Being a nurse is stressful. You have to juggle many different tasks and responsibilities, and there is always the potential for something to go wrong. On top of that, many nurses are also students. They are studying to acquire additional qualifications to advance their career. This added pressure of performing well in two different roles, as a student and a nurse, can cause an increase in stress levels. As a result, burnout is a real...
Social media has become an outlet for self-expression. Users can now create profiles, post statuses, and share photos using emojis and hashtags. But what about a different kind of representation? What about a visual identity that’s as unique as you are? Enter fursonas. In the world of social media, users are creating accounts to represent themselves with animal avatars called “fursonas”— think profile pictures with animal faces instead of human ones. They are a form...
Everyone has a range of moods that are regularly subject to change. Mood in general refers to how you feel at any given moment, depending on your emotions, feelings, thoughts, and external factors that affect your mood. Moods normally go through shifts, which may be caused by circumstantial factors such as lack of sleep or nutrition, or stress from changing jobs, moving, or ending a relationship. Temporary mood swings are common and will regulate after...
Are you thinking about quitting your bad habits? Great. We all need a little inspiration sometimes, and the fight against addiction is something many of us will face in our lifetime. However, it is possible to overcome your addictions and once again feel free from their grasp. Giving up anything you know is not good for you can be extremely challenging. The process can be made easier if you have the right plan. Here are...
Our emotional health is all about our thoughts and feelings and how we manage our emotions while coping with life’s events. Your emotional well-being doesn’t only affect you; it significantly impacts those around you. When most people hear about emotional health, they assume it’s all about the grown-ups. But mental health matters for both kids and adults. Sound emotional health is essential for children because it helps them develop socially, physically, and mentally. They can...
Psychologists have now started to allow their patients to form groups to undergo psychotherapy. Here, therapists or psychologists facilitate small group therapy sessions for individuals. The people within the group often see each other 1-2 times each week for about an hour and a half to two hours. Usually, the sessions are done with about 5 to 15 individuals seeking treatment for their issues. What’s good about this is that a client can have the...
As a mental health professional, you know that the needs of your patients are unique. This is because of the constantly changing nature of mental health diseases, along with the growing number of individuals suffering from them. In comparison to a year ago, the demand for anxiety treatment has increased, according to more than 8 in 10 (84%) psychologists who treat anxiety disorders. With so many people relying on you to help them manage their...
There is mounting evidence to suggest that social media might negatively affect our mental health, and it’s important to know that all of us are susceptible. For anyone struggling with a mental health issue of any kind and size, it’s vital that you take care of yourself online. This blog post will look at three ways to actively protect your mental health from the dangers of the digital age and ensure your online experience is...
Mass shootings have become an epidemic. In the first half of 2022 alone, there were 309 mass shootings, many of which occurred in places perceived to be “safe,” such as schools and places of worship. This tragic violence committed against people in places where they should not have to worry about their safety is taking a hefty mental toll on people, especially young people who do not know how to deal with these feelings of...
One in five American adults is affected by a mental health disorder. While there’s no known difference in the biochemical impacts of mental illnesses like depression and PTSD between men and women, there are dramatically different outcomes. Men face unique challenges in facing mental illness and accessing quality care. Here are some common barriers to treatment and difficulties men face in acknowledging and seeking help for mental health disorders. Stigmas Surrounding Toxic Masculinity One of...
