Strengthening mental health interventions

Mental health is integral to the ability to cope with life’s stressors; it enables people to deal with problems, study and work successfully, and contribute to society. It’s important to understand the fundamentals of mental health and wellbeing. It shapes your thoughts, relationships, and ability to do anything that requires a decision- it’s an integral component of life. There are […]

How to understand and protect yourself from emotional abuse?

Emotional abuse is a type of abuse that doesn’t exhibit physical outward signs. It might start of as harmless jokes or ridicule, but will eventually progress to more controlling tactics and unlimited control over the relationship. While statistics might vary, we can assume that at least 10% of people in a relationship have experienced some form of emotional abuse. It’s […]

How to Deal With Adult Bullying

Most of us encounter bullies at specific points in our lives. And while many believe that bullying only happens throughout childhood, unfortunately, bullying doesn’t always stop once you become an adult.  An adult bully can be an intimidating boss or colleague, a controlling romantic partner, an unruly neighbor, a high-pressure sales/business representative, a condescending family member, a shaming social acquaintance, […]

The Effects of Bullying on Mental Health

Bullying has affected children and teens for generations. But we’ve only recently understood bullying’s mental health effects, which extend beyond the victim to bystanders who witness it and the bullies themselves. What is bullying? The Centers for Disease Control defines bullying as a form of “youth violence” toward a victim involving unwanted aggressive behavior from a bully (an individual or […]

5 steps to mental wellbeing

Evidence suggests there are 5 steps you can take to improve your mental health and wellbeing. Trying these things could help you feel more positive and able to get the most out of life. 1. Connect with other people Good relationships are important for your mental wellbeing. They can: help you to build a sense of belonging and self-worth give […]

Why Should We Care About Mental Health Awareness?

30-Second Summary A healthy mind can help you enjoy your life to the fullest, achieve professional success, and tackle any challenges that come your way. Mental health issues may adversely impact your quality of life and diminish your ability to perform various tasks while undermining your physical health. It is crucial to understand the early symptoms of declining mental health […]