Posts tagged mental health
5 Tips For Coping with Anxiety Disorders
5 Tips For Coping with Anxiety Disorders

Anxiety disorders go beyond the typical nervous or fearful feelings we experience occasionally. Anxiety may interfere with a person’s ability to function, cause them to overreact when their emotions are triggered in some way, or become unable to control their responses in certain situations. While professional treatment is essential for managing severe anxiety, there are also several self-help strategies that can complement therapy and medication. If you live with this type of condition, see below for some practical tips to help you cope better with anxiety disorders

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Top 5 Self-Care Strategies For Stay-At-Home Dads
Top 5 Self-Care Strategies For Stay-At-Home Dads

While the majority of stay-at-home parents have historically been moms, the number of stay-at-home dads has been growing rapidly in recent years. Being a stay-at-home dad can be rewarding, as they get to spend more time with their children and manage their time how they please. However, raising children can be difficult, and there are often added pressures and challenges that can come with being at home all day.

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The Importance Of Maintaining Mental Fitness As A Dad
The Importance Of Maintaining Mental Fitness As A Dad

The concept of ‘mental fitness’ is one that high performance leadership coach and behavioral science consultant Chinazom Sunny Nwabueze has been fascinated by for years, particularly the impact on men. Research by Mental Health America reveals that over 6 million men are affected by depression each year but less than half will seek treatment for it. Chinazom has experienced a number of significant transitions in his life, including leaving a 20 year career in investment banking to become a performance psychologist, relocating from the UK to the US and becoming a father for the first time during the pandemic.

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For A Man, Admitting Depression Is A "Double Disgrace"
For A Man, Admitting Depression Is A "Double Disgrace"

Fatherhood is a responsibility and a huge change in life. A young dad may have concerns as to whether he will cope with the new challenges and whether he will be a good father. Fatigue appears, but so does the relationship with your partner or wife. After all, the most important thing now is caring for the baby. A man may feel lonely, relegated to the background. If we add to this the concern for the toddler's mother, who is struggling with postpartum depression herself, we will get a large dose of emotions. A dose that may contribute to the development of paternal postnatal depression.

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A Busy Dad’s Guide To Reducing Mental Fatigue
A Busy Dad’s Guide To Reducing Mental Fatigue

Being a busy dad leaves little room for other activities, and the last thing on your mind could be your mental fatigue. Pushing through the day and getting everything done would be the priority that springs to mind. Everyone may experience mental fatigue at some point or another, but how to prevent it may seem like an impossible task. Full schedules in a day could make for a time crunch that could increase the effects. But, with the easy-to-follow guide below, busy dads could reduce their mental fatigue in no time.

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4 Tips To Find A Mental Health Specialist Who’s Right For You
4 Tips To Find A Mental Health Specialist Who’s Right For You

Getting support for your mental health can be a difficult decision to make, but it is one that is best for you. Despite the old stigma around therapy, the fact is that most people benefit from seeing a specialist. Whether you’re dealing with stress due to work, the loss of a loved one, or substance abuse issues, a counselor/therapist can help you regain your mental and emotional center. Finding the right mental health specialist can be quite a daunting task. You need someone with whom you can build a rapport and develop a relationship of trust. With the help of this guide, you’ll be able to pick a good mental health specialist and start on your journey of self-improvement.

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A Couple Of Things To Know About Sensitivity Training
A Couple Of Things To Know About Sensitivity Training

Businesses in today's culture are designed to be multigenerational and ethnic, with individuals from various backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives. Companies are able to enhance customer happiness, collaboration, and production as a result of this. When all of these characteristics are combined, you have a firm with all of the competitive benefits of an efficient workflow. This is accurate for businesses of all sizes as well as sectors. Each manager should receive sensitivity as well as diversity training since it is the only way to improve long-term performance. This will encourage positive attitudes and increase workplace inclusiveness.

