Journal of Social Welfare and Management

Dementia is the most feared and debilitating late-life condition. According to current estimates, there are approximately 18 million cases of dementia worldwide, with approximately 34 million people suffering from dementia. The general prevalence of dementia is estimated to be between 5% and 7%. Alzheimer's disease is the most common kind of dementia, accounting for 80% of all dementia cases. The number of dementia patients is gradually rising. According to the Alzheimer's Society, meticulous preparation for the future is required today to guarantee that the appropriate care and support are accessible.1 Many distinct features of dementia are the subject of current research. India currently has the world's secondlargest elderly population.2

“An investment made today is the pillar of growth for tomorrow” Did we invest in the services for mental health? Little, did we knew that COVID-19 would change our lives so drastically. Yes we thought about COVID-19 symptoms, but did we think what impact is it going to have on our Mental Health? Huge jump was seen in the number of psychiatric cases in every country within few days of pandemic affected the various parts of the world. According to researches, previous pandemics have left us with psychological disorders which stayed with us for long. But were we prepared for the Mental Health Crisis the world is facing today? Leading authors, newspapers are warning psychiatrists about the jump in the number of psychiatric cases even after the pandemic ends. World needs help, resources, policies and guidelines. Let us begin with doing our bit towards the society.

This write up focuses on the meaning of the term 'values' and value crisis faced in public and private life. The catastrophic value chaos confusing the young minds should be addressed to immediately before it is too late. The value conflicts faced by teachers are also discussed. Ways to inculcate values among youths are suggested. If peace has to prevail both in the minds and the world outside we should learn to live in harmony with fellow human beings and the nature too.