Life is not as straightforward for some as it is for others. For many of us, it can be a real struggle at times. We’re meant to go through some tough times because that’s all part of the balance of life. The difficult times make the good times feel even good, so we sort of […]
When Depression Strikes, There’s No Need To Feel Alone
Chronic physical and mental illness affects millions of people worldwide and sometimes we forget to speak up about how we really feel. It is a fact that anxiety and depression affect 300 million people worldwide. It can create overwhelming feelings of segregation from society and isolation and lead to solitary confinement. There are, however, ways […]
How to Help Children Overcome Depression
Depression is a serious emotional disorder that affects not just the adults but also the younger generation and children. And since depression is not just a bad mood that will go away after a few hours, proper treatment should be administered to the victims of depression. Just like it is for the adults, depression in […]
Suicide: How Do You Know the Signs? Where to Find Some Answers #BloggersForMentalHealth #B4MH
This is a very special guest post by Janice C. There are so many signs, so many symptoms, that are hard to see, until it is too late. Where do you go for help if you have suicidal tendencies? Do you know someone that has suicidal tendencies? Where can you go if you are a […]
Mental Health and Children: What Every Parent Needs to Know
With mental illness diagnoses on the rise, even children can be screened for problems at a relatively young age. Escalating domestic violence and family dysfunction, as well as bullying on social media or at school, may be leading to more children developing symptoms of a mental disorder. This may include conditions like depression, anxiety, and […]