An estimated 1 million sheet masks are thrown away every day (A24/YouTube) “When I looked in the mirror, I saw gaping pores and deep craters, and I couldn’t concentrate when interacting with people,” Ashley Perry said of the intrusive thoughts about her appearance that plagued her throughout her 20s. “The dialogue in my mind was … Read more
The hug came just after Isabella completed Bergen 4-Day Treatment (B4DT), an intensive treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder. In the latest podcast episode, There’s no such thing as normal, She shared her OCD story and revealed that B4DT treatment was a necessary circuit breaker for her. Developed in Norway, B4DT is brought to Aotearoa by charity … Read more
People tend to mistakenly think that depression is more than just sadness. It becomes difficult to muster the motivation and energy to complete tasks that seem easy to others, such as taking a shower. KC Davis, a licensed professional counselor and founder of Struggle Care, understands this from both personal and professional experience. In 2023, … Read more
The United States and Israel have attacked medical facilities multiple times during the course of their war against Iran. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday appealed to international health organizations to respond to attacks on Iranian medical facilities, including the Pasteur Institute in the capital Tehran. The facility was the main center that Iranian officials … Read more
4 minute read A new study looking at genetic predispositions to muscle strength and cardiovascular fitness found that people who tend to have strong muscles have a lower risk of depression. Researchers found a stronger association among women than men. Experts say the key is to focus on lifting and strength training, but stress that … Read more
Army Sergeant James Bernier passed away in March. His family hopes his death will help raise awareness of mental health issues. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Army Sergeant James Bernier died Monday, March 23, at Fort Carson, Colorado. He was only 22 years old. Bernier will join the U.S. Army’s storied tradition after completing basic training … Read more
Indian Knowledge Systems, the framework IIT Mandi is currently leveraging in seeking answers to one of the most pressing concerns within India’s premier campuses: student mental health. IITs are known for their high ranks, high packages, and research papers. But in recent years, a different reality has emerged. India’s top engineering institutions are grappling with … Read more
I couldn’t open up and show my ‘true self’ to people because I was afraid of being too vulnerable. (Photo: Dimitra Staikou) Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD). The first time I heard the diagnosis. I didn’t believe them. This is a defined mental health condition, characterized by a desire for admiration, a lack of empathy, and … Read more
“Have you tried adaptogens like saffron?” my psychiatrist asked me during a quarterly check-in after I explained that I was experiencing some pretty depressing mood changes, nervous fraying, and work paralysis due to the increasing stress I was feeling. My usual “reset and readjust” method didn’t work as well as it usually does. At the … Read more
With that feeling in mind Use these tips to refresh your mindset and increase your happiness. Spring cleaning isn’t just about the physical act of dusting and tidying up your home. It also applies to refreshing our way of thinking. (Illustration: Broly Sue/AJC) The sun shines brighter and brighter, the days grow a little longer … Read more