Eating disorders are becoming an increasingly prevalent condition, with a report for the Strategic Training Initiative for the Prevention of Eating Disorders and the Academy for Eating Disorders reporting that 8%* of US adults reported to have one in their lifetime (although the true picture is likely much higher) and BEAT, the national eating disorder … Continue reading “How to support employees with an eating disorder”
Workplace wellness is big business these days, but it can be hard to know how to look after the physical and mental health of our employees. It’s essential to not just jump on the bandwagon of corporate wellness trends, but know which ones to prioritize how to support individuals in your organization with a variety … Continue reading “The corporate wellness trends you need to be aware of in 2024 – and how to use them effectively”
By Smriti Joshi, Lead Psychologist, Wysa Every year with the onset of fall and winter, many people find themselves experiencing symptoms similar to depression. They may feel sad, lonely, hopeless and fatigued. This isn’t just a case of winter blues. Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD is a type of recurrent depression which occurs during the … Continue reading “Everything you need to know about Seasonal Affective Disorder”
Have you ever found yourself getting nervous and freezing in the moment during a group activity because it feels like your brain has gone blank and won’t let you communicate? If you said yes, you’re not alone. There are times when we all experience such a situation, and it takes a couple of minutes before … Continue reading “Understanding and Managing Selective Mutism”
📝 All articles on Wysa are reviewed by mental healthcare professionals before publication, who check that the content is thorough and accurate, and references the latest evidence-based research. Learn more. When was the last time you heard someone say, “He/she/they are so OCD with cleaning/putting things in order”? The label OCD is often misused in our everyday … Continue reading “What you need to know about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, its symptoms and treatment”
As the world grapples with the continuing impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, one thing has become painfully clear: mental health remains a largely neglected issue. The pandemic triggered a stark increase in already common mental health concerns, particularly depression and anxiety. The resulting displacement and unemployment also significantly exacerbated mental health concerns. Even prior to … Continue reading “Making Mental Health and Well-Being for All a Global Priority | World Mental Health Day 2022”
Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, more commonly referred to as ADHD, has been gaining much-deserved attention in recent years. It is one of the most common neurodevelopmental conditions – it is reported amongst 9.8% children between age 3 and age 17. While ADHD is typically associated with children, it is important to remember that individuals carry this … Continue reading “Understanding Adult ADHD”
📝 All articles on Wysa are reviewed by mental healthcare professionals before publication, who check that the content is thorough and accurate, and references the latest evidence-based research. Learn more. According to the World Health Organisation, an estimated 703,000 people a year die by suicide across the globe. Suicide today is seen as a public health challenge because … Continue reading “Building Hope through Action – World Suicide Prevention Day 2022”
📝 All articles on Wysa are reviewed by mental healthcare professionals before publication, who check that the content is thorough and accurate, and references the latest evidence-based research. Learn more. “The best bridge between despair and hope is a good night’s sleep” – E. Joseph Cossman We spend a major chunk of our time trying to … Continue reading “Golden slumbers: 11 reasons why sleep is important”
📝 All articles on Wysa are reviewed by mental healthcare professionals before publication, who check that the content is thorough and accurate, and references the latest evidence-based research. Learn more. As human beings, we experience different degrees of sentimentality. Most of us can think of someone who we consider overly emotional; As well as of someone who just … Continue reading “Emotional Detachment Disorder: 5 Signs You Are Emotionally Detached”
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