Indian Journal of Community Medicine

OCT 8, 2026 · JOURNAL ARTICLE

Prevalence and Determinants of Obesity among Rural Homemakers in Punjab, India: A Community-based Cross-sectional Study

Indian Journal of Community Medicine

Abstract Background: Obesity is a global crisis with a disproportionate impact on women. In Punjab, female obesity rates are among India’s highest, yet a critical research gap exis

OCT 7, 2026 · JOURNAL ARTICLE

Nomophobia, Psychological Distress, and Acceptability of Tele-psychiatry among School Teachers in Jharkhand: A Mixed-methods Study

Indian Journal of Community Medicine

Abstract Introduction: Nomophobia, the fear or anxiety associated with being without one’s mobile phone, has emerged as a growing mental health concern globally. While research lar

SEP 1, 2026 · JOURNAL ARTICLE

Loneliness and Its Determinants among the Elderly in an Urban Field Practice Area of a Medical College in North India: A Community-Based Cross-sectional Study

Indian Journal of Community Medicine

Background and Objective: Mental health disorders affect over 20% of the elderly, with depression being one of the most prevalent conditions. Loneliness plays a significant role in