by Katie Easton One of the amazing things about blogs is that they promote conversations about mental health, and offer us ways to look after our well-being. Here’s a list of top mental health and well-being blogs that provide a wealth of resources and support within mental health and well-being. The Mighty is a digital […]
In today’s globalized world, more and more people know two (or more) languages. There are many benefits of learning a second language, from knowing one’s heritage to greater career prospects, and a standout benefit of the immense health benefits on the brain. While it is ideal to start learning a language as young as possible, […]
Everyone experiences stress regardless of age, sex, race or religion. It happens every day and manifests itself in various forms. According to the Global Health Organization of Stress, 80% of people experience stress at work, and it’s a major health concern for a lot of high school students. What is Stress? Stress is how the […]
There are two types of diseases: Physical and Mental. While we take physical issues very seriously, we keep ignoring our mental health. Mental problems are just as dangerous and life-threatening as other diseases. It not only hurts the patient but also the people around him. Sadly, we still consider it shameful to visit a therapist […]
“Anxiety is a normal, predictable part of life,” explains Tom Corboy, MFT, co-writer of the book The Mindfulness Workbook for OCD. However, in further words quoted by Psych Central, he adds that “people with an anxiety disorder are essentially phobic about the feeling state of anxiety.” In truth, it’s possible to feel anxiety about “just […]
by Eric Silver Many people often find themselves in a slump, feeling depressed, unhappy, unmotivated, anxious, and stressed. When this is the case, a lot of people turn to therapy or even prescription medication to get them out of their slump. Sadly, these things are not always necessary. In many cases, a lot of these […]
by Jessica Peters The 2018 National Survey on Drug Use and Health found that over 47 million American adults experience mental illness. According to Mental Health America, more than 10 million adults in the U.S. have an unmet need for mental health treatment. Among Americans aged 10-34, suicide is the second leading cause of death, […]
by Anneka Dalrymple It is no secret that stress is a huge problem for most people in the UK. According to a study released by Mentalhealth.org in 2018: Nearly three-quarters of the population of the UK have felt too stressed to cope within the last year 32% of adults have felt suicidal because of stress 16% […]
by Laura Hanke Since its origins in the early twentieth century with the likes of Erik Satie, ambient music has evolved steadfastly, becoming a mainstay in film soundtracks, television programmes and an accomplished genre in its own right. After Brian Eno coined the phrase “ambient music” in the mid-seventies, the genre has been interwoven with […]
Few things can be as powerful in your journey towards a healthier mind than a well-earned holiday. Unfortunately, this is not a luxury all of us are able to access, whether it’s due to monetary constraints or other commitments you may have. However, a holiday may not be as far from your reach as you might […]
