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Youth perspectives on nutrition
Using the power of creativity to stop mental health stigma
"This too shall pass" - Youth voices against COVID-19
Telling parents what's on our minds
Struggling with your mental health is always hard, particularly opening up about it and trying to put it all into words. For me it was the hardest part to try and talk to people close to me. Trying to explain what I had yet to understand and process was very infuriating. I was scared of being misunderstood and judged. Thankfully my friends were supportive and my parents, although worried, did their best to create a safe space for me. I know it was hard for them too, I would at times need more of their attention and then most of the time I would want them to let me handle it on my own. I have...
The Complexities of Discussing Adolescent Mental Health on Social Media During the Pandemic
Note from the editor: this blogs includes references to sensitive topics that some people might find upsetting, like eating disorders. While the blog touches on key points that can help raise awareness and break the stigma about mental health, some elements may remind you of difficult times you may have experienced in the past. In the past decade, the issue of mental health has moved from a medical discussion reserved for clinical settings, to a more widely discussed societal issue, opening doors to de-stigmatization, increased visibility, and new prevention and treatment options. Mental...
Why I don’t always share what’s on my mind with my parents and what they can do to find out
A Parent’s Guide to Addressing Teen Mental Health
Together We Can OVERCOME Covid-19
*To prevent the spread of COVID-19: #Maintain a safe distance from others, even if they don’t appear to be sick. #Wear a mask in public, especially indoors or when physical distancing is not possible. #Choose open, well-ventilated spaces over closed ones. Open a window if indoors. #Clean your hands often. Use soap and water, or an alcohol-based hand rub. #Get vaccinated when it’s your turn. Follow local guidance about vaccination. #Cover your nose and mouth with your bent elbow or a tissue when you cough or sneeze. #Stay home if you feel unwell. If you have a fever, cough and difficulty...
Meet the Young Warriors supporting their communities in the fight against COVID-19
ADOLESCENCE: THE PIVOTAL STAGE OF LIFE.
Adolescence implies the development period of transition from childhood to adulthood, a time of rapid growing independence, a period when young people can be both admirable and difficult to live with. They are admirable because of their courage, tenacity, their boundless curiosity concerning both about themselves and the world at large, their insistence upon using their mind to correlate what they feel with what they do, their relentless questioning of almost everything that enters their range of vision and their equally relentless demand that their questions be answered. They are impatient...
Stress and how to deal with it
Stress is always one of the biggest enemies for young people at any age. It can be stress before exam, stress before meeting somebody for the first time or other. Especially at this time, when COVID-19 pandemic is still actual, young people suffer from a large amount of stress. In today's blog, I will explain to you more about stress. I will also give you tips on how to reduce it. So first, let's see the definition of stress: Stress is the feeling of being overwhelmed or unable to cope with mental or emotional pressure. What are signs of stress? - anxious - angry - agressive - sad - frustrated...
How do our relationships impact our mental health?
Raising Mental Health Awareness
It is important to be aware of overall health so we can detect any symptoms and seek medical help when necessary. One spectrum that we need to focus are mental health issues. Nowadays, a mental health issue is one of the biggest problems that everyone faces, including young people. Many people have mental health conditions and some people don't recognize they have a mental health problem cause they don't recognize the symptoms. Some people who have mental health problems are suffering in secret because of the stigma. Raising mental health awareness can help people to understand the symptoms of...
Write it Down
Millions of people suffer in silence every day. This happens because not everyone has someone to talk to or a way to let everything out. But you don't always need a person to help. You can write everything down, on paper or online. If you don't feel comfortable sharing your smallest problems or even the good things that happen, write them down instead. You can rant, share the excitement, and write whatever you need to get the weight off your chest. It doesn’t even have to make sense or be complete as long as it makes you feel better. The moment something happens that I get upset with, or...
What is 'Pain'?
Somebody asked me, What is pain? Is it a feeling? Or what? I asked, Have you ever touched fire? Got a reply, Never! who would like to be fool and hurt themselves? I then said, That's what pain is like! It hurts you! It hurts you from inside, making your outside painful as well! The pain of 'pain' couldn't be measured! And I also advised, World will always be ready to give you 'pain', But you have to remain strong!
How Health Tech is Empowering The Next Generation
Advances in healthcare technology in recent years have lessened the health disparities that diverse populations face. Already, telehealth — which patients are utilizing 38 times more than before the pandemic — has helped people in rural areas and diverse populations access much-needed healthcare services at lower costs. As the industry evolves, health tech will offer more benefits than improving access to providers. It can also empower underserved communities and individuals to understand and advocate for their own healthcare. This way, they can receive the treatment they need and the care...
De-Cluttering your Mind
Confusion
Confusion!!!! Confusion is only a sign that your mind is active and thinking, trying to figure out ways to bring something new out of you. Everyone goes through this. It can create a whole mess in your life, or it can also create a whole haven for you just by choosing one option. And choosing that option was difficult for me. I used to think all day. I had so many days. I just went on thinking without any action. I even skipped so many opportunities. I even left jobs after trying, but each step was worth it. Because I understood this, I quit all opportunities and was confused because I didn't...
Mental Health during an Economic Crisis
An economic crisis takes a toll on everyone in the community. During these times it is normal to feel stressed. Uncertainty about the future, loss of income, inability to pay bills/repay debts, inflation and unemployment are some key causes that affect mental health. Some people may experience anxiety, depression, insomnia, social withdrawal, physical ailments, and other conditions. It is important to take care of our mental health during these tough times. Make time for resting and relaxation, engage in a hobby you love, and talk to someone close to you. It's totally okay to ask for help...