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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...

Body Image, Guides & Tips, Mental health, Mental Health & Society

The Family’s Role in Eating Disorders: A Closer Look

Eating disorders are complex mental health issues that affect millions of individuals worldwide. These disorders often involve a mix of physical, psychological, and cultural factors, which can make it challenging to pinpoint their exact causes. One critical aspect of this puzzle is the role that family members play in the...

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....

Guides & Tips, Mental health

The Ups and Downs of Work Binges

In today’s stressed life, it’s not uncommon to find people indulging in what’s known as “work binges” – extended periods of intense, focused work, often lasting for hours or even days at a time. While this approach can yield impressive results in the short term, it’s essential to be aware...

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...

Mental health, Mental Health & Society

Exploring the Connection Between LGBTQ+ and Increased Risk for Mental Disorders

Introduction In recent years, greater attention has been paid to the mental health challenges faced by those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning (LGBTQ+) individuals. Despite significant societal progress and increasing acceptance, research consistently indicates that LGBTQ+ people remain at an elevated risk for a variety...

Creative Writing & Self-Expression, Mental health

Control: A Double-Edged Sword Within Ourselves

Control serves as a crucial aspect that each of us possesses within ourselves. It offers a sense of power and stability, guiding us through our everyday lives. While having control in certain areas of our lives proves essential, it can also become harmful when we cling to it excessively The...

Body Image, Mental health

They Say Exercise Will Help Your Mental Health – But is it Really That Simple?

Exercise has been shown to be effective in improving mental health and reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression. However, the recommendation to exercise can come with a catch. There is a fine line between exercise as self-care and developing eating disorders, especially for people with mental health struggles who are...

Anxiety, Body Image, Depression, Guides & Tips, Mental health

How To Start Working Out for People With Anxiety & Depression

the tricky spot when they say you exercise will help anxiety and depression. How? exercising is good for you – we all know it, we all hear it, but sometimes it’s not that simple.The truth is that people with depression, anxiety and especially those with eating disorders, can have a...
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