Social support is basically a network of family, friends, neighbours, and community members who are available to give different types of support in times of need to. Social support enhances quality of life and provides a buffer against adverse life […]
At some point in our lives, we have used the word MOOD. In fact, we make statements like “I am not in a good mood”, “I feel moody” etc. One thing we might not know is that as normal as […]
For a long time, people have had some opinions about mental health problems. Most of these opinions are however not based on accurate information, but on stereotypes and suspicions, thereby leading to a cycle of stigma and discrimination. Here are […]
What is a coping mechanism? Coping mechanisms are the approaches people employ – irrespective of the uncertain, stressful, or traumatic situation – to help deflate, manage, and survive the pain and/or emotions while maintaining normalcy in their emotional and mental […]
My drug use journey started in my 4th year while in secondary school. There was a day we were supposed to have a football match and all the players were in the hostel preparing to go to the football field. […]
HEALTH CARE WORKERS RESPONDING TO THE COVID-19 OUTBREAK Please can we get to know you? My name is Oluwatofunmi Gbenedio, I am a Medical Doctor. What is your role as a healthcare worker in dealing with COVID? My job required […]
How To Help Friends And Family Dealing With COVID In one way or the other, the COVID-19 and its subsequent effect has affected everyone. We may know one or two people, whether distant or close, who has the direct effect […]
SELF-ISOLATING For Individuals Staying Alone It is well understood that being cut off from one’s normal life can be emotionally and mentally stressful. One way in which one can cope with this stress is to understand that certain events are […]