Zara Esufally
At 15, I knew Psychology was my calling. Over a decade later, having gained two degrees and a wealth of hands-on experience in this field, my passion for mental health advocacy remains as strong as ever. I truly believe that revamping Sri Lanka's mental health landscape is the need of the hour- we need to prioritise awareness, implement evidence-informed policies and build frameworks that ensure best practice. Whilst there is an extensive amount of work to be done to achieve these targets, tangible change always starts with a simple conversation. This is why I have decided to write 'Mind the Gap.' My column aims to shed light on a range of mental health topics in both the local and global context; and inspire positive change in attitudes and approaches to psychosocial wellbeing.
An Overview of Seeking Mental Health Care
None of us are strangers to the fact that with most new things in life, starting is the hardest part. This also applies to seeking mental health care. So, you’ve identified something that you’re struggling with and you’re ready to address it- what now? How do you choose the right person to talk to and what should you expect from your conversations with them? Well, here’s the lowdown.
Overworked and Overwhelmed The Burnout Epidemic
Are you always on the clock? Dreaming about picking the low-hanging fruit in order to avoid boiling the ocean? Is your social life constantly on the back burner? Chances are, you’re teetering on the edge of burnout.
Navigating Teenage Mental Health Stressors and Coping Mechanisms
Our teen years are some of the most important years of our lives- we spend them learning who we are and what we stand for, as well as where our interests and skill sets lie. It is an incredibly exciting time, yet it is
The Future of Mental Health How Tele-Therapy and AI Are Revolutionizing Care
Does going to therapy feel like yet another task on a never-ending to-do list? Are inconvenient timings and a limited practitioner pool pushing it further and further down your list of priorities?
