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Scrolling Through Self-Doubt: How Social Media Affects Body Image
A few months ago, my friend Sarah deleted her Instagram account. She told me, "I just couldn't take it anymore. Every time I scrolled, it...
Jennifer Oruwari
Dec 12, 20244 min read


The Healing Power of Stories: How Sharing Narratives Promotes Empathy and Resilience
Have you ever felt alone in a struggle until someone’s story made you realize you weren’t? A few years ago, a close friend of mine went...
Jennifer Oruwari
Dec 12, 20244 min read


Postpartum Depression
Giving birth to your baby is supposed to be an exciting and invigorating experience. Yet, you feel sad, disconnected, and emotional....
mckenziebowser24
Dec 7, 20243 min read


Let’s Talk About Nonadherence to Psychotropic Medications
Nonadherence to psychotropic medications is high, almost 50%. Close to half of patients with major psychiatric disorders, major...
Erica Tozer
Dec 4, 20243 min read


Exploring Alternative Treatments for ADHD: Beyond Traditional Medications
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurological condition that affects millions of children and adults worldwide,...
brycekrier
Dec 3, 20246 min read


How Emotions Influence Women's Health
Emotions play a profound role in shaping physical and mental health, particularly for women. The interplay between emotions,...
Shiting Wang
Dec 2, 20244 min read


Understanding Anxiety Disorders: A Medical Perspective
Introduction Anxiety is a natural reaction to stress and perceived dangers, and it can even be beneficial in circumstances that call for...
Elizabeth Adeolu
Nov 20, 20244 min read
Postpartum Depression
Taking a Closer Look at Postpartum Depression: A Complete Guide Overview This article provides a comprehensive overview of postpartum...
tiingwachimunghien
Nov 20, 20246 min read


Hysterical Strength: The Power of Panic
The situation is life or death. One wrong move can cause the death of oneself or someone else. Every thought, breath, decision, and...
Madelyn Shenoy
Nov 18, 20243 min read


Navigating the Waves of Bipolar Affective Disorder: Understanding the Complexities and Challenges
Bipolar affective disorder is a complex psychiatric disorder. Its most striking characteristic is the alternation, sometimes sudden, of...
Grace Brito
Nov 15, 20243 min read


SAD or Hypothyroidism? How to Spot and Treat Hormonal Imbalances
As winter approaches and the days become shorter, it’s not uncommon for people to suffer from a condition known as Seasonal Affective...
Jo Gubatan
Nov 14, 20244 min read


The 'stress hormone': How high-level cortisol can affect our health
Cortisol is often referred to as the 'stress hormone' as it plays a major role in how our body responds to stress. Its primary role is to...
jodiedodgson
Nov 14, 20243 min read


Managing Holiday Stress for Better Mental Health
Holidays are filled with traditional foods and decorations. We enjoy family gatherings and parties. Yet more than half of us experience...
Betty Wichman MS, BSN, RN
Nov 13, 20242 min read


The Evolutionary Implications of Fear
Overview: Whether you have experienced the leaden weight in your stomach before a speech or had your vision spiral when you stand on a...
Juanna Maisie
Nov 11, 20244 min read


Conquering Chronic Pain: Effective Strategies for a Pain-Free Life
Chronic pain affects millions worldwide, severely impacting daily life, relationships, and mental health. This debilitating condition can...
Elvis Leighton
Oct 31, 20242 min read


Managing Stress: A Medical Perspective
Introduction Stress is the body's reaction to demands or dangers, or stressors. These stressors might be internal (like anxiety or...
Elizabeth Adeolu
Oct 31, 20244 min read


Which Anxious are You?
We have all faced that debilitating feeling of constant over-awareness of a problem while at the same time, feeling powerless to do...
Mulualem Anteneh
Oct 30, 20244 min read


Music Therapy as Non-Pharmacological Treatment Against Neurological Illnesses
Music therapy (MT) is a non-pharmacological treatment widely used to deal with dysfunctions caused by various illnesses, particularly...
Ma. Teresita Chica
Oct 28, 20245 min read


The Forgotten Illness: Mental Health
World Mental Health Day, observed annually on October 10, was first initiated in 1992 by the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH)....
raunaksaha21
Oct 27, 20243 min read


Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that occurs at specific times of the year, generally in the fall and winter...
jodiedodgson
Oct 27, 20243 min read
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