Self-harm is a complex issue, stemming from sufferers intentionally inflicting injury upon themselves as a means of dealing with emotional distress, overwhelming circumstances, or troubling thoughts. Frequently intertwined with mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, or trauma, self-harm manifests in various forms, including cutting, burning, or hitting oneself. What leads someone to self-harm? The motivations […]
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Eating disorders: myths & facts (and how you can help)
Eating disorders are serious mental illnesses that affect people of all ages, genders, and ethnicities. Unfortunately, there are many myths and misconceptions surrounding eating disorders that can prevent people from seeking help or receiving the support they need. Let’s take a look at some common myths about eating disorders and the realities behind the misconceptions: […]
How small random acts of kindness can make a big difference
February might be best known as the month of love but it’s also National Random Acts of Kindness Month, where we’re reminded to show some platonic love to family, friends, colleagues, and even strangers. Random acts of kindness are small, unexpected gestures that aim to bring happiness to others. These acts can have a profound […]
Does the Monopoly Man wear a monacle? (Are you sure…?)
Have you ever had an experience where you are so sure you remember something as an obvious fact but it later turned out to be completely false? When I last visited my family in the UK, my sister and I were talking about our grandmother’s death in 1992. I went on to mention how her […]
Grateful reflections increase happiness and well-being. Here’s why…
As the year comes to a close, it’s important to reflect on the past year and express gratitude for ourselves and others. Year-end reflection and gratitude can have significant benefits for our mental health and well-being. While it can be tempting to think about where things went wrong and what could have gone better, thinking […]
How to cope with grief when others don’t recognise your loss
Grief is a complex and deeply personal experience, but not all forms of grieving are readily acknowledged or supported by society. Enter disenfranchised grief, a concept that sheds light on the unspoken sorrows many people endure without the recognition or validation they deserve. Disenfranchised grief refers to losses that, typically, aren’t supported by traditional perspectives […]