In today's digital age, maintaining a strong online presence has become essential for professionals looking to advance their careers. LinkedIn, the world's largest professional networking platform, has emerged as a popular tool for job seekers, recruiters, and professionals alike. With over 900 million members worldwide, LinkedIn offers a wide range of opportunities for networking, job searching, and personal branding. However, like other social media platforms, LinkedIn can have a significant impact on mental health and well-being. Understanding the Stress of Social Comparison One of the main ..read more

Introduction This isn’t your first time being told about the benefits of being near water and taking a pause. In fact, hundreds of studies have proven the positive effects from spending time near rivers to living in coastal areas. The world doesn’t stop moving, the Earth continues to rotate 460 m per second - if anything in this world needs to stop and rest, it’s us. A study in 2013 on “Happiness is greater in natural environments”: Shows that people are significantly happier outdoors in natural habitat types than they are in urban environments, with marine and coastal environments found to be ..read more

In popular true crime documentaries and movies, viewers are occasionally exposed to cases where the perpetrator appears to suffer from mental illness, such as schizophrenia, psychotic and mood disorders, to name a few. The presence of a mental health disorder can impact the way court perceives their case, and in some situations, can alter the outcome of their ruling and how they are to be punished for their actions. 80 – 90% of offenders have a diagnosis of mental disorder (Andrews et al, (2010). The term ‘not criminally responsible’ can allude to an individual’s degree of morally being respon ..read more

Herbal Teas: Why Do They Work? Herbal teas are common stress or anxiety-relieving teas, and some may even drink such teas as complementary therapy to an ongoing mental condition. Drinking herbal teas can help to: improve sleep or insomnia soothe stomach or digestive issues soothe menstrual cramps improve nausea/morning sickness improve blood pressure levels 1. Peppermint Tea Its aroma can reduce frustration, anxiety and fatigue Can be used to soothe headaches Research has shown that peppermint aroma can soothe anxiety in times of heart attack and childbirth 2. Chamomile Tea Has calming an ..read more

Shopping addiction People with compulsive shopping disorder have difficulty resisting the purchase of unused items, which causes a high level of personal distress, and the development of adverse consequences like relationship problems. compulsive shopping disorder is not a recognised mental disorder Page 2: shopping addiction The person is preoccupied with spending and devote significant time and money to the activity plan the shopping experience as a way to avoid or relieve negative feelings such as anxiety After shopping, the shopper experiences guilt and remorse Negative consequences: ru ..read more

Introduction According to the book “Emotional Blackmail: When the People in Your Life Use Fear, Obligation, and Guilt to Manipulate You” (Forward & Frazier, 1988.). Emotional blackmail is a powerful form of manipulation in which people close to us threaten to punish us for not doing what they want. Emotional blackmailers Possible identities: parents, partners, bosses, co-workers, friends or lovers Know how much we value our relationships with them Know our vulnerabilities and deepest secrets Use our compliance to win the pay-off they want They may not be aware of their act and may even r ..read more

Introduction Television has become a powerful medium for shedding light on important social issues in recent years. One such groundbreaking series that has captivated audiences and sparked conversations is "I May Destroy You." Created by the immensely talented Michaela Coel, the show delves into the complex themes of trauma, relationships, and mental health. With its raw and honest portrayal of these subjects, "I May Destroy You" has become a catalyst for change and inspiration for future storytelling. Unveiling the Reality of Trauma Trauma is a multifaceted and deeply impactful experience tha ..read more

Mental illness is a dire issue which many individuals and societies around the world face, as seen by millions of sufferers around the world. Hong Kong is no exception, and policymakers have been working to implement policies which support the mental health needs of HK citizens. This article will delve into the current state of Mental Health Policy in HK, and discusses which key areas need to be alleviated to further development ordinances, so that they better suit the needs of our changing population. Hong Kong's mental health policy is guided by the Mental Health Ordinance, which was last re ..read more

Introduction The field of neuroimmunology investigates how the immune and neurological systems interact with each other. It was a common belief that the brain is an “immune privileged organ” as it is not affected by any immunological responses or inflammation. However, in recent decades, neuroimmunology has become a very active research area. Seeking the interconnections of these 2 systems during homeostasis, development, and injury response is the primary goal of neuroimmunologists. Body defenses The immune system protects the human body from outside invaders. Defenses work in multiple steps ..read more

Rapid advancements are frequently made in the exciting field of neuroscience - and underpinning every bit of research and discovery are fundamental concepts, established approximately a century ago. Let’s get to it! Core Concept #1: The Complexity of the Brain Each human brain contains over 80 billion neurons, with each neuron exchanging electrical signals with thousands of others Nervous system function involves the coordinated action of neurons from many different regions of the brain This complex organ, with its intricacies of interconnected parts, may go wrong - causing neurological and p ..read more