Deepika Padukone Advocates Mental Health and Stress Management in Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025

The actor shared personal insights and practical advice with students on handling exam stress, building resilience, and prioritizing mental well-being.

Deepika Padukone emphasized the importance of expressing emotions, sharing her own journey with depression to encourage students to seek help when needed.
She advised students to focus on their strengths, practice mindfulness, and engage in activities like journaling to manage stress effectively.
Highlighting the significance of sleep, hydration, exercise, and meditation, she described these as foundational habits for maintaining mental balance during exams.
Padukone urged parents to recognize their children's unique interests and potential, rather than placing undue pressure on academic performance.
The session, part of the eighth edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha, also included practical exercises, such as a sensory mindfulness activity to help students stay present and reduce anxiety.