Blog & News
Compulsive lying: how to spot a pathological liar and cope with one
Growing up, we are taught that we should not tell lies and that honesty is an admirable trait in a human being. And yet, the
Lack of Regulation in the UK Allows Unqualified Mental Health Practitioners to Exploit Vulnerable People
In the UK, “counsellor” and “therapist” are not protected terms. We can all use them to describe ourselves. Even though there aren’t many unregistered therapists,
Who is an empath? 15 signs to tell if you are one.
Take The Anxiety Quiz Although empathy is an ability that can be improved with training, being an empath is much more than being able to
The real-life Korean debt crisis behind ‘Squid Game’
Netflix’ hit series, Squid Game, is hitting record after record, consolidating its position as one of the most influential productions from the streaming giant. The
Feeling anxious for no reason? Here’s what could be causing it and how to get help
Sometimes, anxiety has a clear trigger: you have a big presentation at work, you’re going through a difficult stage in your relationship, a loved one
New study finds a connection between poor sleep and mental health conditions
If you schedule an appointment with a mental health professional, in addition to discussing symptoms that are specific to your condition, they will also ask
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a psychotherapist, and a counsellor, and which one is right for you?
Whether you’re struggling with a mental health condition such as anxiety or depression or you want to boost your self-esteem, getting in touch with a
Feeling different and out of place? How to overcome feeling like an outsider
Belongingness is a basic human emotional need that can be traced back to prehistoric times when our ancestors lived in tribes; back then, fitting into
We need to talk more about the mental health impact of live streaming
Throughout the pandemic, streamers have helped millions of people cope with the challenges of social distancing. They provided much-needed comfort and distraction, and some of
‘I hate myself’: 6 strategies to overcome self-loathing and accept yourself
We all have an inner critic that points out our mistakes and tells us how we could improve, and, to a certain extent, this self-criticism
Nearly half of Millennials and Gen Z are stressed all or most of the time, according to Deloitte study
The pandemic took a heavy toll on the mental health of millennials and Generation Z, a new study has found. According to the Deloitte Global 2021
Self-deprecating humour: when does it help and when does it damage your mental health?
Self-defacing comedy is one of the most popular forms of comedy. We see lots of stand-up comedians do it, and the genre is ever-expanding. Most
TikTok rolls out support resources for users struggling with suicide thoughts
In a recent statement, social media platform TikTok announced that they would be rolling out new mental health support resources over the coming weeks to
Understanding Empathy disorder: what is it, symptoms, and how to overcome it
Take The Anxiety Quiz When a friend doesn’t get that job they’ve been dreaming about for months, we understand what they might be going through
Reality testing – how to determine whether your thoughts are grounded in reality
Sometimes, instead of seeing a situation for what it really is, we interpret it based on our inner hopes and fears, which may not be