{
  "id": 13335822,
  "title": "NIMHANS study finds loneliness linked to psychological distress, excessive series watching among parents of emigrated children",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/nimhans-study-finds-loneliness-linked-to-psychological-distress",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-10-10T05:34:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu Health",
    "slug": "the-hindu-health",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/nimhans-study-finds-loneliness-linked-to-psychological-distress-excessive-series-watching-among-parents-of-emigrated-children/article71564189.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A recent study conducted by researchers from NIMHANS has discovered a link between loneliness and emotional distress among parents whose adult children have moved abroad. The findings, published in BMC Research Notes, were particularly relevant on World Mental Health Day and shed light on the psychological challenges faced by parents during the empty-nest phase. The study involved 64 'empty-nest' parents aged between 45 and 65, with 30 fathers and 34 mothers from various families in Karnataka, Haryana, and Punjab. These parents had adult children living away for at least two years, mostly belonging to middle socioeconomic backgrounds and nuclear families. The study found that loneliness was significantly associated with higher psychological distress, difficulties in regulating emotions, and an excessive or difficult-to-control viewing of series, which can interfere with daily functioning and increase the risk of non-communicable diseases. While the study did not establish that loneliness directly causes psychological distress or excessive series watching, it did highlight the potential impact of digital media and streaming services as a solitary leisure option for parents experiencing less day-to-day interaction with their children. The researchers emphasized the need to address the emotional well-being of parents in light of changing family structures and international migration, as it can reduce opportunities for regular face-to-face interaction.",
  "summary": "The findings assume relevance ahead of World Mental Health Day, observed on October 10, which draws attention to mental health and the need to address psychological well-being",
  "key_points": [
    "Loneliness linked to higher psychological distress among parents of emigrated children",
    "Excessive series watching interferes with daily functioning and health risks",
    "Study emphasizes need to address emotional well-being of parents due to changing family structures"
  ],
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      {
        "outlet": "The Hindu",
        "title": "NIMHANS study finds loneliness linked to psychological distress, excessive series watching among parents of emigrated children",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/nimhans-study-finds-loneliness-linked-to-psychological-distress-13338640",
        "published": "2026-10-10T05:34:26.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}