Tips to manage postnatal depression

Tips to manage postnatal depression

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Giving birth to a baby is an amazing feeling, but sometimes it can derail the life of new mothers, in case they happen to experience “baby blues,” such as mild depression, mood swings, an inexplicable urge to cry and the mixed feeling of motherhood. These blues are quite normal and can be triggered by hormonal changes witnessed during pregnancy and motherhood. However, if these emotions become severe and continue for a longer period of time, it can be a case of postnatal depression. Read more

Indonesia sees homosexuality as mental disorder, but defers criminalization of gay sex

Indonesia sees homosexuality as mental disorder, but defers criminalization of gay sex

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The lesbian, gay, bisexual and transsexual (LGBT) community has always been a soft target for others in many parts of the world. Amid the ongoing debate over the legalization of homosexuality world over, the Indonesian government undertook a retrogressive measure recently, publishing a guide that proposes to classify homosexuality as a mental disorder. The proposed law, backed by 10 major political parties of the country, is likely to criminalize gay sex, punishable by up to five years of imprisonment for anyone breaking the law. Read more