Dr. Sudarshan Ray Sensharma

01/02/2026

Mental health gets prime slot in Budget 2026 speech, Sitharaman announces NIMHANS 2.0 | India News

This move, as per Sitharaman, comes due to the lack of mental health institutions in North India.| India News

31/01/2026

A Stanford Medicine psychiatrist shares tips for dealing with the daily strains and larger stressors — particularly those that come with the holiday season.

31/01/2026

If you have high blood pressure, there are things you can do to help bring it down. https://wb.md/4q0RkIA

31/01/2026

Pedestrian safety begins with patience. At zebra crossings, reduce speed and give way. Every safe step counts!

31/01/2026

The American Psychiatric Association has announced big upcoming changes to psychiatry’s big book of mental disorders, the DSM

28/01/2026

Epigenetics studies how behaviors and environment can cause changes that affect the way your genes work, without altering the DNA sequence itself, acting like switches to turn genes "on" or "off". These modifications, involving chemical tags on DNA and proteins, can influence cell function and can even be passed down through generations, explaining differences between identical twins and how lifestyle factors like diet, stress, or drug use impact health. Key mechanisms include DNA methylation and histone modification, which control access to genes, leading to diverse cell types from the same genetic blueprint.

Key Concepts

Gene Expression Control: Epigenetics provides instructions for when and how genes are used, allowing a brain cell to be different from a skin cell despite having the same DNA.

No DNA Sequence Change: Unlike genetic mutations, epigenetic changes add to the DNA, altering its expression but not the underlying code (A, T, C, G).

Environmental Influence: Diet, stress, toxins, and physical activity can trigger epigenetic modifications.

Heritability: Some epigenetic marks can be inherited, potentially affecting future generations.

Main Mechanisms

DNA Methylation: Adding methyl groups to DNA, often silencing genes.

Histone Modification: Altering histone proteins around which DNA is wrapped, making genes more or less accessible.

Chromatin Remodeling: Changing how tightly DNA is packed.

Examples & Implications

Cell Differentiation: Determines whether a cell becomes a nerve cell or a muscle cell.

Disease: Can be linked to cancer, addiction (due to drug/alcohol effects), and brain disorders like PTSD.

Aging: The "epigenetic clock" measures biological age by tracking DNA methylation patterns.

Identical Twins: Explains slight differences in appearance and health between identical twins.

27/01/2026

27/01/2026

Not every argument deserves your energy. Not every opinion deserves your response. Some people are not interested in truth, growth, or understanding — they are only interested in noise, ego, and being right at any cost.

When you engage, you don’t elevate them.
You drain yourself.

Your peace, time, and mental clarity are far more valuable than winning a pointless debate. Silence, distance, and discernment are often wiser than words. Wisdom is knowing when to speak — and when to walk away without explaining.

Protect your mind.
Choose your battles.
And remember: sometimes the smartest move is not to argue at all, but to keep your calm and let ignorance buzz away on its own.

27/01/2026

DASH stands for “Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension.” This eating plan was designed to lower the risk of hypertension (high blood pressure). High blood pressure affects 1 in 3 U.S. adults and is a major risk factor for heart disease.

When you follow the DASH diet, you consume higher amounts of potassium — a heart-healthy mineral. You also consume less sodium, which can help lower your blood pressure and improve heart health.

27/01/2026

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What happens when those who heal others begin to break? I had the privilege of hosting Prof. Subodh Dave — Dean, Royal College of Psychiatrists (UK) Trustee, Doctors in Distress We spoke about a reality the medical profession can no longer ignore: Stress → Burnout → Mental Illness in Doctors W...

27/01/2026

We can all take many actions to support our mental health and protect against mental illness. These can include getting daily physical activity,...

26/01/2026