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5 Ways To Boost Your Happiness
5 Ways To Boost Your Happiness

Being happy never goes out of style. Everyone's goal in this life is to be happy. The career path you choose, the kind of clothes you get dressed in, the food you eat, and generally everything you engage in should drive you towards your end goal, which is to be happy. Life has its challenges ranging from losing our loved ones, being bedridden, losing jobs, losing properties in cases like fire, and worse situations than those. But we have to look for ways to cheer ourselves up even in such situations that put us down. Try and engage in activities that will lift your spirits. If you find joy in business and technology, then that is the best time to put all your energy there. The following ideas will help you boost your happiness.

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How To Support A Friend Who’s Struggling With Their Mental Health
How To Support A Friend Who’s Struggling With Their Mental Health

Men are often taught to hide their feelings and be “strong”. This means that many men don’t talk if they’re struggling with their mental health. It’s no surprise that men are three times as likely to die by suicide than women. But mental health is a topic that’s becoming increasingly talked about. It can be difficult seeing a friend struggling with their mental health. However, your friend needs to know that you’re there for them. Here are some ways to support a friend who’s struggling with their mental health.

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3 Reasons Why Fishing Is A Great Way For Dads To Enjoy Lockdown Easing
3 Reasons Why Fishing Is A Great Way For Dads To Enjoy Lockdown Easing

You may have even used the lockdown to consider pursuing healthy outdoor activities and hobbies that will help you make the most of your newfound freedom that will help keep you fit and well. Have you considered the benefits of fishing? If not, read on and you will be pleasantly surprised to learn why this hobby is so widespread and popular – and why you should participate.

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10 Things You Can Do to Improve Your Mental Health Better During Self-Isolation
10 Things You Can Do to Improve Your Mental Health Better During Self-Isolation

This COVID-19 crisis has radically changed our lives. Just a few months ago, we had no idea our 'world' would be reduced to the size of our homes! This crisis is a powerful reminder of how important freedom is - and how much we need human connection and intimacy versus isolation! Just thinking about the fact that you cannot shake a friend’s hand, or give your parent a hug can feel like unbearable isolation. If we're going to be stuck at home, we may as well make the most of it.

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5 Tips To Fight Depression During Holidays
5 Tips To Fight Depression During Holidays

For most of us, a holiday is a source of enormous excitement. Something to look forward to and to enjoy when we are on it. We sometimes try to cram so much happiness in that it lasts all year, until the next time we can get away! This isn't the case for everyone; some of us struggle with good mental health and holidays can exacerbate the issues. If you or someone you know struggles while on holiday, take a look at our top tips to help alleviate symptoms.

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5 Children’s Books That Help Develop An Understanding Of Feelings And Mental Health
5 Children’s Books That Help Develop An Understanding Of Feelings And Mental Health

It can be easy to underestimate the amount going in children’s heads. Childhood can be a time of stress, anxiety, and early signs of mental health difficulties. According to the NHS, one in eight (12.8%) five to 19 year olds had at least one mental disorder when assessed in 2017. This is problem is a growing concern: emotional disorders are now more common than ever in five to 15-year-olds. The percentage of those struggling with such disorders increased from 4.3% in 1999 and 3.9% in 2004 to 5.8% in 2017.

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Ways For Dad To Relieve Stress
Ways For Dad To Relieve Stress

Living in the role of a father is a huge place to fill in the lives of many. You are expected to look after the safety and provision of your family, maintaining a relationship with your partner and dealing with regular life issues. When it’s possible to take a load off, dads need simple ideas for respite. Try expanding your brain bank on the subject, and read through a few effective ways to relieve stress. Give yourself permission to take a break from “Dad,” and invest time in rejuvenation.

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Here Are 5 Benefits Of Online Counseling
Here Are 5 Benefits Of Online Counseling

Modern lifestyles are extremely busy, so much so that there is little time to recognize and cope with the stress that it often creates. So let’s take a look at the advantages of online counselling and how this can be a quick and efficient way for anyone to find the help and assistance that they or their families may need to achieve better mental health.

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How To Take Back Control Of Your Life By Decluttering
How To Take Back Control Of Your Life By Decluttering

Most of us are aware that they just have too many possessions piling up, but the tendency is to bury our heads in the sand and we never get around to clearing the clutter in our lives. So in this post you will come to understand the importance of decluttering and here are quick ways to declutter your lives without feeling overwhelmed.

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