The Hidden Costs of Hustle Culture: Are We Trading Well-being for Productivity?
Have you ever paused to consider the stories you carry in your body—those quiet beliefs about what it means to be valuable, successful, and
The Healing Power of Music Therapy
In today’s fast-paced world, where stress, anxiety, and depression are becoming increasingly common, the search for effective mental health interventions has never been more
Mental Health and Creative Expression: Reimagining Self-Care
In recent years, awareness about mental health has significantly increased. Historically, mood disorders and mental illnesses were poorly understood, but now there is a
Social Media and Mental Health: Exploring the Impact of Likes and Validation
Social media has become integral to our daily lives in the digital age. Platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok allow us to connect,
UNDERSTANDING HIGH-FUNCTIONING AUTISM: LATE DIAGNOSIS
Recently, I published an article called Understanding High-Functioning Autism: Beyond Stereotypes and Labels. Suppose you are a reader searching for an explanation of high-functioning
Understanding High-Functioning Autism: Beyond Stereotypes and Labels
The representation of autistic individuals in film and media tends to centre its narrative on a child or an adult possessing an acute intellect,
Functional dysfunction: reflections on the ADHD medication shortage
Allow me to set the scene for you: it’s a Friday afternoon in October, and I’ve just finished working a typically busy pre-weekend shift
Wednesday on Netflix: A Thought-Provoking Discussion on Emotional Responsibility and Coping with Others
Netflix is known for its wide range of thought-provoking shows, and “Wednesday” is no exception. This critically acclaimed series explores the complexities of emotional
The fragile line between representing and shaming mental illnesses – encounters from Hollywood
Hollywood has a long history of misrepresenting those with mental health conditions. These representations are usually portrayals of people with mental illness as violent
The torment of growing up as a woman with undiagnosed ADHD
Attempting this article took far more energy and patience than I expected. When I set aside time to write, I would manically clean, cook,