YOUTH+EMO: Recent Episodes
joseph okoye
Young people have a different perspective to life generally. Such a different worldview or life experience needs to be understood and appreciated. I’ve been able to encounter and appreciate these different opinions as a mental health counsellor/therapist as well as a parent. Youth + Emo ( youth and emotions)podcast deals with daily life encounters which have direct or indirect effect on mental or emotional well-being of young people. This platform is hoped to highlight those life encounters and offer some advice and encouragement.
There is always a time when we all stand to be corrected. Nobody gets it right at all time. So making mistakes and missing the mark is what makes us human. We also learn from mistakes( well, that is what is expected) and such learning makes us a better person in life. People who have excelled in life will tell you they have made so many mistakes and stumbled through many obstacles and huddles. So when someone tells us we are not doing well or corrects us, we should not take it the wrong way if we want to be a better version of ourselves. However criticism can be demeaning and a put down rather than helpful. So the question becomes : WHEN DOES A CRITICISM OR CORRECTION , CONSTRUCTIVE RATHER THAN DESTRUCTIVE? HOW DO YOU DIFFERENTIATE BETWEEN A GENUINE DESIRE TO MAKE YOU A BETTER VERSION OF YOURSELF RATHER THAN A PUT DOWN OR DEMEANING? This current episode of YOUTH+EMO describes 5 areas to explore to determine if a criticism or correction is meant well or just a ploy to attack your self-esteem and damage your confidence. Understanding the difference is important for a better mental health and well-being.
youth+emo #correction #self-esteem #well-being #mentalhealth #mistakes #personaldevelopement
Suicide is one of those topics that is still discussed in hushed tones. Any talk and discussion about suicide is uncomfortable and there is always a tendency to offer a one-sentence response and to move on to the next topic. There are so many questions that beg answers to the topic of suicide. I believe being comfortable to dwell on it and talk about suicide is part of a solution not a problem. "So a quick series of questions for you as you listen to this episode of YOUTH+EMO:" What do you know about suicide? What is the suicide rate globally? Does mental health issue means increased chance of suicide? I hope this episode will answer some of your questions on suicide.
youth+emo #suicide #mentalhealth #death #love #worldwide #suicideawareness
Stress is part and parcel of everyday life. In fact optimal level of stress brings the best out of us . However when the stress is sustained, intense and unrelenting, it could be dangerous not only to our physical but also mental health. The current financial uncertainty and high cost of living is putting an immense, sustained and unbearable stress on millions of people all over the world. The situation is so dire and hopeless that no one seems to know what tomorrow brings and there does not seem to be much help or hope. This episode deals with the possible impact of this current financial uncertainties on physical and mental health. It concludes with practical advice on how to cope with the current situation as we weather this "financial storm" brewing.
youth+emo #money #finance #worry #stress #inflation #mentalhealth #health
Depression as a mental health condition still comes with stigma. There is still that sense that people who are depressed or taking antidepressants are different. In other words, that depression is something to be ashamed of. People seem to forget that being depressed does not change who you are. It does not make a bubbly, excitable and funny person less so. Also the feeling of hopelessness( especially at this time ) is something all of us feel albeit it temporary. In any case, whether our feeling of hopelessness is temporary or lingers on, does not make us less or more of a person we truly are. This episode of YOUTH+EMO podcast gets more into this topic . The episode mentioned other symptoms of depression some of which we don't always associate with depression. This episode highlights at what point we may need to seek psychosocial support and/or medical intervention.
depression #mentalhealth #youth+emo #podcast #stigma #dwaynejohnson #ladygaga #michaelphelps #jkrowling
Hay fever although a minor problem can be a nuisance. Hay is mainly experienced during hot and dry summer conditions when the pollen count is high. The symptoms of hay fever includes runny nose, watery eyes, cough, itchy eyes and nostrils and sneezing. These can lead to headache and breathlessness and can be such a misery for people who suffer badly with hay fever. This episode of YOUTH+EMO podcast deals with ways of managing and preventing hay fever. These hay fever prevention remedies will hopefully support you in managing the symptoms and ensure you can enjoy the your summer without it being spoilt constant nuisance of runny nose and sneezing non-stop.
