In this article, we’re going to be looking at a few easy-to-use and cheap nootropics to help DOUBLE your focus, productivity, and more! Nootropics, AKA “smart drugs” are supplements that are used to provide the brain with everything it needs in order to work to its maximum potential. Today, we’ll be breaking down what nootropics are exactly, and which ones are the best … [Read more...]
School Psychologists: The Key Challenges Faced (infographic)
KEY CHALLENGES FACED BY SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS TODAY Burnout Overwhelming responsibilities School psychologists have been trained to do the following but don't often have the time Evolving responsibilities Advances in technology Lack of mental health screening tools Identifying best practices Access to affordable & effective care A great need … [Read more...]
5 Different Types of Alcohol Addiction
Alcoholism is a serious problem in the society. Many families have broken because of alcoholism and drug abuse. When discussing the alcohol problem, it doesn’t necessarily refer to the alcoholics. The problems of alcohol will range from the occasional drinkers to those who drink on a daily basis. A drinking that leads to high-level intoxication and one that will impair the … [Read more...]
9 Untold Mental Health Myths You Need To Know
People with mental illnesses have it especially hard. On the one hand, they struggle with the debilitating effects of their disease. On the other hand, they have to endure social injustice caused by stigma. There are far too many myths that even the sufferers of mental illness believe and that need to come to an end. Here are 9 top mental health myths that need … [Read more...]
Bullying & How To Lessen Impact On Mental Health
There’s been so much attention brought to the idea of bullying in the past couple of years. More and more you will hear people speak out about how it can be done, the locations of bullying ranging from school to the online world. What many people do not fully comprehend is the negative impact that it can leave on one’s health. While it’s easy to say that moments like that are … [Read more...]
Alcohol: Potential Permanent Mental Health Effects
The effects of long-term alcohol use are far reaching. Drinking can lead to traffic accidents, domestic abuse and other types of irresponsible behavior. While many of the consequences of excessive alcohol consumption are apparent, the mental aspects, which can affect an individual permanently, are sometimes ignored. Memory Loss and Blackouts Most people find an alternative … [Read more...]
6 Natural Ways to Keep Oneself Happy
Depression is a state of unhappiness. It is a very dangerous situation since chronic depression can lead to mental disorders and even low self-esteem that could drive people towards suicide. It is true that people have different ways of responding to negative situations. There are some who find it so easy to just shrug off negative situations, stand up like nothing happened, … [Read more...]
5 Myths That Affect Our Wellbeing Behaviour
Habits are a very personal thing and they differ from person to person, but there are still some common factors that we can identify as influencing different aspects of our behaviour. Some of these factors are genuine, but some are based on myth – so really, we needn’t worry about them at all. Read on for the top 5 myths that affect our personal behaviour. The common … [Read more...]
Preventing Dementia: Trivia
While you've probably heard about the devastating effects which dementia can have on a person, you may not be aware that this condition can be prevented in some instances. By taking the appropriate steps, there is a chance that some cases of this condition can be avoided altogether. The Benefits of Trivia Games to Prevent Dementia Recent studies have shown promise … [Read more...]
8 Simple Techniques For a Positive Mental Attitude!
Positive Mental Attitude Developing a positive mental attitude is not something that will happen in an instant, it will take time and practice to develop the skills needed to nurture and reinforce a positive state of mind. But once you master these techniques you and your life will be much more rich and fulfilled. So let us get started then shall we! 1) Take Action! Rather … [Read more...]