So you have been living with depression for at least two weeks. And people in the know can’t help but ask you the silly question: why? why are you depressed? But maybe it isn’t so silly after all, because it’s got you thinking as well. Do I have situational depression? Do I have clinical depression? …
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I have had generalized anxiety disorder since I was 11. I have been drinking coffee since I was 12. Does coffee increase my anxiety? Yes! But I have no intention of quitting it. Here’s why. Coffee keeps me awake. While I don’t have any sleeping disorder, I have one peculiar problem: I am perpetually sleepy. …
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No cliche can possibly be more accurate than the familiar, ‘it’s what’s on the inside that counts’, but this saying forgoes the undeniable link between looking good and feeling confident. Continue reading to learn of the top four changes on the outside to make you feel considerably better on the inside. 1. Teeth Whitening If …
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Photo by Andrew Dawes on Unsplash While taking good care of your mental health is an important aspect of daily life that is gaining more and more awareness within popular culture, there can still be some ambiguity as to how it connects back to what you might traditionally think of when it comes to health …
Introduction Mental well-being is often seen as a hidden struggle. One that is kept secret and rarely talked about. Why? Because we are taught from a young age that it is weak to show our emotions. That we must be strong and never falter. But the reality is, mental health is not a sign of …
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Screens have become an increasingly important part of our lives, and their impact on mental health is a growing concern. Studies have shown that too much screen time can lead to increased levels of anxiety, depression, and stress. It can also lead to decreased concentration, focus, and productivity. Additionally, it can interfere with sleep patterns and cause …
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Loneliness is on the rise among people all over the world, and it is impacting the mental health of men and women. However, loneliness has some unique effects on women’s mental health. Let’s take a look. 1. Lonely women distance themselves from friends and family, and distance increases their loneliness. Loneliness makes one feel disconnected …
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Here’s the thing: depression is an insidious invisible illness. It affects every aspect of a person’s life, from their career and health to their personality and relationships. And one of the relationships that depression affects most is friendships. Here are some typical ways in which depression impacts friendships, especially if it’s of the chronic kind. …
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I’ve been blogging since Feb 17, 2015. My first post was Do Or Regret: The Choice Is Yours I’m no longer sure if I want to continue writing about mental health, culture, and society. Or about anything at all. I’m mentally tired of everything and need plus want to rest. So I’m taking a break …
On the day you were born, a little ticking clock inside you was activated. That clock was set to stop ticking on one day: your deathday. Yes, no matter who you are or where you come from, one thing is certain: you will die someday. Nobody knows when that day will come, but it will …