The Hidden Mental Health Crisis | Mrs. Shallu Duggal on Youth, Judgement & Emotional Struggles

🧠 THE HIDDEN MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS NOBODY TALKS ABOUT | PART 1 We talk about mental health more than ever—but are we really talking about what people are going through beneath the surface? Behind smiles, busy schedules and “I’m fine” can be emotions and struggles that often remain unseen and unspoken. In Part 1 of Open Space by Devika, we explore the hidden side of the mental health crisis and ask some important questions about the way we understand emotions, judgement and young people’s struggles. 💭 In this episode, we discuss: • What exactly do we mean by a “hidden mental health crisis”, and why is it called hidden? • What are some of the common emotional struggles that people experience but rarely talk about? • Why are so many people struggling deeply behind their smiles? • Have we, as a society, unintentionally created an environment where young people feel the need to hide their struggles from their families? • How does the fear of judgement affect the way young people express their emotions and seek support? • What can parents do differently to create an environment where children feel heard, understood and safe to talk without feeling judged? This conversation is not about finding quick answers. It is about starting the conversation—because sometimes, what people need most is not advice, but a space where they can be heard. 🎙️ Open Space by Devika A space for conversations that make us pause, reflect, question and grow. Watch Part 1 and share your thoughts with us. 💬 What do you think is one thing we need to change about the way we talk about mental health? Follow and connect✨ 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/open.spaceb... Mrs. Shallu Duggal | Counselling Practioner | Mental Health Consultant https://www.instagram.com/duggalshall... Part 2 coming soon. #openspacebydevika #hiddenmentalhealthcrisis #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #youth #mentalhealthmatters #letstalk #realconversations #anxiety #breakthesilence # #devikamanchanda #shalluduggal #explore #understanding #fearofjudgement