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novembre 12, 2022Like
Body Image: Origin and Causes
Body Image is the outlook or viewpoint that an individual has of their own body. It is a mental representation of one’s physical appearance and this opinion about one’s body can be positive, negative, or both. Different factors are involved in influencing people about their body image. It can vary from individual beliefs and experiences to social comparison. Research indicates that body image is established in infancy. Close personal contact between an infant and their caregiver such as kisses, hugs, mindtrib
novembre 12, 2022Like
What Is Self-Fulfilling Prophecy? Does It Affect Our Mental Health?
Has it ever happened to you that you predicted something about yourself and it came true? I often come across people who say “I had a feeling that this is going to happen” and it’s surprising to see someone know what’s going to happen next. Even though it might surprise a few, people have been predicting their future for ages. When I say the future, I’m not talking about the big picture. By future, I mean the immediate future, for calmsage
novembre 12, 2022Like
Can Emotional Self-Harm Be A Real Thing? Here Are The Signs!
When we hear the word, “Self-harm” what comes to our minds instantly is physical proof in cuts and marks on bodies, but is physical self-harm the only type of self-harm a human is capable of, or can there be mental or emotional self-harm involved? If I define self-harm, it would go something like this, “an intentional behavior that is considered harmful to oneself. This is most commonly regarded as direct injury of one’s own skin tissues usually without a suicidal calmsage
novembre 12, 2022Like
7 supportive tips for managing the birthday blues
It should be a time for celebration, but sometimes our birthday triggers difficult feelings. Here, we explore how to cope with the annual event For most people, birthdays are a fun and happy time to celebrate with friends and family. After all, they only happen once a year. However, birthdays can sometimes be accompanied by feelings of disinterest, depression, and sadness on, or in the days leading to, your birthday – AKA the birthday blues. But, why does this happen? happi
novembre 12, 2022Like
Self-Help Guide: What To Do When Both Partners Have Depression
According to studies, one in six people experiences depression at some point. This means that there are high chances of ending up with people in depression, especially in terms of relationships. A relationship is considered to be rewarding and comforting. It’s all about finding a safe space within each other. In order to build a long-lasting relationship, commitment, compromise, effort, and time are required from both partners. When we date a person with depression, it makes the relationship harder, more calmsage
novembre 11, 2022Like
JLL Announces New Hire
JLL (Chicago), a real estate and investment management firm, has appointed Alison Flynn Gaffney as division president for healthcare. Collaborating with Jay Johnson, national practice leader, healthcare markets at JLL, Gaffney will work with health systems, hospitals, and ambulatory networks. She has more than 30 years of industry experience, most recently serving as interim chief operating officer with University of Utah Health, Hospitals & Clinics (Salt Lake City). The post JLL Announces New Hire first appeared on HCD Magazine. healthcare
novembre 11, 2022Like
OCD And Social Anxiety: Is There A Relationship Between The Two?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder or OCD and social anxiety disorder or SAD are both considered types of anxiety disorders, and it’s common for people to have both co-occur, but is there truly a link between OCD and social anxiety? Or is it just a coincidence? Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a condition where you struggle with intrusive and persistent thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions). Social anxiety disorder, on the other hand, is a condition where you fear social interactions and also experience panic at calmsage
novembre 11, 2022Like
Can mental health ‘memes’ actually help us to cope better?
A new study has found that looking at mental health memes may actually help to relieve some symptoms of anxiety and depression When it comes to its effect on our mental health, it’s fair to say that the internet gets a pretty bad rap. Comparison traps, the onslaught of bad news, misinformation, and a general sense of information overload. That said, there are still glimmers of something more positive, and a new study that aligns with National Meme day 12 happi
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Benefits Of Pink And Brown Noise On People With ADHD
Have you ever noticed white noise videos always trending on YouTube with millions of views? Well, if you have noticed, you might have also wondered, why? To answer in a more simple way, white noise helps us to relax and people watch such videos to soothe and unwind themselves. White noise videos are highly watched during bedtime because white is the most generally known “color” of noise. “Color” of noise denotes the mix of frequencies and the distribution of energies calmsage
novembre 11, 2022Like
Can PTSD Cause Brain Fog? 4 Ways To Manage PTSD Brain Fog
Trauma in itself can be brutal to cope with, and the effects left by trauma can be long-lasting. However, when you begin lacking mental strength and feel your cognitive energy declining, you might experience PTSD brain fog. PTSD or post-traumatic stress disorder occurs after you experience a traumatic event and can cause symptoms such as nightmares, flashbacks, panic attacks, anxiety, dissociation, and more. These symptoms may either occur suddenly or when you’re triggered by something associated with the trauma. Because PTSD calmsage
novembre 10, 2022Like
California, Michigan & Vermont Voters Just Codified Abortion Access Statewide
Voters in California, Michigan, and Vermont have made their stance on abortion access clear. During the 2022 midterm elections on Tuesday (November 8), voters in all three states approved constitutional amendments codifying the right to an abortion. These amendments were presented as ballot proposals, allowing each voter who showed up to the polls to weigh in directly. A similar referendum in Kansas was unfortunately shot down. The news is major given this year’s shocking reversal of Roe v. Wade, the shek
novembre 10, 2022Like
Pandemic-Related Stress Seriously Messed With People’s Periods, Study Finds
At this point in the global COVID-19 pandemic, it is no secret that living through a public health crisis has taken a toll on our stress levels. But this pandemic-induced stress might be affecting more than just our mental health. A new study published in the journal Obstetrics & Gynecology has established a link between pandemic-related stress and changes to people’s periods. For the study, researchers analyzed self-reported data from 354 cisgender women ages 18–45. Participants were surveyed in May shek