youth+emo #podcast #pollen #summer #holiday #antihistamine #stress #hayfever
Grief is something we will all go through at some point in our lives . Some of us have gone through it already and some are going through it right now. Such emotional upheaval that comes with loss through relationship breakdown or death is inevitable. Most people are familiar with the 5 stages of grief. We must have heard it mentioned somewhere or even read about it. The truth is in as much as it helps to have a bit of knowledge about stages of grief, it does not really prepare you enough when faced with the reality of loss. In this episode of YOUTH+EMO podcast , I will talk about my understanding and experience of grief not just as a psychotherapist and counsellor, but from my personal experience as someone who has gone through grief due to death. How long does grief and bereavement last? What factors can make grief to last longer than usual? what factors can make the stages of grief more complicated than normal?( if there is anything like normal grief). Is there anything that help to alleviate the pain of loss and make it more bearable? I hope you find this episode useful and please share with friends, families or loved ones who may find this useful.
youth+emo #loss #grief #relationship #death #depression #anger #denial #acceptance #anxiety #podcast
Obesity and overweight are becoming serious health issue all over the world. In United Kingdom, it is estimated that national health service (NHS) spent an estimated £6.1 billion on overweight and obesity-related ill-health from 2014-2015. On the other hand , mental health issues are becoming an increasing health emergencies especially since the COVID-19 pandemic. However one thing which is not so obvious is the correlation between obesity and mental health problems. This episode of YOUTH+EMO highlights the correlation. What % of obese people have increased risk of depression? What % of people experiencing depression has an increased risk of becoming obese? which antidepressant has a risk of causing overweight? What other mental health issues does overweight increase the risks and vulnerability? Is there a link between obesity and poor mental health in teenagers and adults? This episode will seek to answer such questions above. The episode concludes with 12 tips to help you in losing weight.
youth+emo #mentalhealth #obese #obesity #depression #antidepressant #bodyimage #exercise #diet #teenagers
Social media binging is dangerous to your health. The common saying that smoking cigarette is dangerous to your health is something we have heard and read so many times. But a connection between too much consumption or spending hours unend on social media and poor mental and physical well-being is one most do not easily make. Selena Gomez had to stay off internet for a period of time to look after her mental well-being. Do you know how long she stayed off the internet? You have to listen to this episode to find out. It is a 'social media fasting' most of us will find almost impossible to even think possible. Suffice it to say that Selena Gomez found such period of fasting from internet changed her life for good. " I am happier, I am more present, I connect more with people. It makes me feel normal", Selena Gomez concluded. Social media and internet binging triggers or at least worsen a lot of mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety and eating disorders. Also according to Dr. Delisi " cyberbullying is a very real risk, and the higher the 'dose' of social media youth are exposed to, the higher the risk of cyberbullying or exposure to predatory influences. This episodes also concludes with helpful tips on " what to replace social media binging or addiction with". 'Social media fasting' definitely comes with a lot of physical and social well-being benefits.
selenagomez #socialmedia #binge #influencers #youth #mentalhealth #youth+emo #depression #anxiety #cyberbullying #eatingdisorders #obesity #insomnia #exercise
People are in emotional and mental state of turmoil. There so much uncertainty about the future be it economic, financial and political. It is seems that everybody we know in the last two years are in a constant cycle of mental and emotional turmoil and upheaval. How do you differentiate between burnout and depression? How do you different between mild and moderate/severe depression? This episode deals with symptoms of burnout and depression. Understanding the difference is very important because the approach to dealing with burnout and depression is completely difference. Also the approach to managing mild and moderate/severe depression is also different. Do you feel the wheel of life is spinning out of control? Have you got that feeling like 'something is not quite right with me'? Have you found yourself in a situation where you feel drained, trapped, pressured or just stressed-out? Well, you are not alone , trust me. I hoe as you listen to this current episode you will find some solace that you are not alone and this current conditions of yours be it emotional or mental, shall gradually pass. If you have not done so , listen to my previous episodes especially on 'INSOMNIA,SOOOOO STRESSED, HAPPINESS HACK, EMOTIONAL ABUSE' and many more.
