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Why Keep Going: Finding Reasons to Persist Through the Darkness of Depression

When you’re in the depths of depression, it can feel like the entire world has lost its color. Joy, motivation, interest in activities you once loved – everything seems to fade away, leaving only a dull ache of emptiness. It’s a heavy, exhausting feeling that can make getting out of...

Anxiety, Depression, Mental health

Mental Health in People Who Grew up as Gifted Kids: The Hidden Struggles

Introduction: Gifted children, often defined as those who demonstrate exceptional natural ability in one or more domains, have been a subject of fascination and study for many years. While it’s commonly believed that gifted kids experience an abundance of opportunities and successes in life, there is a growing body of...

Anxiety, Depression, Guides & Tips, Mental health

Navigating the Fine Line Between Self-Care and Holding Yourself Back

Introduction: In today’s fast-paced world, it’s a challenge to strike a balance between maintaining our mental health and maximizing time to achieve your goals. We often find ourselves faced with the decision to either take a break as an act of self-care or push forward with the fear of missing...

Depression, Guides & Tips, Mental health

What to Do When You’re Feeling Sad But Don’t Know Why

At times, we may find ourselves feeling down and unable to pinpoint the exact cause of our sadness. It is perfectly normal to go through periods of inexplicable melancholy, but sometimes the helplessness and guilt of not knowing the cause can get in the way of getting better. This post...

Depression, Mental health, Mental Health & Society

Suicide Ideation Amid Life-Threatening Disasters: A Struggle for Survival

Disasters, both natural and man-made, have always posed a significant threat to people’s lives and livelihoods. Life-threatening catastrophes such as hurricanes, floods, wildfires, pandemics or war take turns on the paper headlines and are almost brushed off as common. However, one aspect of these disasters that is often overlooked is...

Depression, Guides & Tips, Mental health

Understanding Passive Suicide Ideation

Ever heard, thought or felt anything on the lines of: “I don’t want to kill myself but I’d rather be dead”“I wish I could go to sleep and stay asleep”“I won’t actively commit suicide but if a car is about to run me over I might not move”?You’re not alone....

Depression, Mental health

Debunking the Myth: Self-Harm and Attention Seeking

Introduction: Self-harm is an issue that affects people of all ages and backgrounds. It involves intentionally hurting oneself as a way to cope with emotional pain, distress, or overwhelming emotions. Unfortunately, there is a harmful misconception that self-harm is just a form of attention-seeking behavior. In this article, we will...

Depression, Guides & Tips, Sleep & Mental Health

Mental Health and Sleep Patterns: How To Improve Sleep For Mental Health

In our fast-paced world, mental health often takes a back seat. Worryingly though, this results in numerous negative consequences that affect various aspects of our lives. One key aspect that is frequently overlooked is the connection between mental health and sleep patterns. Improving our sleep can enhance overall well-being, so...

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Depression

Suicide Ideation: What It is and How it’s Treated

Suicidal thoughts can be overwhelming and deeply distressing, affecting countless people around the globe. It’s often a sign of various mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. In this article, we’re going to discuss what leads to these thoughts and how they manifest themselves. More importantly, we’ll...
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