An article about the importance of social connections to our mental health, something which we can hopefully gain even more from as our Covid restrictions ease.
Tag: Community
Dealing with Spirituality Crises
This article is about the challenge of separating certain types of mystical or spiritual experiences from psychosis. This is a poorly understood issue in mainstream mental health services.
Beware Dangerous Minds in Suits
This article is about the effects of psychopathic leadership. Sadly, it seems this article is all too relevant to the outgoing US president Donald Trump.
Know Where to Turn When the Mind Unwinds
An article discussing the available resources that you can turn to when appointments with psychologists are scarce or unavailable.
How to Talk to Your Kids About Suicide
How to talk to your kids about suicide. Angie Hilton talks with clinical psychologist Chris Mackey about what to say during the important conversation with your kids about suicide. We… Read more »
Come on Strong
This Addy article by Chris Mackey describes the single most useful positive psychology exercise that he thinks could be of benefit to all of us in dealing with the challenges… Read more »
Silver Lining
This article is about the importance of people receiving social support after natural disasters to assist their mental health as a key part of their recovery. The recent Australian bushfires… Read more »
Family Foibles
This article is about those for whom Christmas is not such a joyous time because of painful childhood memories.
Shared Courage
This article relates to the great work being done by Foundation 61 with members of the community who are recovering from drug and alcohol addiction. It follows a session spent… Read more »
Know Thyself
The conviction of Cardinal Pell for serious sexual crimes against children is starkly confronting. This article explores the idea of a shadow side and how one can mislead those around… Read more »