burnout #depression #stress #anxiety #youth+emo #antidepressant #sleeplessness #mentalhealth
Insomnia is defined as difficulty falling or staying asleep. Insomnia is more common than we can imagine. It is estimated that up to 35% of people have some form of brief or short term insomnia worldwide. Also about 10% of people have chronic or long term insomnia . That is the difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep has lasted for months. In this episode of Youth+emo, I explore the non-medical and medical management of insomnia from the point of view as a psychotherapist and pharmacist. This episode includes over the counter medications and prescription medications used in the treatment management of insomnia. what causes insomnia? when does lack of sleep becomes a problem? Can you buy how effective are OTC medications for insomnia? Are the medications addictive? Do they have side effects? I hope you find this episode informative and please share with your family and friends who might need to hear this.
insomnia #sleep #youth+emo #medications #mentalhealth #alcohol #sleeplessness #drowsy #anxiety #therapy #cbt
This episode deals with the topic of emotional abuse. Emotional abuse affects self-esteem and self-confidence. It involves unwarranted and constant criticism, tendency to embarrass , shame, blame and manipulate. How do you define emotional abuse? what is the difference between jokes and emotional abuse? This episode deals with 6 different areas of emotional abuse. It also concludes with discussion/suggestions on what to do if you are going through emotional abuse.
abuse #self-esteem #emotion #mentalhealth #youth+emo #podcast #self-confidence #emotionalblackmail
So many things can trigger a cycle of stressful news after another. The world we live in now, is so fast-paced, demanding and sometimes can put us on edge. We are constantly trying to keep up with the changing news story and events in our lives. This ranges from pandemic to economic down and to personal bleak future. It can range from loss of loved ones to loss of relationship or job. The cycle of bad news leading to stress can be unrelenting that we want to run and hide. The fact that we always carry the world with us all the time thanks to our smart devices and social medias makes this a very unhealthy situation to find ourselves in especially when the cycle of bad news is unrelenting. These sustained stress can have a toll on our mental health. This episode is aimed at highlighting ways we can protect our mental health and navigate these cycle of stressful and unpleasant news.
youth+emo #stress #news #socialmedia #mentalhealth #economy #selfcare #selflove #anxiety #mentalhealthisimportant
Stress is something we all feel from time to time. The level of stress which is bearable varies from one person to another. Just because you find a particular issue ok and manageable does't mean it will not be stressful to someone else. Don't get me wrong stress is good and it can actually bring out the best in all of us. However when the stress sustained and persistent beyond a particular limit, that can lead to all sorts of physical and mental illness. This episode deals with some of the causes of sustained stress people have experienced which lead to some physical and psychological symptoms. These are stressful experiences of real people i have come across in my professional career. The episode describes 5 common stressful situations that have lead to feeling of sickness, being sick , anxious and much more. This episode also describe some psychological and physiological results of such sustained stress and some physical symptoms. The episode suggests some practical self-help tips to help alleviate symptoms of stress. The episodes concludes with suggestions of over the counter medications which you can get in your local pharmacy to manage symptoms of stress and associated symptoms. Finally when all fails , please see your general practitioner or doctor for medical intervention like short term anxiolytics and/or antidepressants.
youth+emo #stress #sick #sickness #feeling #anxiety #depression #podcast #relationship #badnews #health #finance #exams
heartburn #insomnia #spotify
Welcome to today's episode of YOUTH+EMO podcast. Statistically, up to 75% of adults worldwide has suffered with headache in the last one year. Headache is one of those physical ailment that is very common. In most cases, headache is a minor ailment which will resolve without treatment or with over the counter headaches medications. However, this episode is looking at early morning headaches. What are the possible causes of early morning headaches? Which early morning headaches should you be worried about? What bad lifestyle choices can result in early morning headaches? What mental health issues can cause early morning headaches? The episode also gives possible remedies for minor headaches and when to seek medical and/or professional help.
