PRG Wellness

# 641 World Bipolar Day is celebrated world wide on 30 March.
Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder that can cause significant changes in how a person feels and behaves. These changes often include episodes of mania; feeling unusually happy, energetic, or irritable and periods of depression, which can bring low mood, tiredness, and a loss of interest in activities.
Bipolar disorder most commonly starts in the late teens to early twenties, with the average age of onset being around 25. While it often emerges between 15 and 19, symptoms can begin as early as childhood or as late as the 40s or 50s.

# 640 The United Nations General Assembly adopted Resolution 66/281 on July 12, 2012, officially proclaiming March 20 as the International Day of Happiness and promote activities that encourage well-being and social harmony.

# 639 World Obesity Day is a globally recognised initiative that focuses on raising awareness on the severity of obesity and how to prevent these issues. Obesity can cause diabetes, heart disease, joint disorders, infertility, and certain cancers.

Obesity is a chronic medical condition that is detected when a person has gained excessive body fat, and it starts to harm their overall health.

To detect it, specialists analyse Body Mass Index (BMI), waist circumference, and results of metabolic assessment. This is far different from temporary weight gain; obesity is triggered by hormonal, genetic, behavioural, and environmental factors.

If obesity is ignored for a long time, it can impact other organs, further complicating the situation.

# 637 March 2 is observed as World Teen Mental Wellness Day.
In recent years anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders are visible mental health problems in teenagers.
Genetics, social media impact on self-esteem, and peer relationships can contribute to teen mental health challenges.
Open communication and supportive relationships can help in addressing teenage mental health issues well in time.