As we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, anxiety is normal. Many people are feeling worried, afraid, or are struggling with boredom and isolation. Loss of income, disconnection from social support networks, and other factors make it difficult for us to rely on our usual sources of stability and comfort. As therapists, …
Read More »L-Glutamine: Health benefits and uses
When gut health is compromised, it can lead to a variety of unwanted symptoms including indigestion, poor energy, bloating, stubborn weight loss, skin problems, poor immunity, inconsistent bowel patterns, mental fog, and low mood. While many tend to rationalize these symptoms as the new normal, it’s actually far from what …
Read More »Lack of Mental Health Support during Covid-19
By Robin (from ABLEize) ABLEize has made a shocking discovery that many people with severe anxiety, depression and loneliness as well as thoughts of suicide during the fears following Coronavirus (COVID-19) are not able to receive the mental health support they so desperately need. Due to the lack of mental …
Read More »How To Differentiate and Buy Organic Food; Here is Your Health Guide
Tired of feeding the pesticide-laced food to yourself and your family? Very much understandable. We all are. With the presence of so much of the chemically produced food in the market, it becomes tough to pick safer food options at times. Luckily there is an option which has become quite …
Read More »Busting Common Health Myths!
Angels, there is SO much noise in the health industry these days! We’re constantly being told to try this diet, cut this food group out, avoid certain ingredients… So today I’m sharing the truth behind some of these claims – and remember, don’t believe everything you read on social media! …
Read More »COVID-19 Mental Health Watch: Support Workers Struggle to Cope
COVID-19, formally known as the novel coronavirus, was declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization on March 11, 2020. It has become increasingly important to understand not only the physical symptoms but also the impact on mental health. While the focus of current research is primarily on nurses and …
Read More »How Does The Gig Economy Affect Your Mental Health?
The gig economy has dominated the conversation in recent years as the cute side hustle market has bloomed into a full-fledged sector of the economy. By 2019, it was estimated that as many as 57 million Americans worked as freelancers either part-time or full-time. 57 million — just let that …
Read More »How To Stay Informed Without Letting The News Affect Your Mental Health
Self-preservation (otherwise known as the fight-or-flight response) is a natural, biological process. “As humans, we need to be informed in order to protect ourselves,” Nerurkar says. This is why, even when the news is negative, we often feel compelled to read it. Staying up-to-date is important, but when you’ve started …
Read More »Integrating high-quality mental health research and undergraduate teaching
Dr William Davies, Schools of Medicine and Psychology A major challenge in mental health research is to disseminate our emerging findings to relevant stakeholder groups – these include fellow academics, patients and support organisations, clinicians, funders and charities, and healthcare professionals such as genetic counsellors. Another key stakeholder group are …
Read More »CBD Oil – A Comprehensive Guide : Should You Take It?
CBD Oil – A Comprehensive Guide : Should You Take It? CBD oil, derived from the cannabis plant, has garnered significant attention in recent years for its potential health benefits. From managing anxiety to alleviating chronic pain, proponents tout its versatility. However, with the surge in popularity comes confusion and …
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