youth+emo #headache #caffeine #alcohol #medication #podcast #migraine #depression #antidepressant #analgesic #painkillers
There are a lot of things in life that is subjective and relative. One of those things is happiness. However no matter what we all define as happiness, it’s fair to say we all need to experience happiness no matter what. It is not only good for our physical but also our mental well-being. I want to say being happy is not a feeling we have to have all the time. In fact it is good to feel unhappy and out of sort every now and then . This only help to make us appreciate feeling of happiness and joy even more. Some people just ooze happiness: They always seem to be smiling and having fun, and let negative emotions and experiences roll off their backs. But if you think there's no way you could possibly ever be that way, you're wrong. One thing is also for sure, it is proven scientifically that we have the power to be happy. This episode list 10 of many possible ways to improve our mood and experience that happiness and joy. I hope you find one or two of these happiness hack useful in your day to day living. For other episodes of “Youth+emo podcast, listen on Spotify and other platforms.
youth+emo #happiness #joy #podcast #mental-health
well-being #smile #fun #feeling #life #positivity
mindset #love #self-love
The definition of perfect beauty as seen on social media, beauty magazines and a lot of online sites are never based in reality. They always give an impression that perfect body and 'ideal body weight' is a given. This false impression of beauty has lead so many to loose self-confidence , developed low self-esteem and even mental health issues . Some have sort plastic or cosmetic surgery to try and achieve the 'perfect' look which to be honest does not exist( but these beauty magazines and sites will never tell you the truth). The quest for perfect look most of the time, ends in disappointments, heart break, emotional turmoil and financial costs not to talk of mental health issues. Such mental health issues like depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and suicidal tendencies are linked to low body image and thinking less of ourselves. This episode looks at an alarming statistics from a recent study and survey of beauty images on online sites. The episode also concluded with 6 things that we all need to remind ourselves of, all the time especially when bombarded with these false images. Finally we need to always take time to tell ourselves ,' I AM OK' because chances are, we and rightly so, are our best cheerleader.
youth+emo #beauty #perfect #youareok #beautymagazines #depression #anxiety #bodyimage #podcast #cosmeticsurgery #perfectbody #self-esteem #weight #acne
The past year has been full of ups and downs. The COVID-19 for the last 2 years has made the previous year especially a difficult one. There were so much uncertainties. Health and social interaction has suffered. There has been unfortunate death of loved ones. Job losses and worrying economic climate all over the world has compounded the uncertainties. In the centre of all these was an increasingly assault on our mental health . However as we enter a new year 2022, I believe this is an opportunity for a reset. This episode looks at 8 amongst of the possible area we can look at in our lives to help us press a reset button as we enter year 2022. I hope you find this useful. Please drop me a message on rekindlect@gmail.com if you have topics or area you want me covered in my subsequent episodes. Also you can follow me on Instagram @rekindlecounsellingandtherapy for various mental health and motivational posts.
2022 #healthy-eating #reset #covid19 #alcohol #youth+emo
mentalhealth #podcast #spotify #podcasting
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Sustainability has become a buzz word currently in every sphere of life. It is mostly linked with environment and the need to take concerted, sustained and deliberate effort by government and various institutions to preserve the environment for the future generations. So in essence sustainability is defined as effort to meet our needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It involves principles that revolve around the economy, society and environment . This is also informally or literally referred to three factors of profit, people and planet. This is definitely an urgent tasks that everyone in this current generation has something to contribute to , to achieve the desired outcome and goals. However, one area that seems lost is the need for SUSTAINABLE MENTAL HEALTH. While efforts needs to be made to ensure sustainability of this planet as per economy, society and environment, there is the need to remind us all that mental health sustainability is and should definitely be interwoven into the people or societal aspects of the sustainability projects. If this is not taken seriously , then the future generation may have a great economy, and environment but a deficient mental health to maximum the benefit of the planet.
