Beginner’s Guide to Focusing on Mental Health

Beginner’s guide to focusing on mental health These days, many people focus on their physical health. But few give much attention, if any, to their mental health. What does mental health refer to? Mental health describes a person’s overall psychological health and well-being. It has much to do with how you feel about yourself, your […]

Mental Health Effects of Emotional Abuse

Emotional abuse is not as easy to spot as physical abuse, but oftentimes its effects can be just as traumatic. Emotional abuse can involve many tactics, including gaslighting, shaming and manipulation. All these are intended to leave the victim feeling confused, powerless and hopeless. Typically people suffering from long-term or short-term emotional abuse, and depending […]

Neurodivergence’s Impact on Mental Health

When we speak about human behaviour or ways of being, we have traditionally described someone as having normal or abnormal behaviour. Recently, mental health experts have begun to look at things in a broader, more inclusive scope. What Does Neurodivergent Mean? Neurodivergent is a term used to describe someone who behaves in a specific way […]

How Your Self-Esteem Affects Your Mental Health

Having low self-esteem is something many people of all ages deal with. While low self-esteem is not considered a mental health condition itself, the way we think about ourselves directly impacts our mental health and overall well-being. What is Self-Esteem? Self-esteem refers to the way people feel about themselves. Someone with healthy or high self-esteem […]