Author: valerie chu

The feeling of anxiety often creeps up onto the mind. Whether it may be a simple nudge of an unpleasant, stress inducing thought or an avalanche of consuming thoughts, it is often hard to figure out how to tackle the problem of anxiety when we may not even realize it is an issue. There are […]

A healthy mind is just as important as a healthy body, so we must take care of both the mind and the body equally. Most people are aware of their physical health and will seek help when needed, however not many people look at their mental wellbeing in the same way. I recently came across […]

So Fall is upon us and we’ve made it past the first month. Congratulations! The problem is, now that we have been thrown back into the rhythm of late night studying, early morning wake-ups, and intense studying, our immune systems naturally have started to weaken as we go into a new and unpredictable routine. We […]

“What personality type are you?” is a typical question you’ll probably receive from your average psychology student. But what does that even mean? Most people either have no clue or say some string of letters. If you’re someone who has no clue what that means, they’re usually referring to the Meyers-Briggs personality test. So feel […]

Whether you like it or not, the first mid-term exam period is approaching.  In fact, it is just around the corner, and the stress levels of many university students are gradually building up as each day passes by. The course materials are beginning to pile up, along with trying to balance other commitments during this […]

I have recently read a book called Anatomy of the Spirit, and I wanted to share some of its ideas and their relation to Mental Health. A medical intuitive called Caroline Myss wrote the book. In the book, Myss talks about the 7 chakras, how they form an energy system in the body, and how […]

Since phone apps are becoming such a big part of our lives, I thought I’d share some smartphone apps that may be helpful for mental health. (Please note that these apps are not a substitute for professional help for mental illnesses.) WellMind: This app allows you to track your mood every day, as well as […]

The unfortunate loss of life to suicidal acts is a tremendous tragedy which can be viewed as preventable. As mental health and discussion of suicidal emotions remain taboo among numerous cultures today, the challenge to break down assumptions about suicide is an uphill battle with great need for not only revolutionary ideas, but supporting evidence. […]

I recently had the observation that when I was going through really tough times with my mental health, I barely dreamt, or at least didn’t remember my dreams. That was disappointing; I’ve always thoroughly enjoyed sleeping, and my often vivid dreams gave me insight to what I was subconsciously feeling at the time. What a […]

With exams just around the corner, I’m sure lots of students are feeling stressed out and tired. Don’t fret! Here are some apps you can download on your phone or tablet to help you relax and deal with the stress!    1) The Worry Box You can get this app for free in the Google […]