Mental Health Blog Posts
Whirlwind Rising: Navigating Psychosis and Rediscovering Limits
Introduction As the title says, recently, I had a bout of psychosis brought on by coming off one of my medications (Olanzapine or Zyprexa), affectionately named Weight-Gain 4000. Anyone who watches South Park will catch the reference there. I shouldn't use the term affectionately since weight gain is one of [...]
Navigating Friendship When Your Friend’s Mental Health Affects You
Introduction We all value our friendships, which provide us with emotional support, laughter, and shared experiences. However, sometimes we find ourselves in situations where a friend's mental health struggles affect our well-being. This delicate balance of offering support while also protecting ourselves can be challenging. In this blog post, we'll [...]
A Comprehensive Guide to Managing Borderline Personality Disorder
Introduction Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex mental health condition characterized by unstable relationships, intense emotions, impulsivity, and a distorted self-image. Living with BPD can be incredibly challenging, but with the right strategies and support, leading a fulfilling and stable life is possible. This comprehensive guide will discuss various [...]
Emotional Stress: Symptoms, Signs, and Self-Help Strategies
Introduction Emotional stress is an inevitable part of life. Still, it's essential to recognise the symptoms and signs early on to prevent it from taking a significant toll on our mental and physical health. When left unchecked, emotional stress can lead to various complications, such as depression, anxiety, and even [...]
The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health: Navigating the Digital World
Introduction In today's world, social media has become an integral part of our daily lives. With the proliferation of smartphones and other digital devices, people spend more and more time on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. Even though these platforms give us a lot of [...]
Mental Illness In Parents – How You Can Help Your Children Better Understand Your Illness
Mental Illness In Parents - How You Can Help Your Children Better Understand Your Illness Indeed, a parent can often be aware of what their child is going through, even when they are far away from home. Younger children may suddenly change their behaviour, such as withdrawing into [...]
Five Healthy Habits To Improve Your Mental Health
Five Healthy Habits To Improve Your Mental Health Let's face it; we all struggle with our mental health from time to time. Despite how common these experiences may be, many still neglect their mental well-being. We fall prey to harmful patterns of behaviour. Mental health is as important as [...]
Top five strategies to overcome depression
Top five strategies to overcome depression Did you know that almost 17.3% of people suffer from depression every year? While there are still no definitive answers to why, many researchers indicate that depression is caused by genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors. This problematic condition does not discriminate. It can begin anytime, [...]
Triggers And Mental Illness: How To Recognize Them
Triggers And Mental Illness: How To Recognize Them The struggle with mental illness is one that many people face daily. It can be difficult for people who don't have mental health issues to understand what's going on inside someone's mind and how to help them. Triggers can be a huge [...]