In many cultures, alcohol is a substance that is frequently used and is seen as a social drink. However, while in some settings, alcohol may seem like a harmless social lubricant, it can have many negative effects on the body and mind. Excessive consumption or irresponsible use of alcohol can lead to an increased risk …
The Impact Of Screen Time On Mental Wellbeing
Today, almost everything has been impacted by technology. Some statistics suggest more than six billion people in the world own a smartphone – roughly 83% of the population and a number that is rising. In addition to this, millions of people own televisions, computers, laptops, and other digital devices with a screen. Looking at a …
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What To Do When You’re Feeling Hopeless
There may be times when you feel hopeless in your life or a specific situation. You may feel like there is no hope and nothing that could possibly change to make things better. For people who are feeling hopeless, it might feel like nothing positive is ever going to happen again. You might feel like …
What To Do When You’re Feeling Alone
Everybody goes through stages in their life when things aren’t going too well. This could be the result of mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression, or it could be the impact of grief, loss, and other big life changes. When going through these situations, it’s not always easy to go through them alone. …
The Importance Of Leisure Time For Your Mental Health
You’ve heard about the importance of good mental health. You know that you want to take care of it, so you don’t develop anxiety or depression. Furthermore, you understand that It affects every part of your life – how you think, feel, and act. What would you think if you learned that leisure time is …
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How Sleep, Learning, and Memory Coincide
Unfortunately, nobody truly understands the complexities of sleep, learning, and memory. However, there are some studies that suggest that both the quantity and the quality of a person’s rest profoundly impact their recollection. This is because when you don’t have enough rest you won’t be able to focus well and therefore you can’t learn efficiently. …
Why You Should Hold Onto Hope For Depression
There are some people who enter therapy because they find themselves feeling completely hopeless. Some of these people have been suffering for years, others for decades. They may have tried numerous therapies and medications without finding them helpful. This doesn’t mean there’s no hope of healing from their depression. There’s always hope for three reasons. …
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Understanding Sleep Disorders
While some of us may occasionally experience a sleepless night, for some people this is routine. In fact, the National Institutes of Health 20 million Americans find themselves suffering from sleeping problems occasionally another 40 million suffer from a sleep disorder. Unfortunately, stress and anxiety don’t only contribute to this problem but they can make …
Dealing With Sleep Irregularities In College Students
Studies have shown that children and adolescents who don’t get enough sleep have cognitive, emotional, and mental health issues. The amount of sleep children get is concerning to everyone today. This is why there’s a movement for school start times to move to later in the morning so that there are more opportunities to sleep. …
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Managing Feelings Of Hopelessness
Feeling hopeless can leave you feeling debilitated. There are many reasons why you may be feeling this way (e.g. grief, unhappiness at work, health issues) but regardless of why you’re suffering from hopelessness, the symptoms will still look the same. You’ll feel alone, sad, stuck, unable to function, tearful, and may even find yourself shutting …