Category: Mental Health
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Book Review “Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty”
Overview The book focuses on calming our minds in the present chaotic age. The book starts with an argument that our identity is defined by how we spend our time and money. The author then discusses how to let go of the negativity and the fear in our lives. The monk (calm) mind and monkey…
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Book Review “Spark by John J. Ratey, MD”
Summary In his revolutionary book, the author explains how exercise can have profound effects on the brain, as is supported by the latest scientific research. The author not only tells the neurological basis of the unmatched benefits of exercise on the brain but also quotes real-life examples and the studies that have yielded the conclusion.…
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Book Review “Reasons to Stay Alive by Matt Haig”
Short Summary This book is a memoir, presenting a true story about the author, intercepted at intervals to explain to the reader what depression really is. Matt Haig, at one stage of his life, experienced a severe type of depression. His other half, Andrea, helped him a lot during this time of distress. It was…
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Why Mental Health Issues are Increasing
Introduction Personal dissatisfaction and mental health problems are rising exponentially, despite the reduction in poverty, food insecurities, and losses caused by natural disasters. A question arises in the mind of every critical thinker: What is the cause of this rapid decrease in mental stability, although we have such facilities that an ancient mind could hardly…
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Little Things that can Improve your Mental Health
Mental health problems have increased dramatically in the last decade or so. As a result, there is a dire need to find ways to combat this epidemic of mental disorders. According to WHO, 5% of the adult population, above the age of 18, is suffering from depression, and the number of depressed people in the…