Adayu, the mental health vertical of Fortis Group, has launched a groundbreaking mental health podcast series, ‘Adayulogues with Dr. Samir Parikh.’
This new initiative aims to raise awareness around mental health, reduce stigma, and promote overall well-being in society. The podcast will address a wide range of mental health topics, such as bipolar disorder, panic disorder, addiction, suicide prevention, and persistent depressive disorder, offering professional insights from Fortis’s Mental Health Program team.
Led by Dr. Samir Parikh, Consultant Psychiatrist and Chairperson of the Fortis National Mental Health Program, the podcast series is designed to tackle the significant lack of understanding about mental health issues. Each episode will feature expert opinions from psychiatrists and psychologists, discussing symptoms, challenges, and treatment options in an accessible format.
Dr. Parikh on the Importance of ‘Adayulogues’
Speaking about the launch, Dr. Samir Parikh emphasized the need for increased awareness around mental health. “Adayulogues is an initiative from Fortis’s Dedicated Mental Health Vertical, Adayu. The podcast aims to raise awareness about mental health issues, addressing the widespread misinformation and lack of knowledge surrounding them.
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Many individuals with mental health disorders may not recognize their symptoms, which can delay the process of seeking help,” said Dr. Parikh. The 36-episode series will be released over the next four months on Fortis’s YouTube channel, @fortismentalhealth, and will be conducted in Hindi, making it accessible to a wider audience.
Addressing India’s Mental Health Challenges
India faces a growing mental health crisis, particularly among young adults and working professionals, with the lack of awareness and access to adequate treatment being key barriers. Dr. Ritu Garg, Chief Innovation and Growth Officer at Fortis Healthcare, highlighted these challenges, noting, “Mental health awareness has increased in recent years, but accessing affordable and timely interventions remains a significant issue. The Adayulogues Podcast will not only help people identify their mental health concerns but will also debunk myths surrounding mental health disorders.”
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Adayu, derived from the word ‘ayu,’ meaning age or life, is a Fortis Group vertical that focuses on comprehensive mental healthcare. As part of the Fortis National Mental Health Program, Adayu offers digital tele-mental health services, including AI-based tools, acute psychiatry, deaddiction, and rehabilitation services. The launch of Adayulogues marks Adayu’s commitment to combining clinical excellence with innovative mental health solutions.
For more information, follow the Adayulogues podcast on YouTube at @fortismentalhealth.
