Mental Health Central

Addiction as a Family Disease

There is no question that drug addiction affects families in a multitude of ways — financially, emotionally…

The effects of drug addiction

Before we get down to this sensitive topic, it may be appropriate to define the term, Addiction in relation…

TEENAGERS WHO SMOKE CANNABIS DAMAGE THEIR BRAINS FOR LIFE & MAY BE MORE LIKELY TO DEVELOP SCHIZOPHRENIA

Mental Health Stigma in Africa: Confronting the Silence

A dictionary definition of stigma is as “a…

Beat the Holiday blues

Once again and seemingly out of nowhere, at least for me, the holidays are upon us. For many, this means Christmas…

Tips to prevent holiday stress and depression

When stress is at its peak, it’s hard to stop and regroup. Try to prevent stress…

HOW I GET THROUGH MY DEPRESSION

I don’t believe in a one shoe fits all remedy for going through mental illness. One person might benefit…

Understanding Anxiety Disorder

It’s a normal part of life to experience occasional anxiety.

Depression and I

(A Mental Health Practitioners Perspective)