As children, most of us were dissuaded from crying. Emotional expression, and crying in particular, were discouraged. Parents often scolded teary-eyed children, and teasing was common in elementary school when classmates started crying. These days, however, psychiatrists are touting the benefits of a good cry – stating that the emotional release can be good for …
Mental health
In the realm of childcare, the invaluable role of grandparents as babysitters cannot be understated. Beyond offering parental assistance, they bring a wealth of experience, love, and a unique bond that extends far beyond simple caretaking. As we grow older, we get more exposed to a variety of health issues (both mental and physical concerns), …
Sometimes, it’s hard for us to admit that we need help. It’s no different for this 51-year-old man from Epsom, Surrey, named Edmund O’Leary. But when the weariness became too heavy for him to bear, the father-of-two recognized that he needed to ask for help. On October 16, he took to Twitter to share what …
A man from Bristol, England, named Rob Osman has been struggling with his mental health for years. Since he was 10 years old, he has suffered from debilitating social anxiety. But recently, he discovered a simple activity that helped him manage his emotions – walking his dog, Mali. Now, Rob is aiming to help other …
How do you cope with stress? People have different ways of coping with it. Some like to go to the gym and release all their rage in a good workout. Others spend their time in a bath surrounded by scented candles, all while listening to calming music or reading a good book. Have you heard …
Nowadays, there are a variety of mental health programs available to people who are suffering from various mental health illnesses. These so-called “invisible” diseases used to be largely stigmatized by society, but now, it looks like we are taking a step forward as more and more public personalities are sharing their own mental health struggles, …
Today as soon as I picked my five year old up from kindergarten, I could tell she was in, what I like to call, one of her “moods”. She was crying over everything, not being herself, and acting so uptight. My immediate reaction was to get annoyed. And say “you’re almost six, why are you …
Living an active lifestyle is undoubtedly one of the best ways to maintain and improve our health. Increased physical activity through exercising brings a string of benefits to our well-being, which is why doctors advise that we incorporate it into our daily lives. But did you know that the benefits of exercise go beyond the physical …
“I am really stressed right now.” This common line usually denotes stress as negative sensation. It may be caused by deadlines, tight schedules, family drama, and health problems. Stress is usually linked to sadness, unhealthy eating habit, and increased risk of serious diseases. This information is true, but did you know that there is a …
A lot of people suffer from anxiety, it is no surprise that people deal with it in different ways. For these artists, they use cool illustrations to deal with their anxiety and help others feel they are not alone going through this mental health problem. Although significant progress has been reached over the years, modern …
It was like a fairytale when the retired war veteran, Josh Marino, crossed paths with a stray cat, whom he named Scout. As if the universe was conspiring to let the two meet each other, their lives intertwined in the right time and in the right place. The retired war veteran Josh Marino is one …
Have you ever wondered why you feel energized after going to the beach? Several studies from the United States and Britain found out that the beach improves happiness, well-being, and even the brain function of an individual. This finding is supported by the research by Kobe University that residents in Japan who live in a …