Show notes
This episode of the Oddcast show features an insightful interview with Dr. Bhushan Shukla, a renowned child psychiatrist from Pune. The discussion delves into the complex topics of mourning, grief, depression, the over-diagnosis and misunderstanding of mental health conditions, and the impact of technology and societal changes on mental health. Through personal experiences of mourning, we seek Dr. Shukla's expertise on the matter, exploring the nuances that differentiate normal emotional responses from clinical depression. But we go beyond grief and depression. A riveting conversation on the legal and ethical considerations in mental health treatment, the effects of drugs on young people, and practical advice for individuals dealing with grief or considering seeking mental health support ensues.



