Mental Health (Page 2)

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Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey towards health and empowerment? The Women For Women Foundation is thrilled to present the Women’s Health and Wellbeing Expo 2024 and trust me, it’s an event you won’t want to miss! Let’s dive into what this incredible day has in store for us.  Setting the Scene Picture this: a beautiful morning on 1st March at Villa Arrigo, where you’re greeted by warmth and excitement. The day kicks off at 9:30 AM and promises a lineup of informative talks, engaging discussions, and a community vibe that’s simply unbeatable. Goodie Bags and Raffle Draw: A Treat for EveryoneRead More…

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In our whirlwind of deadlines, family responsibilities, and social commitments, carving out time for ourselves often feels like a luxury we can’t afford. But hey, who says you can’t be a superwoman and still take care of your health? Let’s dive into some simple, practical ways to finding the balance between keeping your physical and mental well-being on track, even on those crazy busy days. Quick and Effective Exercise Routines No time for the gym? No worries! Here are a few exercise hacks that can fit into even the busiest schedules: Nutrition Hacks Eating healthy doesn’t have to be a chore or a bore. HereRead More…

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The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. However, for many people, it can be a challenging period marked by feelings of loneliness, stress, and even depression. If you find yourself struggling with holiday blues, you’re not alone, and there are strategies to help you navigate this season with a brighter spirit. Here are some tips to beat holiday blues:Read More…

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In today’s digital age, the ease of sharing intimate images has created a new avenue for privacy breaches and non-consensual sharing, with serious consequences for victims. This article explores the issue of men sharing explicit photos sent to them by women, focusing on the situation in Malta. It is essential to emphasize that the blame lies squarely with those who violate trust, not the individuals who share their images in confidence. Non-consensual sharing of intimate images, often referred to as “revenge porn” or “image-based abuse,” is a problem that affects individuals of all genders. However, statistics reveal that women are disproportionately targeted, and men areRead More…

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Sexual harassment is a pervasive issue that affects individuals worldwide, regardless of gender, age, or background, however women are much more likely to experience sexual harassment in greater numbers. It is crucial to define and understand the concept to address it effectively. Sexual harassment is a form of discrimination and abuse that involves unwelcome sexual advances, comments, requests for sexual favours, or any other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature that creates a hostile or intimidating environment for the victim.Read More…

recognising ADHD in adults

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ADHD is short for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. In reality, this name can be misleading, as ADHD is not a deficit of attention, but rather an inability to control your focus, meaning that your focus would shift constantly and without your control. Alternatively, you could hyper-fixate on a task, meaning that your focus remains on one task, also without your control, to the point that you could forget to eat or you miss an appointment because you were so focused on this other task. Not being able to control your focus also includes tasks which are considered to be important, such as work tasks, orRead More…

dealing with judgement

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It’s our nature as humans to make judgements. When you choose not to turn into an unfamiliar road late at night, sensing it may be dangerous, for instance, you’re making a judgement call which is vital for your safety or well-being. Other daily, yet less crucial judgements may include choosing whether to join a certain online group, deciding if you should approach someone at a gathering, and so on. These judgements are less crucial and are designed more to help us navigate our social relationships and take care of ourselves. Judgement becomes damaging when it involves diminishing the worth of another person or deciding yourRead More…