In recent years, India has witnessed a quiet yet powerful revolution—one not led by protests or technology, but by stories. Stories of people opening up about anxiety, burnout, loneliness, trauma, and the deep desire to feel heard.

The Indian Context: From Silence to Speaking Up

Traditionally, mental health in India has been a topic wrapped in silence. Emotional struggles were often dismissed as weakness or “just stress.” For decades, psychological distress found expression in physical symptoms, or simply went unaddressed.

But slowly, this is changing.

Awareness campaigns, courageous public figures, and the rise of therapy culture have contributed to an important shift:
Mental health is no longer taboo—it is being recognized as essential.

According to the National Mental Health Survey, nearly 1 in 7 Indians experience mental health issues, yet access to timely help remains a challenge.

Closer to Home: Mental Health in Chennai

Chennai, with its mix of tradition and modernity, is uniquely placed in this conversation. While the city boasts some of the country’s finest medical institutions, mental health services are still largely centered in central Chennai and major hospitals.

But what about the growing suburban areas?

Places like Tambaram, once quieter residential zones, are now home to IT professionals, college students, retired parents, and young families—all facing emotional stressors in different forms. The fast-paced changes in lifestyle, work pressures, caregiving demands, and academic anxiety are creating new mental health needs across age groups.

Why Tambaram Needs to Talk About Mental Health

Tambaram is no longer just a railway hub or a college town. It’s become a microcosm of urban life—with its own traffic jams, tuition pressures, WhatsApp family groups, and silent battles behind closed doors.

• A school student silently struggling with social anxiety

• A homemaker carrying the invisible weight of emotional exhaustion

• A tech worker battling sleep disturbances after night shifts

• A retired father showing early signs of memory loss

• A college-goer navigating depression in the hostel room next door

These aren’t extreme cases. They’re increasingly common—and too often, ignored.

Creating Space for Healing: A Step Closer in Tambaram

Recognizing this gap, I’ve recently extended my psychiatric practice to Apollo Clinic, East Tambaram. The aim is simple:
To offer accessible, evidence-based, and compassionate mental health support in a locality that’s growing—but underserved.

Whether it’s supporting a student through exam stress, helping a family navigate dementia, or working with an adult facing anxiety or sleep issues, the goal is not just treatment—it’s trust, time, and thoughtful care.

In Closing

Mental health is not a luxury. It’s foundational.
And just like we maintain our bodies, our minds too need check-ins—especially in fast-changing urban spaces like Tambaram.

Let’s make emotional well-being part of everyday life. Let’s talk, heal, and grow—together.

🧠 Consultations available at:
Dr. Srinivas Rajkumar T, MD (AIIMS, New Delhi)
Psychiatrist | Special interest in Geriatrics, Child Psychiatry, Addiction & Therapy
📍 Apollo Clinic, 3, Bharathamadha Street, Opp. to MCC Campus, East Tambaram, Chennai – 600059
📞 Call/WhatsApp: 8595155808