Mental health is supported by seven core pillars that work together to create emotional stability, resilience, and overall well-being. These pillars include emotional awareness, emotional regulation, physical well-being, social connection, self-esteem, healthy thinking patterns, and a sense of purpose. Each…
Stress is more common than ever because modern life is fast, demanding, and always connected. Work pressure, financial worries, and constant notifications keep the mind in a state of tension. When stress becomes chronic, it affects both mental and physical…
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can be just as effective as medication for many mental health conditions, especially mild to moderate anxiety and depression. Research shows that CBT not only reduces symptoms but also teaches long-term coping skills that help prevent…
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that follows a seasonal pattern—most commonly appearing during the fall and winter months when sunlight exposure decreases. For many people, symptoms like persistent low mood, fatigue, sleep changes, and loss of…
Negative thinking is a pattern of focusing on the worst outcomes, doubting yourself, or expecting things to go wrong even without clear evidence. It often happens due to stress, past experiences, fear of failure, low self-esteem, or ongoing anxiety, which…
Fear is a natural emotion that helps protect us when we face real or immediate danger. It is a normal response that prepares the body to react quickly and stay safe. A phobia, however, is an intense and excessive fear…
Men’s Mental Health Month is a dedicated awareness period that focuses specifically on the mental, emotional, and psychological well-being of men and boys. It is observed every year in June and serves to highlight the mental health challenges men commonly…
Fibromyalgia is a chronic health condition marked by widespread pain, extreme fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive difficulties often called “fibro fog.” Although it does not cause visible damage to joints or muscles, fibromyalgia can profoundly affect daily functioning, emotional well-being,…
This topic examines whether individuals living with schizophrenia are able to participate in employment and under what conditions work becomes possible. Schizophrenia is a long-term mental health condition that can affect thinking, perception, and behavior, but it does not automatically…
Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that supports nerve function, red blood cell production, and DNA synthesis. When Vitamin B12 levels drop, people may notice symptoms such as persistent fatigue, weakness, memory problems, or tingling in the hands and feet.…
