Hurricanes. Earthquakes. Wildfires. Floods. Blizzards. Tsunamis. No matter where you live, you’re likely to experience a natural disaster. Even if you avoid them, television and social media can bring destruction and trauma on the other side of the world straight into your living room. It’s enough to puncture anyone’s sense of safety. Whether you’re grappling

  In recent years, numerous studies have focused on the impact of excessive screen time, particularly on social media, on mental health. The fact that the rise of smartphones and apps like Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok, has coincided with an exponential increase in mental health issues among young people and adults has intensified scrutiny

  We all know the stressors: Social obligations. Family discord. Political rifts. Financial stress. And the desire to stay cheery and big-hearted throughout. So here’s a reminder about how to banish your inner perfectionist and truly enjoy the holiday season: “It really helps to let go of some of the ‘shoulds’,” says Lynn F. Bufka,

  After Donald Trump’s US presidential election victory this week, a briefing handily re-appeared in the “most popular topics” section of the Mental Health Foundation website: “Tips to look after your mental health during traumatic world events.” The briefing has been well-read before, at times of war, conflict, violence and social tension – and people were turning

  Christmas could affect our mental health in lots of different ways. This could be if Christmas is part of your life, or if it’s happening around you. It’s a time of year that often puts extra pressure on us. Christmas could affect your mental health if you: *Wish you didn’t have to deal with Christmas, or