The past few weeks have represented a paradigm shift in the way so many of us live and work. As of March 19, 2020, nearly one-third of Americans were working from home due to the current health and economic crisis. Yet while many blog posts have been devoted to teaching us how to be more […]
With universities closing around the country and moving to online study, young adults in college and graduate school alike have found themselves adrift. The physical and mental health concerns and financial difficulties brought by the current events have not spared secondary education students. In addition, there are a number of unique challenges facing students during […]
The recent crisis has caused disruption to the lives of people all over the world, and the social distancing measures that have been put in place have severely curtailed the liberties that we’re all so used to. For many people, this change has led to increased stress, anxiety, and depression, but for those who were […]
Self care and self checks are incredibly important for everyone, and especially during these current challenging times of lockdown, it has become even more vital to look after your mental and physical well-being. By using the right self-care techniques, it’s possible to manage the unwanted symptoms associated with many mental health disorders, and also to […]
One of the reasons why current health and economic crises have taken such a toll on our mental health? Social distancing. While these guidelines are essential to protect us during this time and you should absolutely follow them, we understand that being stuck at home, unable to hang out with family or friends, is tough.
Stress is an inevitable part of life. What counts is how we deal with it — or in other words, our coping mechanisms. Coping mechanisms are the strategies people use to deal with painful emotions and adjust to stressful life events. Naturally, some of these strategies are more effective than others; in fact, some may […]
Exercise isn’t just about boosting your muscles and improving your aerobic capacity. While it can certainly make you healthier and slimmer, staying active can also give you an amazing feeling of well-being. People who exercise have more energy during the day, can sleep more effectively at night, feel more positive about themselves and enjoy greater […]
In the age of the internet, we don’t even need to leave our couch to build social connections that support our mental health! Social media has made it simple to create a support system of people who elevate our mental health and well-being. Given the challenges presented by social isolation in the wake of the […]
Social distancing: it’s important for your health and safety in these uncertain times, yet it can also be lonely — especially if you’re dealing with an existing mental health problem. So, what can you do to stay social (and mentally healthy) despite distancing rules? Isolation can take a toll on mental health, especially when one […]
Log onto the internet and you’ll find hundreds of websites in many languages dedicated to eating disorder recovery. The problem? For every site focused on recovery, there are equally as many focused on “pro-ana” or “pro-mia” content, encouraging those with anorexia or bulimia to continue using eating disorder behaviors. Pro-ana and pro-mia websites have existed […]