Mental health is a must

I wish to express my concern regarding 'Mental Health' through your columns. Mental Health is equally important as the physical health. These days, everybody lives by the night. Office workers have night shifts and teenagers decide to party. In this routine, people forego their basic necessities , sleep and food. This has led to stress and pressure and therefore affects mental health.

Not caring may lead to serious damage. I hope the government and the society can spread awareness about mental health and help eradicate stigma and allow them to speak about their health.

Shravya Bhatt, Hyderabad