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Advice and tips on managing mental health, maintaining a positive outlook and becoming your happiest self.
The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health
Social media has become an integral part of our everyday lives in the fast evolving world of technology. Inspiring new relationships and worrisome consequences for people's mental health have emerged from the ubiquitous nature of these platforms. This in-depth investigation seeks to unravel the complex web of connections between social media and psychological health by illuminating the various ways in which these online communities impact our mental states.
Training Psychiatric Service Dogs
I had the idea for this article several years ago, but here recently I have had the overwhelming urge to write it as I have been faced with reports of several "professionals" (whether lawyers or doctors or even staff at libraries or restaurants) having insistence on knowing what certification the dog has passed, stating that in order to be a service dog that it has to have special papers, or deeming a well-behaved service dog unwelcome simply because it has no identification.
The Schizophrenic MomPublished 3 months ago in PsycheThe Psychology of Fear (for dummies) Pt. 2
A Quick Recap In one of my earlier articles, we discussed how there are various different causes of fear that have altering degrees of significance to each persons psyche, depending on how relevant it is to their innate "triggers". We discussed how fear can be intentionally taught to a person by altering their responses to certain situations, and things, as well as how certain sounds can induce fear in specific individuals, but not others. Furthermore, we discovered that the state of solitude can induce a fear-response in certain individuals, which is tied to our human evolution. However, none of those discoveries are found to induce fear for every single person across the globe. So the question still remains; What is the one thing that every living human fears, regardless of our cognitive differences?
Nomfundo GumedePublished 3 months ago in PsycheHow to Get Unstuck in Midlife
Midlife often presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities. It's a time when many people find themselves reevaluating their lives, questioning their choices, and sometimes feeling stuck in their current circumstances. However, midlife can also be a transformative period, a time when acceptance of one’s situation can lead to empowerment and positive change.
Lucie QuigleyPublished 3 months ago in PsychePharmaceutical and supplement journey
Get on those antidepressants, kid! I started pharmaceutical medications in 2020 (and no, not COVID-19 related) to ease some delirious symptoms churning inside my head. My biggest regret was research - specifically, a lack of it on my end.
Kalina BethanyPublished 3 months ago in PsycheReduce Stress in Seconds
Breathing, an ostensibly instinctive and straightforward activity, is frequently executed incorrectly by the majority. A considerable number of individuals are oblivious to the correct way to breathe, with a staggering 95% potentially misinterpreting this fundamental process throughout their lives. In this exploration, we embark on an investigation into the science of breathing, probing whether there exists an optimal technique for everyday breathing that can confer benefits upon both our bodies and minds. Furthermore, we will delve into the potential health enhancements, encompassing reduced anxiety and heightened well-being, achievable through the practice of breath work.
Overthinking and Rumination
Shut up, she tells her monkey mind. Please shut up, you picker of nits, presser of bruises, counter of losses, fearer of failures, collector of grievances future and past. ― Leni Zumas, Red Clocks
Donna L. Roberts, PhD (Psych Pstuff)Published 3 months ago in PsycheThe Psychology of Likability
“Likability is a soft skill that leads to hard results.” ― Mo Bunnell, The Snowball System: How to Win More Business and Turn Clients into Raving Fans
Donna L. Roberts, PhD (Psych Pstuff)Published 3 months ago in PsycheTestosterone’s Impact on Mood and Mental Health
The article explores the impact of testosterone on mood and mental health, discussing its role in regulating emotions, its effects on mental disorders, and considerations for testosterone replacement therapy.
Timothy A RowlandPublished 3 months ago in PsycheThinking About the Past
The past is a stepping stone, not a millstone. — Robert Plant Reflecting on the past is a natural and often beneficial aspect of human cognition. It allows individuals to learn from their experiences, understand their journey, and shape their future actions. However, excessive rumination on past events can lead to a range of psychological issues, including anxiety, depression, and hindered decision-making. There is a delicate balance between healthy reflection and overthinking the past.
Donna L. Roberts, PhD (Psych Pstuff)Published 3 months ago in PsycheBuilding Mental Resilience
Gaining an Understanding of Mental Resilience (Introduction and Definition) There is one consistent thread that stands out in the rich tapestry that is the human experience, and that is mental resilience. As we make our way through the intricate landscape of life, we will inevitably encounter obstacles and difficulties like a constant companion. Understanding the fundamentals of mental toughness becomes of the utmost importance while contemplating this broad canvas. The purpose of this introductory section is to provide a more in-depth exploration of the varied nature of resilience. It does so by elaborating on its fundamental components, which include the ability to regulate one's emotions, achieve a realistic optimism, and gain essential insight from adversity. In order to cultivate mental resilience, it is very necessary to have a solid understanding of the base upon which this psychological armor is constructed.
Healing thoughts
In the last article, we talked about consciousness and how it’s one of the foundations of self-healing and self-love. (Reminding you; this is a text describing a journey written by a curious young adult, diving through the waves of cognitive behavioral approach, spirituality, and Interpersonal known as therapy method.)
NoorelhoodaPublished 3 months ago in Psyche