mentalhealth #youth #young #sustainability #planet #world #economy #enviroment #savetheplanet #love #sustainableliving
Mental health issues or illnesses has gradually got an increased attention all over the world. Few years ago, discussion of mental health or even a slight admission of having mental health problem, is seen as a taboo subject and frowned at. People have to suffer in silence and will rather suffer to the point of death than admit they are having mental health challenges. However , recently mental health has been brought to the forefront and discussed in a more positive light. High profile individuals and celebrities has also been able to speak up about their mental health challenges and are becoming less ashamed of talking openly about it. The challenges though still persist in terms of understanding and acceptance that mental health issues need equal attention like any other physical illnesses. Also access to treatment both psychological, psychosocial and medical still remain a gold dust. This episode seeks to highlight the increasing epidemic of mental health problems in young people. Mental health issues like depression, anxiety , self-harm and suicide has increased dramatically in young people as young as 13 years. This current COVID-19 pandemic has only made things worse. The pandemic has been raging for almost two years and with new variants of COVID-19 like Delta and Omicron variant being identified, the hope that this pandemic will soon be in the rear view mirror is becoming daily a challenge. This episode is for everyone to realise that while we rightly fight and take care of COVID-19 epidemic, our young ones( leaders of tomorrow) are suffering and dying in silence due to the epidemic of mental health issues. We as parents, organisations, educational institutions, health bodies and policy makers should not loose sight of what our young ones are going through. We do not want to eventually defeat this pandemic, which we will only to be left with another pandemic of mental health epidemic in young people.
mentalhealth #youngadult #teenagers #depression #anxiety #suicide #self-harm #pandemic #epidemic #COVID-19 #Omicron
Welcome to today's episode of YOUTH+EMO. It is one thing to having an annoying, irritating or frustrating situation. It is quite another thing to feel helpless and unable to do something about it. Eye twitching is one thing that a lot of people experience from time to time and it fits into that categories. So this episode will look at eye twitching. What causes eye twitching? How worrying should you be if you experience eye twitching? What causes eye twitching? How long does it last and can it be treated or managed? I hope this episode will answer some of your questions. Do not forget to leave a comments and share with someone who might find this helpful.
eye #twitching #stress #anxiety #alcohol #caffeine #podcast
Welcome to this episode of YOUTH+EMO. Today's episode briefly looks at agoraphobia. What is agoraphobia and how common is it? What is a definition of agoraphobia? fear of space? What are the common symptoms of agoraphobia? As a sufferer, do you ever overcome this condition? What are the medical and non-medical options to help manage and cope better with this mental health condition. I hope you find this episode a useful reminder or/and refresher about this mental health issue. If you have any emotional or mental health issue you would like to listen to on YOUTH+EMO podcast, please leave a comment or email rekindlect@gmail.com You can also subscribe for future episodes and while you are here, have you checked out the earlier episodes like "ANTIDEPRESSANTS: TO TAKE OR NOT TO TAKE" OR "FACING THE MATTER( ACNE/PIMPLES)". You can also follow rekindlecounsellingandtherapy on instagram for posts on various mental health issues.
youth+emo #agoraphobia #mentalhealth #podcast #rekindlecounsellingandtherapy
What do you value most in life? Your money, cars , game console , family, job, health, fashion or latest gadgets? Whatever you put at the forefront of your life, your total health including your mental health should be number 1 in your priority. Although this might sound obvious, the truth is that many people never put their health especially their mental health truly at the centre of their life. Mental health sometimes becomes an after thought and is only brought to attention when the body, mind and soul start to suffer. So this episode is a reminder that mental health should always come first. Otherwise how do you enjoy all those things that seems to matter and rightly so like family, good holidays, breaks and various things in life if your mental health is in a state of neglect. This episode of YOUTH+EMO will be sharing 7 WAYS OF MAKING YOUR MENTAL HEALTH A PRIORITY. I hope you find it useful in addition to other ways you look after your mental health. If you have any topics you want me to delve into , drop me a comment or email rekindlect@gmail.com Also like , and subscribe for future episode. You can also follow rekindlecounsellingandtherapy on instagram and facebook for various mental health posts.
