Am I Sad or Depressed?

Am I Sad or Depressed?

Every one of us will experience sadness in our lifetime. It is entirely normal and natural. But some people feel something more profound and overwhelming than sadness. They may feel this way despite nothing difficult happening. So how can we tell the difference...
When is it time to ask for help?

When is it time to ask for help?

Depression and anxiety are complex and vary widely between individuals. Therefore, recognising situational discomfort that will shift through time and something more serious requiring professional support can be challenging. To get the measure of a mental health...
What is Racial Trauma?

What is Racial Trauma?

Racial trauma, sometimes referred to as race-based traumatic stress (RBTS), refers to mental and emotional stress resulting from racial bias, discrimination, microaggressions, and hate crimes. Individuals who experience racial trauma deal with the pain of the initial...
Healthy Food and Emotional Regulation

Healthy Food and Emotional Regulation

Do you ever find yourself being an emotional eater? When you’re feeling stressed or upset, do you find yourself reaching for the crisps and biscuits? If so, you’re not alone. Most of us deal with the challenges of life by turning to comfort foods. The...
Why Most People Misunderstand Depression

Why Most People Misunderstand Depression

The word depression must be one of the most misunderstood words in the English language. Why is it’s meaning so hard to grasp? It is because the word has two starkly contrasting implications, depending on who is using it. The term depression’s clinical use...

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