In the comments made on our social media post about 5 things to never say to a suicidal person, we got several questions on how to talk to someone at risk. Read on for our recommendations on how to approach conversations
What would you do or say if you were thrust into a situation of helping a suicidal person? Amid the shock, disbelief or questions, the first thing to remember, is that your loved one has just handed you a gift. He
How exactly do you explain workplace burnout? Okay, so you get your dream job and do everything to be the best employee. You resume early, close late and even work on weekends. Things go on fine for years, till you started
According to the WHO, disregarding mental health in your workplace may lead to physical and mental health problems, harmful use of substances or alcohol, absenteeism, and lost productivity. Here are 5 ways to improve mental health in your workplace. 1. Promote
How can you manage stress at work? Living in Lagos and other major Nigerian cities, we start most mornings with traffic on the way to our offices where various meetings or responsibilities await us. Oftentimes, we multitask amidst several requests and
When it comes to improving brain health, the key mantra is “Use it or lose it”. This is because engaging in mentally stimulating activities keeps the brain sharp and healthy. Exercise isn’t just meant for the body but for the mind
Being an adult is hard work and can sometimes come with a lot of stress. With work, family and other obligations that we have to juggle, it’s a struggle not to feel overwhelmed. This is why it’s important to take time
Clinical depression —in women or men— can cause sadness and a loss of interest in once-pleasurable activities. However, depression can sometimes manifest differently for men and women. Here are ten such signs of depression in men. 1. Fatigue People who are
