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Exploring the Mental Health narratives in today’s Media
When you think of the portrayal in the media of someone struggling with their Mental Health or having a Mental Illness what image do you...
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The Good, the Bad and Ugly of Cancel Culture
Whether you use social media for advocacy, dispelling myths, or even posting some great selfies, developing an online presence can open a...
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Cyber Scams go beyond monetary losses - They hurt Mental Health too!
While ushering in an era of working and studying from home, the Covid-19 pandemic has also heralded new channels for online criminals who...
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Not everyone wants to be rescued - It’s time to accept that
If the pandemic was anything, it was a time when people needed help. A sudden vulnerability and helplessness blanketed the world, laying...
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Self-Injury in Children
What is self-injury? Self-injury is where someone injures or hurts themselves on purpose whilst trying to deal with intense, distressing...
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Sportspersons are Human too - Mental Health in the world of Elite Sport
We don’t question an athlete or professional sportsperson taking time when they need to recovery from a broken wrist or a pulled...
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Looking for a Mental Health Professional? - Think over this too
It's a new year, you've set new goals, and you've decided it's time to prioritise your Mental Health and reach out to a professional. Now...
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The Journey before the Journey - Selecting a Mental Health Professional
When it comes to finding a Mental Health professional, it can seem overwhelming and daunting to find the individual who is the ‘right...
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New Is Good, but Familiar Is Better - The power of Nostalgia TV
“I’ll be there for you” - more than just a catchy theme song or tag line, this is quite the reality of the TV show itself & of others of...
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It's time to drop out of the Constant Chase of being Productive
Catchphrases like ‘work hard, party harder,’ ‘seize the day,’ ‘you snooze you lose,’ ‘go hard or go home’ have made their way into our...
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There is nothing Glamourous about a Mental Health struggle
A few of decades ago, virtually nobody would go to their doctor to talk about their Mental wellbeing. If they found themselves feeling...
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Coping with Triggers - The Aftermath of Trauma
Reliving a bad memory after encountering a trigger can be a very hard experience which can leave you feeling very shaky, powerless,...
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Coping with Flashbacks - The Aftermath of Trauma
If you ask someone who’d been through trauma or has post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), they might tell you that the thing they find...
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Cracking the Code - Decoding the MBTI
INTJ? ESTP? ISFJ? ENFP? Have you seen these letters and wondered what these mean? Ever wondered if they are some kind of code or a new...
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Hustle Culture & the emergence of Toxic Productivity
Toxic Behaviours can be explained as behaviours that are harmful to you, your goals, and your daily life. Living in a culture which...
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Bringing Empathy to Writing - Reporting on Grief, Death and Loss
They say that the pen is mightier than the sword, and rightfully so. Our words carry tremendous power, especially in the context of news...
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Cut yourself some slack - There is a dark side to Resilience
In recent times, you've probably seen and heard the word resilience a lot. Resilience can be defined as the psychological capacity to...
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They say, Blood is thicker than Water… But is it really?
How often have you heard the phrase ‘blood is thicker than water’? - Throw in extra points if it came from a family member who was trying...
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Talking about our Vulnerabilities may leave us feeling even more Vulnerable
We’re told getting things off our chest will make us feel better in the long run, but what should we do if we initially feel worse? If...
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When Gratitude crosses over to the Dark Side
Have you ever thought of how often you’ve been asked to be thankful, feel grateful or to count your blessings? We have been told that...
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