People With Anxiety Perceive The World In A Fundamentally Different Way

“Can’t argue with science: A person isn’t responsible for having a mental illness.” By Lindsay Holmes JUPITERIMAGES VIA GETTY IMAGES “People who still believe the outdated notion that mental health conditions are “all in a person’s head” have yet another reason to stop believing the myth: According to a new study in the journal Current Biology, those … More People With Anxiety Perceive The World In A Fundamentally Different Way

Stigma of Mental Illness and Ways of Diminishing It

By Peter Byrne, Posted on The Royal College of Psychiatrists Full PDF Stigma is defined as a sign of disgrace or discredit, which sets a person apart from others. The stigma of mental illness, although more often related to context than to a person’s appearance, remains a powerful negative attribute in all social relations. Sociological interest in … More Stigma of Mental Illness and Ways of Diminishing It

27 Simple And Enjoyable Things You Can Do To Improve Your Mental Health

By Rosie Leizrowice on ThoughtCatalog via Unsplash “Over the years, I have compiled a list of simple things to do which have a big impact on my mental health. Sometimes, it is not the grand gestures which work. You do not need to quit your job, go on a silent meditation retreat or move countries to feel … More 27 Simple And Enjoyable Things You Can Do To Improve Your Mental Health

Universities Need An Education In Youth Mental Health

By Minto Felix (Mental health advocate, co-founder of the Australians for Mental Health campaign) on Huffington Post Australia “Australian universities demonstrated commendable leadership over the course of 2016 in tackling the issue of sexual assault and sexual harassment.” “Another pressing issue that requires the full focus and will of the university community over the coming months and … More Universities Need An Education In Youth Mental Health