Now more than ever it is important to talk about our mental health. 2020’s theme is ‘kindness’, which helps reflect this current situation quite well I think. We have been in lockdown for, what seems like, forever. I feel like I’m getting nostalgic for Brexit talks and discussions, that were always so uneventful. But now we face a new challenge. With coronavirus shutting almost every form
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How You Can Help Doctors in Crisis During COVID-19
Lucy is trying to help medical staff during these difficult times. Hi, my name is Lucy Maxwell and I’m a Fourth Year pupil. Due to the cancellation of my National 5 exams and the closure of schools, I have found myself with lots of spare time even with completing school work. I reached out to an organisation called Medic Mentor (this organisation helped establish our school’s
The Impact of Social Isolation on Mental Health
For many of us, social isolation is a break from work, school and responsibilities. Life has been paused and we’re all getting a break from our daily routines to relax, improve ourselves and get the things done we’ve been procrastinating about. However, for people with mental illness it can be extremely difficult, a lot of people with anxiety and depression rely on a daily routine to
Mike Thalassitis Death
Love Island star found dead Mike sadly passed away on the 15th March this year. He took his own life, Police say. Michael Thalassitis was an English-born footballer and television personality, who played as a striker. He was also known for his appearances on the third series of the reality series Love Island. Thalassitis signed a pro contract for 2 years with Stevenage in May 2011.
The School System
Most people in today’s society have to go to school. But why has the system not drastically changed in the past century? Everything in this world has changed and improved over time. For example a mobile phone, cars, even laws but it seems that the only thing that hasn’t changed is the way each and every person gets educated. It has been the same for multiple
It’s Your Body, You Decide!
Woman and teenage girls are very aware of their body image, this causes them to be very self-conscious in today’s society. A problem that many teenage girls and women obsess over nowadays is their body image and how other people perceive them. Due to the rise of celebrities and role models on social media, these influencers are now the forefront of what is considered successful and
Mental Health
Mental Health is a serious issue and it is our responsibility to take action for it. Nothing in this world can torment you more than your own thoughts. Mental health is real, it is all around us but we just can’t see it. Too many people are suffering from Mental Illnesses, they hide behind closed doors making the ones closest to them unaware about the problems
Academia, Anxiety and Well-Being
Recently, reports of mental health issues surrounding influences of academic pressure have been brought to the forefront of the general public’s attention – but why are these rates rocketing? Just how vast of an epidemic is it? And how do educational establishments play a fatal role in it all?
