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Self-care tips to live by and why taking care of yourself is important What is self-care and why is it important? While the term ‘self-care‘ is not new, it has been spreading rapidly throughout society in recent years. In fact, during the early stages of the COVID-19...
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The link between experiencing pain and happiness Is it possible that experiencing pain is not always a bad thing? Pain is generally something we try to avoid. The word alone can make us grimace as we are in continuous pursuit of making our lives more comfortable in...
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Is social media harming our mental health? Or do the positives of sharing our lives online outweigh the negatives? The social dilemma Social media is an excellent digital communication tool, fostering new connections, strengthening relationships, and providing access...
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It’s time to get loud and make noise for youth mental health! Youth mental health statistics aren’t changing for the better. Did you know the average time between the onset of mental health issues and when people receive help is 11 years? This is not...
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Understanding their world: Empowering young people to open up about their mental health Asking for help no matter how big or small the issue might be, is a hard thing to do. As children transition from childhood to adolescence to adulthood, recognising and identifying...
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Tackling the fears and anxieties that stop people asking ‘Are you okay?’ Asking a friend or family member ‘Are you okay?’ can be difficult. We are often fearful of the response, fearful of our inexperience in understanding complex mental health issues and...
