Depression Articles
For some, the very thought of suicide feels shocking to consider. But suicidal thoughts are actually common. Many people experience ongoing bouts of such distorted thinking. Even if we are aware that suicidal thoughts are a sign we need to change things, NOT end things, and we know they eventually go? It’s exhausting. How can...
Have you ever been really struggling, and needed someone to talk to? But were not sure if you should call a mental health crisis line or not? Mental health helplines are not as scary as they sound. (*Note that some of the helplines we reference below are for those living in the UK. If you...
Depression can show up in different ways for different people. Walking depression can mean you carry on but feel numb. Major depression can see you find it hard to leave the house at all. So what to do if you feel depressed? Regardless of how your depression looks, there are some tactics that are always helpful....
How much screen time is too much screen time? Here in the UK, Ofcom found that by the age of four the average kid is spending three hours a day in front of a screen. If you are a teenager, that rises to almost seven hours daily. How scared should you be about your screen time? Reading popular articles about the effects of screens on your health is enough...
Sometimes it can feel like your parents just don’t live in the same reality. You are changing, but they still treat you as the kid they knew. Or you have all new challenges and problems they seem to know nothing about. So how on earth can you then talk to them if you are suffering...
Considering calling a mental health helpline here in the UK, but are feeling nervous? Don’t be. Nowadays there are several helplines to help you, with trained listeners happy to take your call who really can help. As well as general helplines for everyone there are special lines just for you if you are, for example,...
This holiday season might be festive for some, but for others it can feel like sheer torture. If you suffer from depression, are isolated, feel alone, or suffer from low self-esteem and feelings of failure, this can be the time of year that suicidal thoughts run riot in your mind. Is there anything at all...
Living overseas? Last survivor of your family? Or simply don’t want to celebrate this year? Even if spending Christmas alone is something we chose for ourselves, the reality of it does present challenges. How to cope when faced with Christmas alone 1. Do this personal inventory immediately. The best thing to do – and as soon...
We all lose steam now and then. But when does having no motivation go from a mental time-out, to a serious issue that needs your attention? What is low motivation? Motivation is when you feel driven to do things. In a very basic way, we are motivated to get out of bed. But we are...
From athletes to sports lovers and those who are just unfortunate, physical injuries happen. And they can be quite a curve ball. How much can physical injuries really affect your mental health? And how concerned should be if you really don’t feel yourself after a fall, accident, or sports injury? Can a sports injury cause...