The months of September to march in UK normally means less light days, long dark and cold nights. It can put a dampener to social gathering and suddenly things to do outside becomes very limited. Mental health can suffer during winter months and a lot of people with mental health issues can find it dread. This current episode of YOUTH+EMO deals with 8 ways to make this period less of a bore and more acceptable and manageable. Do you have techniques or ideas on ways to cope with winter months? please do not hesitate to share any coping ideas or techniques you find useful during the winter months. You can follow me @rekindlecounsellingandtherapy on Instagram for daily uplifting mental health posts. You can also reach me on 07845124199 or email rekindlect@gmail.com if you need therapy or counselling for mental health issues.
podcast #youth+emo #winterblues #antidepressants
"I have known and being with this guy since our college years. Our relationship has broken down twice now and currently I am on antidepressant as a result of the second break up. We want ( I believe) to give it a third try but I'm not sure if it is the right thing to do. Even though I love him a lot, I'm not sure if the feeling is mutual and the impact of going into this relationship a third time will have on my mental health". This episode delves more into the love, relationship and mental health dilemma presented by this relationship. Please leave a comment and suggestions after listening. If also you have any topic you want me to look discuss and share my views about, you can reach me on rekindlect@gmail.com Don't forget to subscribe to receive notifications for future episodes.
youth #podcastday #newpodcastnews #relationship #mentalhealth #friends #love
SUICIDE IN YOUNG PEOPLE Globally, someone die by suicide every 40 seconds. While this is a sobering figure, it is even more scary to know that in young people between 15-29 years, death by suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death. This episode not only seeks to highlight this fact, it also discusses warning signs of suicide. The episode also concludes by going through some ways family and friends can help and support someone considering suicide and ways to help someone considering taking their life. Listen on Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, PocketCasts and RadioPublic
suicide #youth #youngpeople #suicideprevention #mentalhealthawareness #itsoknottobeok #youth+emo #podcast
Hello and welcome to Youth + Emo with Chioma Okoye. Today’s topic is on friends and peer pressure. This topic I think is something a lot of people my age and within the youth can relate to and this topic is definitely something worth talking about here on the youth + emo podcast. Friends and peer pressure can really affect your mental health in your everyday life. I myself have experienced a lot of peer pressure from those around me and have definitely seen people experience it themselves which have led to some major consequences. I hope my personal experience and that of some of my peers in this episode will resonate with you. I will love to hear your feedback and will be happy to highlight any story or experience you have come across . How has this affected your life especially your mental health?
youth+emo #youth #friends #mentalhealth
What does Michael Phelps, Naomi Osaka and Simone Biles have in common? They are world-class athletes and exceptional individuals in their field of endeavour. They are outstanding athletes. Their rigorous training,resiliency and doggedness has won they so many medals and trophies in their sporting careers. However these great sports women and man has had to deal with stress and pressure which have affected their mental health at one point or another. This episode highlights various pressures and stress we all experience which could negatively affect our mental health if not managed and controlled. This episode will look at such pertinent questions like: At what age do we start talking about and teaching about mental health? Should mental health be taught as a curriculum in schools? Should institutions and organisations have a structured help and support for mental health issues? How do you know when your mental health challenge has stretched you beyond your limit?
