For many people, mental health may seem like a simple topic but it is often associated with many nuances and misunderstandings. One of the most popular is the exchange of mental health or mental illness information in our daily conversations. According to the WHO, mental health is defined as a state of mental
Image by storyset on Freepik Self-love has always been challenging for me, personally. Over the past year, I have embarked upon a journey to learn how to love myself for who I am. It has been a difficult process with a lot of setbacks that have always brought me back
Hello, and welcome to another blog post. I hope everyone is doing well and enjoying the spring season. In this blog post, I wanted to discuss a psychiatric disorder that I am personally interested in, as well as a recently explored potential treatment avenue for this
Hello, and I hope everyone has been having a good week (and if not, know that there are good weeks to come). Today I wanted to write a blog post about a topic of personal interest: the use of psychedelic medication in the treatment of clinical depression.
In 2020, when the world was shut down, everyone tried to pick up a new hobby. Whether it was learning to bake the perfect sourdough bread, perfecting a TikTok dance, learning an instrument, or painting, there was something for everyone. In an attempt to feel some sense of control over my days and build
In a world that often celebrates flawlessness and achievement, the pressure to be perfect can feel discouraging. For the many who have grappled with perfectionism, at first, we never knew it. It’s hidden in the competitiveness of our modern culture. The constant striving for impossible standards, the fear of failure, and the never-ending cycle of self-criticism
Hello, and welcome to another blog post! I hope everyone has spent a wonderful spring break resting, recuperating, and spending time with their loved ones. Today, I wanted to write a blog post about one of my favourite topics within the field of psychology: Positive Psychology!
Social media has its merits: enabling global connections, providing information, and offering free entertainment. However, there’s a downside, especially for teenagers’ mental well-being. Influencers often heavily edit their photos which sets unrealistic beauty standards. This can trigger body dysmorphia and eating disorders in impressionable teens who may not realize the
Hello everyone! I hope that you have all been staying warm and enjoying the start of winter. Along with the start of winter, some might find it difficult to maintain a positive mindset amidst the gloomy and cold temperatures. Additionally, winter can be a difficult time for some individuals in
How Can We Practice Self-Care? Self-care is a practice of self-love that has existed for many years. With the rising “clean girl” trend on TikTok, self-care is a hashtag that has garnered immense popularity ever since the COVID-19 pandemic. According to USA Today, in 2019, Google searches for “self-care” had reached a 14-year
