Antidepressants do not offer a permanent cure to depression. Many people think that you can cure depression in the same way you do for an infection; just a pop of medication and you’re good to go. However, anyone who has worked with depressed people for a substantial amount of time knows that there is no […]
Katherine believed that her normal adult life is over, but she made a comeback. Depression is a serious mental disorder and millions of people suffering from it. It can be very dangerous if someone can’t take effective steps to overcome it. Even, some people believe it’s quite impossible to get back to normal life from […]
Whatever your situation, it is important to remember that you, too, are important. No matter how well you cope with a caregiving situation, its very nature is challenging. It involves the loss of independence, comfort, ability, health, and ultimately, life. Here are some of the feelings that you may experience as a caregiver, and how […]
Caregivers need care too. Practising self-care is crucial for our physical and mental health to keep active strongly as a mental health caregiver. Without adequate self-care, we are less likely to be the best possible version of ourselves, and our relationships, work and experience of the world suffers as a result. Although it might feel […]
Can we prevent mental health problems? Or is it impossible? Mental health and illness are often misunderstood regarding the causes, diagnosis, treatment and prevention. Sometimes, even healthcare workers doubt about certain mental health facts. Before going into prevention, it is important to understand the risk factors for developing mental health problems and mental illness. Risks […]
Make sure to keep a close eye on their behaviour and look out for the warning signs. Studies have shown that in 2018, over 15% of Australian women alone will have suffered from some form of eating disorder at some point in their lives. Often incorrectly seen as a choice or a lifestyle, rather than […]
The dos and don’ts of dealing with eating disorders. Living with and surviving an eating disorder is difficult. The effects that it can have on both your mind and body can be serious and can lead to much worse and potentially fatal physical illnesses if untreated for a long period of time. Luckily, treatment for […]
With the correct guidance and professional help, eating disorders can be controlled and treated. Mental health disorders take a variety of shapes and forms, all of which can be dangerous to the patients’ health and are potentially fatal. Eating disorders are at the top of the list in this regard, as they are believed to […]
Eating disorders are serious and potentially life threatening mental illnesses; they are not a lifestyle choice or a diet gone ‘too far’. In this day and age, physical appearance is one of the most important factors in many people’s lives, especially among the younger generations. This is, in part, thanks to the growing popularity of […]
“All we really want is love and acceptance, but all things considered, this may be hard for you to give. “. BPD is one of the most stigmatised and misunderstood mental health conditions and its devastating effect can be found in a thousand untold stories by those who live with it. The chances of encountering […]