coping
Life presents variables; learning how to cope in order to master, minimize, or tolerate what has come to pass.
Awareness is a Good Start
‘I need a mental health day.’ I’ve said it. I’ve heard it. Sometimes I’ve even taken it. Today is World Mental Health Day. It’s a day for mental health awareness, education, and advocacy.
Judey KalchikPublished 6 months ago in PsycheEating Disorders
Eating disorders are categorized by a pathological means of either restricting food or over indulgence in food that becomes a persistent behavioral pattern. These behaviors tend to have negative emotions and thoughts surrounding food. The cause is still unknown and being debated and researched. In 2006 when I took my first Psychology course the one line that stood out to me is that Psychology is empirical. That means it has to be observed and regarding Psychology, it is ever changing. There has been some studies on the basis of eating disorders that genetics do play a link. This is not very much elaborated on, yet there is a direct correlation when observing twin studies.
Sid Aaron HirjiPublished 6 months ago in PsycheCannabis and Mental Health
So I'm all for it! My friend has epilepsy, and is the one who started me down the Medical Marijuana road. Mine is not for a physical condition though, Mine is stricktly mental.
Tressa RosePublished 6 months ago in PsycheEstablishing Boundaries
Setting boundaries with someone struggling with addiction can be challenging, but it's essential for both your well-being and theirs. Many alcoholics or addicts only achieve sobriety when their loved ones set hard boundaries and stop enabling. Most of the staff at Tennessee Detox Center are in recovery and can attest to the impact boundaries played on their decision to finally accept help. Here are some suggestions for establishing healthy boundaries:
Chris GiesenPublished 6 months ago in PsycheUnwell 0.1
This first new link almost missed my radar before publishing this first part of several ORIGINALLY and PERSONALLY written pieces
Kocoa SimpsenPublished 6 months ago in PsycheMore is always better
I didn't expect to see him here, Outside smoking. I'm rocking a nicotine patch. I was joking, I mean I did quit but who feels like joking now? I saw his scowl and raised him a furrowed brow. I hope he remembers how we used to read Shakespeare and we barely understood it but it gave us a voice or a language. I don't read anymore but if I did We would be reading it tonight for sure. I keep thinking about how the timing feels false. Some days are faster than my fucking pulse and others go so slow like this morning felt like a month ago. There was a time when I thought that we were going to always be together. It was the three of us against the world. We were happy. I am having a hard time letting that go.
Celebrating Our ADHD Journeys
As someone who values advocacy and de-stigmatization, you might be interested in exploring other ways to celebrate this important month. One idea is to use ADHD Awareness Month as a platform to celebrate our strengths and talents while creating a safe space for others. Self-advocacy is a great tool to empower individuals with ADHD and acknowledge their progress in a world that often stigmatizes them.
Sandy PacePublished 6 months ago in PsycheCoping with suicide of a loved one?
Losing a loved one to suicide comes with additional layers of emotional burden and complexities which may be difficult to deal with.
Love
Love: An In-Depth Guide Love is a multifaceted emotion that has been the subject of extensive discourse and analysis throughout history. It is commonly defined as a profound feeling of affection and concern for another person, but it can also manifest in various forms, such as physical touch, affirming words, acts of service, gifts, and quality time. The Different Varieties of Love Love encompasses several distinct categories, each with its own distinctive attributes. Some of the most prevalent types of love include:
The Girl Behind The Profile Pic
She woke up 30 minutes earlier than him, the normal for their routine. She liked to do a little yoga right before brewing their morning cup of Joe.
Tressa RosePublished 7 months ago in PsycheMagnesium’s Crucial Role in Mental Health
Magnesium, an essential mineral, is a powerhouse in over 300 bodily functions. It keeps your heart ticking and your nervous system electrically stable. But that's not all; magnesium also steps in to regulate neurotransmitters like serotonin. Some experts even suspect that low magnesium might be the culprit behind treatment-resistant depression.
Marlene SilvioPublished 7 months ago in PsycheKey Clues to Adult ADHD
Many adults have ADHD, a condition that can cause chronic fatigue, anxiety, disorganization, and problems both at work and home. Without proper education and treatment, it affects millions of lives.
Marlene SilvioPublished 7 months ago in Psyche