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Ongoing conflict and geopolitical instability can create waves of anxiety, uncertainty, and emotional strain, even for those who are not directly in affected areas. Many people may have loved ones in regions experiencing unrest. Others may feel overwhelme

When men come into therapy, a consistent theme is feeling the pressure to "hold it all together." Many men feel a deep responsibility to cope and manage: to be the problem-solver, keep their own and others' emotions contained and remain steady no matter w

One of the most common things I hear from men in therapy is: "I don't know why but I just feel low." They rarely describe feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or burnt out. Instead, they talk about a general sense of low mood, a dip in motivation or a heaviness

Despite years of progress in mental health awareness, there is a pattern I continue to see in the therapy room: men carrying emotional struggles quietly and alone. And while stigma around mental health has reduced in many ways, we know that men remain sig

Protecting Your Mind in Catastrophes and Emergencies World Mental Health Day 2025 1. Introduction Emergencies and disasters - whether global catastrophes like pandemics or conflicts, or personal crises such as bereavement, illness, or accidents - disrupt

When life is shaken by an emergency - whether it's a natural disaster, global crisis, workplace accident, or even a personal shock - the focus often falls on physical safety. But what about our mental health? The truth is, our minds and bodies are deeply

Crises and catastrophes are difficult for anyone, but for children and teenagers, they can be especially confusing and frightening. They may not have the words to express what they feel - and they often look to adults for cues on how to respond. As parent

Emergencies don't just affect us individually - they ripple out through our families, friendships, and communities. In times of crisis, the way we support those closest to us can make all the difference. Why Support Matters When stress levels rise, people

Let's pause to acknowledge something many of us have quietly felt over the past year: the world can feel heavy. Support for our mental health isn't just needed in times of peace and stability - it's often most needed in times of uncertainty, stress, or ch