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Peer pressure refers to a person or group feeling influenced to change certain attitudes or behaviors that they wouldn’t usually change, by another person or group. The general pressure felt is based on a very strong desire to fit in or be accepted by a particular group, and its effects can
In today’s climate, it’s impossible to ignore the prevalence of sexual assault and its effects on the women involved. It’s a topic of extreme importance, and one that needs to be addressed on a global scale if we wish to change things. But let’s first look at the definition of
A mindful practice helps you reach a positive mind to live a life with the glass half full Find out how to practice mindfulness and how it may benefit your mental health: If you’ve read our previous articles about mindfulness – you may be curious about the different techniques to practice it.
Most of us, have at some point in our lives suffered from some form of emotional or mental distress. We might feel a bit down in the dumps or just felt overwhelmed by circumstances. On many of these occasions, it is natural to have certain feelings and emotions, but when
In the past, a child having an imaginary friend would have been cause for concern. Many a parent has sought help to rid their child of this ‘problem’, convinced that it was a bad thing that indicated a deeper issue with their child’s mental state. However, research now suggests that
In a previous article, we discussed the increasing prevalence of mental health in South Africa, along with the country’s seeming ignorance regarding the seriousness of the situation. With priority taking the front of what is considered more pressing issues, like physical health, poverty, and crime. Our government is finding itself on the back
Having good mental health goes beyond the lack of any distinctive mental illness. In fact, in one of our previous posts, we discussed the importance of lifestyle when it comes to dealing with everyday stress in healthy ways. The main purpose of this is to protect your mental state and avoid
Everyone experiences sadness at some point in their lives Occasionally, this feeling disappears on its own. Some people experience this persistent emptiness, unhappiness, and hopelessness regularly. A change in mood or difficulty completing daily tasks in the last few weeks may indicate Depression. Many people experience Depression. Depression can cause mild to
The golden oldies The lack of care for senior citizens is a blight on many societies around the world today. They are the ones who faced world wars, who established life with a fraction of the resources available to us today. And yet, these once upstanding, brave, and hard-working people
Today, one of the most prolific health issues that many have to face each day, is a variety of mental health problems. Many employees have to deal with high-stress environments, long working hours, all of which could have an effect on mental health. This could ultimately lead to a decrease
Chances are you have someone in your family who struggles with their mental health It could be from depression, stress, anxiety or even PTSD. These are just some of the most common mental health issues that people struggle with daily. And during this struggle, family plays a vital role as
Sleeping disorders are classified as the inability to fall asleep easily and includes disrupted sleeping patterns The Human Sciences Research council revealed that one in 14 South Africans struggle with some sort of sleep disorder, which is linked to their overall mental health wellbeing. *Amanda (not her real name) struggles most nights
Recent years have shown a significant increase in the number of mental illness cases around the world. A statistic that has left many developing countries, like South Africa, struggling to properly address the problem in terms of the allocation of resources and funds, availability of government support, legislation, and public
Acknowledging a mental health problem can be intimidating and probably one of the hardest things to do in general. This is because of the stigma and discrimination surrounding issues of mental illness. With that being said, studies have found that men in particular are losing out when it comes to getting help for mental
In our post, Women and Mental Health, we touched on the effects of abuse on one’s mental wellbeing. The fact of the matter is that with abuse playing a significant role in mental health, it affects men as well as women. For example, being exposed to domestic violence places children
As we enter the first week of January, it is back to reality and business as usual While it may be a major relief for some people, it can be stressful for the majority. This time of the year is financially, physically, and emotionally challenging, even though it brings much
Trauma Explained Trauma is defined as being a psychological state that occurs after experiencing or witnessing a particularly distressing event. It’s a psychological wound that lingers long after the distress that caused it has passed, and can affect anyone no matter their age, gender, race, or financial status. When this
A borderline personality disorder is another mental health issue many have to deal with every day. Are you struggling with negative intense emotions and […]
Young or old, man or woman, child or adult… mental illness can affect anyone. However, your background and who you are definitely informs how mental illness is dealt with. In another article, we discussed the stigma surrounding mental health issues among celebrity sportsmen, who are often made to suffer in silence
At the start of autumn and winter, we experience shorter daylight and colder temperatures Subsequently, it can trigger decreased motivation, interest loss, fatigue, and low moods When it comes to the holidays, some individuals may feel more stressed, burnt out, and tend to sleep less and overeat, which results in
Social media has become a major part of most of our lives and it only seems to be growing, becoming one of the preferred ways of communication. Various platforms have become very popular, considering that 3.2 billion people use social media around the world. This number will increase in years
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