Mental Health in the workplace

• Mental Health can affect the workplace too • According to the Indian Journal Of Occupational & Environmental Medicine, it is said that many issues such as hypertension and cardiovascular issues can be attributed to poor mental health • Mental health can be a reason why some people quit their jobs • As of 2010,

Funny Mental Health Meme

This meme was posted on our Facebook page a while back. Something that may cause stress for people is working during the holidays. Depending on the job, it could be detrimental to their mental well being. This meme is meant to shed light on that fact. Many college students or even high school students may

5 ways pets can improve mental health

Pets are motivators. Their energy helps motivate people to get more exercise (e.g. walks/runs) Pets also provide a sense of comfort. Petting, playing with, or setting next to a pet gives people a chance to relax their minds Children dealing with autism struggle with sensory, pets help them remain calm. Being with pets can also

Star Wars and Mental Illness: Why The Emperor is so powerful

With Star Wars Episode IX: “The Rise Of Skywalker” hitting the big screen in a little over a month, we decided to do something a little different. You might be thinking, “but this is a mental health site, why are we talking about Star Wars?” Good question. The final installment of the Skywalker Saga is

Mental Illness Comic

This comic depicts somebody in a wheel chair, completely handicapped and a person next to them telling them to “try harder.” At the top, there is a hashtag. #mentalillnessfeelslike. This is relative to how some people may feel. When people are struggling with mental illness, they tend to become exhausted and tired. They may try

Tips to Manage Mental Health during the holidays

How to manage mental health during the holiday season Stay in therapy Mindfulness Don’t rely on drugs/alcohol Soak up the sun Set realistic goals These are all ways to stay up on your mental health during holiday seasons. The article linked below by the National Alliance on Mental Illness mentions how some people struggle with

5 tips to reduce stress

Take a break Exercise Smile/Laugh Social Support Meditation These five tips from the American Psychological Association are very helpful and can benefit people who are feeling stressed, specifically college students. College students have to deal with a heavy workload and need time to relax. It is important to do things such as take breaks in

Mental Health Memes #2

This meme depicts a cartoon character in deep thought. This is also a popular meme. It is the “not sure if…” meme. This one shows a person experiencing good feelings, but also not sure if their mental state has improved or if it is just some false hope that is fleeting. People who struggle with

Mental Health Memes

This meme with the kid in the sunglasses is meant to depict somebody dealing with a lot of struggles, but being able to hide them. That person is putting on a poker face. It all goes back to the saying “fake it ‘till you make it.” It goes to show that we can never tell

Conspiracy Theories and Mental Health

Did you know: According to PBS, before there were treatment centers, mental illness/mental health struggle was framed as nothing more than demonic possession or religious punishment. According to Prospect Magazine, there is a link between mental health struggles and conspiracy theories. The Journal of Experimental Social Psychology conducted a study back in March of 2017