Writer Jasmine Ledesma explores the connection between weed and psychosis on her brain, as someone who has been diagnosed with bipolar. I was floating, gloating. As I waited for the train to pummel my way, my black shadow hung over the bench as I stood facing the wrong direction. I was stoned. A couple of […]
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Acknowledging and addressing mental health issues in school is vital, as 1 in 5 children or youth have been diagnosed as having an emotional, behavioural or mental health disorder, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Writer Darren Bridges explores exactly why mental health resources should be available in all schools across the United […]
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Writer Jam Bridgett shares their experiences in navigating through the mental health industry as a queer Black person, discovering the issues with accessibility that face marginalized communities, as well as exploring alternate routes to the traditional forms of therapy. For every hiccup and bump in my life, someone has inevitably pointed me to a therapist. As […]
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The topic of ‘Ayurveda’ has always left me with a myriad of questions. I used to hear ‘Pitta’ and ‘Kapha’ tossed around casually at gatherings with friends or a community yoga class with no real tangible explanation attached. Like horoscopes, it seemed definitive but also residing on a spectrum based on personal interpretations of each […]
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You’ve seen the drink responsibly tagline, but is it time to drink socially responsibly? Many bars and restaurants may be closed around the country, but that hasn’t stopped us from wanting our glass (or two) of wine. In fact, alcohol sales are soaring amidst the global pandemic. As we continue to enjoy our favorite cocktails […]
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The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a lot of fear and confusion all over the world, impacting significantly on our mental health care. Many of us are checking our phones almost constantly, wanting to get the next big update on the virus, hoping to mentally prepare ourselves for what is to come next. Numerous governments across […]
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What is depersonalisation and what should you do if you think you may have it? “How do you feel?” “I don’t know.” “What does that mean?” “I don’t know.” “Does that mean you don’t love me anymore?” “I don’t know how to answer that. I just don’t know.” Sound familiar? If so, then you may […]
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