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Mental Health Problems and Procrastination: Self-Help Tips

In this blog I discuss the impact of Procrastination on our Mental Health. I also share some self-help tips on how to manage it. Procrastination is putting off something(s) intentionally. To explain succinctly I will use synonyms: Delaying tactics, stalling, dilly-dallying, postponing, adjournment, delaying, dithering, deferral, and prolongation. You get the drift. Procrastination makes easy

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10 Top Self-Help Tips for Relationship Breakups

Breakups of relationships both romantic and friendships are common, in this blog I share top tips on how to help yourself. Relationship breakups are quite the experience, so painful and agonizing, and can turn your world upside down leading to heightened emotions. And it almost seems like the longer the relationship has been going the

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THE GOOD AND BAD ABOUT CANNABIS: 10 SECRET SELF-HELP TIPS

Cannabis use is popular with students. In this blog, we discuss the benefits and risks associated and how to support yourself. WHAT IS CANNABIS? Well, it’s a very popular illegal drug (at least in the UK) that can affect your mental health. I can’t think of anything more polyonymous than cannabis. Polyonymous means being known

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ADHD: Mental Health and Wellbeing of University Students and Support.

Introduction to ADHD ADHD is a mental health condition which stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Because it is a developmental disorder, it is rare or impossible for ADHD to develop while at university without it first appearing during childhood.  In universities in the UK, ADHD is one of the most under recognized conditions and hence under supported.

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How to spot Racism and Microaggressions at University: Support

Black students specifically those with darker skin are disproportionately affected by racism and microaggressions in universities. They continuously endure comments and behaviors which may leave emotional scars. These may manifest as symptoms of poor mental health. To understand racism at University a bit more read my blog Black bodies in a University setting. Microaggressions are

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