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Tyson Fury: Mental Health Talks with Boxing Champion

Tyson Fury Mental Health

“I was in a really dark place. I couldn’t get out of bed for weeks at a time.” World Boxing Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury’s mental health journey has been challenging and isolating, but it has also made him stronger than ever before. He is the current world heavyweight champion of boxing, but this wasn’t always […]

Managing College Burnout – Effective Strategies for Students

How to Deal with Burnout in College

We all get burned out from time to time. We’re constantly coping with the stress of school or work, relationships, and the other demands we have to face in our modern lives. Now that we’re still grappling with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the burnout effects may be even worse. College students reported burnout […]

Savior Complex: Understanding the Psychological Dynamics

Savior Complex

There are times where we might associate the term savior complex (aka christ complex or messiah complex) with something positive. For example, if you want to help other people because you’re caring and empathetic, that’s not necessarily a bad thing, right? It is important to be aware of when it can become harmful, however. Some […]

Are Team Sports Important for Children’s Mental Health?

Team Sports Important for Children’s Mental Health

If you’re wondering “Are team sports important for children’s mental health?” The quick answer is, generally team sports can be great for kids. At the same time, there are possible risks in sports that parents should be aware of. If your child plays a team sport, you want to ensure a good sense of balance, […]

Suicide Prevention Month: September Awareness & Support

Suicide Prevention Month

With September being Suicide Prevention Month, we think it’s necessary to highlight the impact of mental illness and what we can do to watch out for the people we love. Millions of people are affected by suicide each year; with mental well-being so profoundly affected by the coronavirus pandemic, National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month is […]

Counseling for Two Addicts In a Relationship

Two Addicts In a Relationship

Two addicts in a relationship can be problematic and potentially a recipe for disaster while on your own recovery journey. At the same time, if you are in a relationship with another user and you both commit to recovery, you may be a support system for one another. Below, we delve more into the things […]

Exercise – Boosting Mental Health and Emotional Well-being

Does Exercise Help Mental Health

There are certain things you can do to help yourself if you struggle with your mental health; one such thing is lifestyle changes like exercising regularly.  Does exercise prevent mental illness or cure it? Not necessarily. Does exercise help mental health? Absolutely.  If you work with a therapist or counselor, in addition to a treatment […]

Signs of Anger Issues in Children & Adults

Signs of Anger Issues

We all feel angry at different points in our lives; this emotion is a necessary and healthy feeling in some situations. However, this can be problematic if it’s out of control. When you have a hard time controlling your emotions you could be experiencing anger issues. So how do you know when your anger or […]

5 Ways Pets and Mental Health Work Together

Pets and Mental Health

If you feel like you struggle with your mental health, it can be overwhelming. Mental health encompasses your psychological and emotional well-being. You can lead a more productive, happy, and healthy life when you have good mental health. If you have a mental health disorder or deal with extreme stress, you might look for lifestyle […]

Intrusive Thoughts & How to Clear Your Mind

Intrusive Thoughts

Intrusive thoughts are something that we can all deal with from time to time. You might get something stuck in your head, and it could be distressing to you, but you can’t seem to get rid of it. You could have disturbing or violent thinking, sexual thinking that you repeatedly have, or it could be […]

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