Interviews, articles and talks by Dr. Yujal Man Singh on mental health, addiction and wellbeing, mostly in Nepali.
Videos
Using your phone while eating and even in the bathroom is a sign of addiction (Setopati, in Nepali)
An interview with Setopati on internet and mobile phone addiction: how to recognise it, how it affects the brain, relationships, work and study, and simple steps families can take, such as keeping phones away from the table at mealtimes.
Articles
इन्टरनेटको लतबाट कसरी बच्ने? (How to escape internet addiction), Setopati, April 2023
Dr. Yujal explains why internet addiction is a recognised problem, the signs to look for, and practical advice for parents and young people.
Topics
Dr. Yujal Man Singh is a psychiatrist in Kathmandu and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the Nepali Army Institute of Health Sciences. He speaks and writes in Nepali and English about:
- Internet, phone and gaming addiction
- Depression, anxiety and sleep problems
- Mental health of Nepalis working or studying abroad
- Suicide prevention and when to seek help
- CBT and TEAM-CBT in plain language
Talks and training
He gives talks for schools, colleges, workplaces and community groups, and training in CBT skills for health workers and counsellors. Talks can be in Nepali or English, in person in Kathmandu or online.
His research papers are listed on the research and publications page. New interviews and articles will be added here.
For journalists
If you are writing about mental health, Dr. Yujal can explain a topic in plain words or check facts in a story. Please send your questions and your deadline in your first message.
Media requests
For interviews, talks or training, please email mindmnepal@gmail.com or message on WhatsApp at +977 9851347591.