stress #mentalhealth #SimonBiles #NaomiOsaka #MichaelPhelps
THE SLIPPERY SLOPE....OF ILLICIT DRUGS AND ALCOHOL This current episode of Youth +Emo deals with effect of dependency on illicit drugs and alcohol on young people. There were 14,485 young people in contact with alcohol and drug services between April 2018 and March 2019 in UK. In 2018 - 2019(in UK),Cannabis remains the most common substance (88%) that young people go to treatment for, the same proportion as the last 3 years. Around 4 in 10 young people (44%) said they had problems with alcohol (compared to 46% the previous year), 14% reported ecstasy and 10% reported powder cocaine problems. The episode narrates the story of Mark and Frank. They were introduced to illicit drugs in their college years. Mark followed one part while Frank had a different experience with illicit drug. The episode also deals with the impact of illicit drugs on both physical and mental well-being of young people. The episode concludes with practical self help tips that can help manage peer pressure and the urge to dabble in illicit drugs. *Mark and Frank are not their real names. For help and support dealing with drug abuse and dependency: Frank offers confidential advice about drugs and addiction (email frank@talktofrank.com , message 82111 or call 0300 123 6600) or the NHS has information about getting help OR Drugs.ie - http://www.drugs.ie/ Addiction NI - http://addictionni.com/ Drugs and Alcohol NI - https://www.drugsandalcoholni.info/ Inspire Wellbeing - https://www.inspirewellbeing.org/
youth #drugs #mentalhealth #addiction
Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide. At any point in time , at least 5% of world population is going through some form of depression. Depression is thought to occur in around 1-3 % of children and young people in UK. Anybody can suffer from depression and it happens in people of all ages, races, income levels and educational levels. Teenage girls are twice as likely as teenage boys to be depressed. In America,the percentage of adults who experienced any symptoms of depression was highest among those aged 18–29 (21.0%). Depression is a real medical condition that requires treatment. Mild depression are usually managed by psychological approach like counselling and psychotherapy while moderate to severe depression requires medical treatment in addition to psychological treatment. As a pharmacist and psychotherapist /counsellor, I am going to use this episode to address some common topical questions around depression and antidepressants. Such questions includes: How do I know I’m depressed ? Does antidepressants actually work? I’m worried about side effects of antidepressants? How long do antidepressants take to start working? Does antidepressants make me suicidal? Which is the best antidepressant? Does the antidepressants affect my sexual performance? I am feeling better, so can I stop take the medication? I’m worried about getting addicted to the antidepressant?
depression #antidepressants #youthmentalhealth #mentalhealth
Acne or pimple is not just a nuisance but also a pain in normal day to day social and daily living. British journal of dermatology found people with acne had an increased risk of developing major depression. One fifth of acne sufferers have suicidal ideation. According to British skin foundation study of 2299 people with acne, it found that more than 20% thought or attempted suicide. This episode of Youth+ Emo faces the issue of acne or simply known as pimples. The episode includes the age onset of acne/pimples. It also highlights the social and mental health implications of acne. There is a further delve into self help approach to reduce acne flare up. The episode concludes with medical treatment of moderate to severe acne/pimples for situation where acne has gone out of control, widespread or has not responded to simple and non-medical remedies.
acne #pimples #youth #girl #depression
According to NSPCC, mental or emotional health was top concern for young people contacting Childline in 2020/2021. There were over 200,000 Childline counselling sessions with children and young people last year. Also 5,646 Childline counselling sessions about mental health were with children aged 11 years and under last year. However it is fair to say that there are still hundreds of children and young people who were not fortunate enough to access such support and help. This episode is to help parents understand how to support their children and young people especially when they might be going through mental health challenges. It highlights the importance of creating a 'safe space' to enable them to open up and discuss what they are might be going through. The episode also highlights possible signs of anxiety in preschool, primary school, college and higher school children and adult . These are well-documented and verified signs by Dr Venus Mahmoodi(PHD) , Adjunct faculty and Affiliate scholar, teachers college , Columbia university and clinical psychologist, Khalil Center. I want to emphasis that having these signs does not mean the child or young person is going through stress, but it is something to bear in mind and especially if the behaviour or sign is out of character for the child or young one. #youth #anxiety #teens #teenager
The prevalence of mental health issues is getting out of control in the youth. The fact that 1 in 6 school aged children in UK( according to NHS digital England 2020) have mental health problem is an indicator of how bad it has become. The situation is made worse by the statistics that there is 10 years lag before these young ones ever have an opportunity to have or seek access to mental health support. worse still up to a third of these young ones never have the opportunity to access professional help. This introductory episode is aimed at highlighting this public health issue.