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Battling the silent epidemic of mental health issues

Apr 11, 2025 4 mins read
Battling the silent epidemic of mental health issues

Until she began receiving psychosocial counselling, Tashi Lhamo’s life was marked by torment and confusion. Sleep eluded her, food lost its appeal, and no medicine seemed to help.

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