Trigger warning: this article mentions suicidality. When we talk about parental and emotional support, we often do not take personal opinion and preferences into account. Parental support, to maintain a healthy familial relationship, requires unconditional love and support to children. Parental Support Parental support incorporates different aspects of nurturing, attachment, and love. As such, this is …
Disclaimer: If you, or someone you know, feel like you are experiencing symptoms of ADHD, please seek the help and guidance required. ADHD is a very common neurodevelopmental disorder which is often diagnosed during childhood and lasts till adulthood. Individuals with ADHD may find themselves being overly active, having trouble paying attention, and containing impulsive behavior without regarding the …
In society today, physical appearance has a huge impact on our daily lives. The way we present ourselves impacts our personalities and our social lives, whether we accept it or not. However, while we may believe that our looks do not matter as much as society tells us, we, however, as human beings, know how much physical appearance can impact our …
Trigger warning: this article discusses sexual abuse and may be very triggering. Of the many horrifying violations that children face, sexual abuse is a whole new level added to the list. When children get sexually abused, they tend to get physically and emotionally damaged. While physical, verbal, and sexual abuse are all, more or less, …
Trigger warning: this article discusses body image and mentions suicidality. Your body image is how you perceive your body. It may or may not match your body’s actual shape and size. A healthy body image is essential for maintaining self-esteem, as well as good mental health. The Role of Society Body image is often built by …
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. It is really important to take care of …
A healthy mind is just as important as a healthy body, but sometimes we can forget just how important it is to form habits that ensure that you are happy, confident, and secure. We all understand that we should eat well and get plenty of exercise, but what can we do to make sure that …
An introvert is often thought of as a quiet, reserved, and thoughtful individual. They do not seek special attention or social engagements, as these events can leave introverts feeling socially exhausted and drained. Introverts are the opposite of extroverts. Extroverts are often described as the life of a party. They seek interaction and conversations. They are not ones to miss a social gathering, and …
Children have a natural instinct for curiosity and ask many questions throughout their childhood about mental health. Allowing a child to understand mental illness can be a challenge for adults and for children as well. It can be very confusing for a child to understand and comprehend different emotions. Confusion and misinformation about mental illness can lead …
Having self-deprecating thoughts is an emotional rollercoaster to many. With you being your worst critic, it becomes a tough fight to win in many cases. Self-hatred is this constant fight between two wholesome things – one that cherishes you and one that hates you, where the thing that hates you almost always wins. This is …