Recovery Demands Inner Work, Not Just Willpower
A fresh take on addiction recovery stresses that true strength comes from what people develop inside themselves, not merely from the ability to say „no.” Writer
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Proactive Brain Training Boosts Mental Wellness
Researchers at the Center for BrainHealth published a study in Frontiers in Psychology on June 10, challenging traditional mental health care approaches. The st
The Invisible Weight of ADHD in Nigeria
In Nigeria, mental health issues are often misunderstood, and those living with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) face significant challenges. Man
Simple Line Sketches Offer Quick Mental Relief
A growing community of hobbyists, students, and therapists is embracing easy line drawings as a rapid method to quiet a busy mind. The practice has spread acros
The Hidden Toll of Loneliness
Loneliness affects millions worldwide, manifesting in various ways beyond sadness, such as low energy and irritability. It's often treated as a separate issue f
Youth Mental Health Tied to Economic Equality
Researchers at the University of the Basque Country analysed data from 32 European countries to understand adolescent mental health trends. The study focused on
Social Anxiety Disorder Affects Nearly One in Seven Canadian Adults
A recent Canadian study has found a significant rise in social anxiety disorder among adults. The research, conducted by the University of Toronto, analyzed dat
Shared Memories, Different Recollections
People who experience the same event often recall it in vastly different ways. Researchers have found that similar brain activity patterns are associated with s
Everyone Is Faking It — And That's The Most Honest Thing I've Learned
My mentor was having a panic attack in a five-star hotel bathroom. I stumbled upon her with wet hands and smudged mascara, struggling to breathe. She was about
Healing Doesn't Always Mean Getting Better
In the realm of emotional recovery, a common misconception prevails. Many assume that healing is a straightforward process, one that leads to immediate and noti
Coping with Nighttime Anxiety
Nighttime anxiety affects many people, making it hard to fall asleep as their minds start racing when the world quiets down. It's a common issue that can be tri
Telepsychiatry Expands Reach, Bringing Mental Health Care to Remote Corners of America
In early 2024, a telepsychiatry program began serving a Montana prison, a New Mexico reservation, and a Mississippi middle school. Patients who once waited mont