technology addict!
Children these days sleep and wake up with technology. Check out these seven signs to see whether your child is a technology addict.
Seven signs your child...
Children these days sleep and wake up with technology . Check out...
Burnout
Burnout is a state of chronic stress, which leads to emotional fatigue, feeling isolated and not respected. Read what the signs are.
Burnout
Burnout is a state of chronic stress, which leads to emotional fatigue, feeling...
Play - An important aspect for your child's growth
Playing is very important for children. It helps them develop mentally and physically as well.
Play - An important...
Playing is very important for children. It helps them develop mentally...
Treating Homesickness, the right way
There are many children who are homesick, which prevents them from going on school trips.
Treating Homesickness...
There are many children who are homesick, which prevents...
It's time to hit the snooze button Part- II
Sleep functions as food for a tired brain after a hectic day. It is important for us to sleep well, to help the body function better.
It's time to hit the snooze...
Sleep functions as food for a tired brain after a hectic day. It is...
It’s time to hit the snooze button (Part- I)
Sleep is vital for a person’s well-being, as important as the air we breathe, the water we drink or the food we eat.
It’s time to hit the snooze...
Sleep is vital for a person’s well-being, as important as the air we breathe, the...
Help your child beat that exam stress, the healthy way!
Headaches and stomach aches are the most common symptoms of being in exam stress.
Help your child beat...
Headaches and stomach aches are the most common symptoms...
Coping with Bedwetting in children
There can be various reasons why children wet their bed. It is the parents’ and guardians’ responsibility to be understanding.
Coping with Bedwetting...
There can be various reasons why children wet their bed. It is the parents’...
ADHD and its types
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder causes high level of hyperactive and disruptive behaviour.
ADHD and its types
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder causes high level of...
Aerated drinks affect children's behaviour
A recent study in the US has shown that intake of aerated drinks has increased aggression in teenagers and kids. Find out more here.
Aerated drinks...
A recent study in the US has shown that intake of aerated drinks...
How important is a teacher's wellness?
We talk about how important health, hygiene and overall wellness of a student is and how one must achieve it. .
How important...
We talk about how important health, hygiene and overall wellness...
Learning Disabilities - How do you detect them?
Detecting learning disabilities and disorders among children is not easy. Find out how to detect them.
Learning Disabilities...
Detecting learning disabilities and disorders among children...
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is pain, tingling and other problems in your hand caused by pressure on the median nerve in your wrist.
Carpal Tunnel...
Carpal tunnel syndrome is pain, tingling and other problems in your hand...
A special kind of teacher
Seli Tucker and Naomi Domeh, special education teachers from Cherry Blossoms School, Kohima, speak of their transition and journey.
A special kind...
Seli Tucker and Naomi Domeh, special education teachers...
Autism - a disorder you must know about
Autism is a complex neuro-behavioural disorder that includes impairments in social interaction, communication, etc.
Autism - a disorder...
Autism is a complex neuro-behavioural disorder that includes...
Binge Eating disorder
Binge Eating is a disorder where a person goes on an uncontrollable splurge of eating food, up to a point where there is overeating.
Binge Eating disorder
Binge Eating is a disorder where a person goes on an uncontrollable...
Increasing screen time is not good for your child
Children are spending more screen time which is affecting their health.
Increasing screen time...
Children are spending most of their time watching television, working...
Texting Thumb
Texting too much, continuously can cause texting thumb!