A sweeping new study has revealed that people with psychiatric disorders are more likely to marry partners who share similar mental health struggles, rather than someone without a diagnosis. This finding challenges long-held assumptions about relationships and sheds light on…
Schizophrenia symptoms often appear suddenly in young adults, disrupting education, relationships, and daily functioning. For Henry Cockburn, the onset of schizophrenia initially felt like pure common sense. In February 2002, the 20-year-old art student left the University of Brighton in…
Smartphones have dramatically changed the way children and young people communicate, learn, and develop their identities. However, new evidence suggests that receiving a smartphone before the age of 13 may carry significant risks to mental health, including suicidal thoughts, aggression,…
Rolling out a yoga mat and flowing with your breath could be one of the most effective exercises for improving sleep and supporting overall mental health in the long run. A recent meta-analysis of 30 randomized controlled trials revealed that…
Last month, I caught myself reorganizing my desk drawer for the third time in two hours. The stapler had to sit just so next to the paper clips, and don’t even get me started on the pen situation. My partner…
Reduce anxiety is a goal many people share, especially in today’s fast-paced world where stress can appear suddenly — at work, in social situations, or even at home. Anxiety often leaves people feeling overwhelmed and out of control. While medication…
The constant hum of city life often fades into the background, unnoticed by those who live in it. Yet, behind the sound of passing cars, rumbling trains, and the distant whir of traffic lights, an invisible health risk is growing…
Stress levels naturally rise and fall throughout the day, especially when you face unexpected challenges or inconveniences. In moments of high tension, your body can slip into fight-or-flight mode, causing elevated blood pressure, shallow breathing, and a sense of being…
Mental wellbeing is increasingly influenced by the way we seek and process health information online. But as one recent case shows, relying on AI-generated advice without medical oversight can have dangerous consequences — both for physical health and mental stability.…
In the world of wellness and mental health, the cortisol hormone often gets a bad rap. Labelled as “the stress hormone,” it’s widely misunderstood and frequently blamed for weight gain, anxiety, burnout, and even poor sleep. But the truth is,…
