In an era of timeless scrolling and digital overwhelm, it’s easy to forget power of a good book. Numerous studies have shown that reading regularly can improve mental health by reducing stress, easing symptoms of anxiety and depression, and even enhancing empathy. Books provide a mental escape, allowing readers to immerse themselves in different worlds,…
I was recently talking to the other Digipsych editors over a coffee at The Mindful Mug in Lincoln (blog post on that coming soon), and mentioned how I use Headspace for mindfulness practice. I was surprised to learn that not many of them knew about Headspace’s student plan. Headspace offers its premium app to anyone…
I was first diagnosed with anxiety in 2017. I realised something was going on with my mental health in secondary school when I’d feel sick every day in certain classes. It soon became apparent that I was experiencing anxiety, with one of my primary triggers being school. It felt like I was playing life on…
What is CTE and who does it affect? CTE is a progressive brain disease which develops due to repetitive trauma to the head, it causes the death of brain cells and gets worse over time. People who play contact sports are particularly at risk of developing CTE, and although it was first noted in 1928…
Throughout the month of November, I am walking 50 miles with my dog to fundraise for the charity Samaritans. Who are Samaritans? From the Samaritans’ mission statement: We’re here every day and night of the year for anyone struggling to cope. We make sure people have somewhere to turn and support when they need it…