According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America over 6 million people struggle with intrusive thoughts in the U.S alone. It's a common issue but rarely touched on due to the stigma wrapped around it. If you choose to read on, this can be a sensitive topic for some, although I think it's an
Quarantine can be a very difficult time for many of us. Many people feel that they are deprived of social experience and entertainment. However, we must stay strong and discipline ourselves to obey the lock down rules/ regulation to ensure the wellbeing of the collective and prevent further spread of the coronavirus. Looking on the
When traced back practically all my insecurities come from childhood, I didn't have the strength or confidence to tolerate bullying so it permanently hindered my self esteem. I really struggled with reading and writing when I was younger. At 10 my grade 2 reading buddy was significantly better than me and people would constantly tease
During the November's round table of 2020, many issues regarding psychological stresses were discussed. Some were relating to gender expectations and others were about the stresses relating to work and school. Toxic Masculinity When discussing about stigmas relating to today's mental health, some youths have pointed out that men's emotional needs were being culturally
Often times we find ourselves trampled by the adversities in life, holding us back from doing our day-to-day routines or simply leaving a mental scar in our minds. These different unfortunate events can happen throughout the entire human life-span. In fact, they are inevitable. Many would say that facing these challenges in life is bound
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Remembrance day is a very valuable day that people don’t think about. We’re alway in our heads thinking about our troubles, our struggles are problems, but what we don’t think about is the brave souls who walked out on a field and continue to walk out on that field so we are able to have
Anxiety affects many of us on a daily basis, as it is one of the most common mental disorders during present times. It could potentially affect our work/school performance as well as our relationships. Anxiety disorders include social anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) (American Psychiatric Association,
Being a teen or young adult makes it easy to sacrifice or not get adequate sleep. However, it is vital for us to ensure we will get the proper amount of sleep.
If you’re living with high levels of stress, you’re putting your well-being at risk. Stress affects your emotional well-being, as well as your physical health. Stress can limit your ability to think clearly, function effectively, and enjoy life. It may seem like there’s nothing you can do about stress. Effective stress management helps you break
