In a psychiatric ward, a good therapeutic environment is vital to good mental health. Staff and the actual physical environment are vital to providing a positive space for recovery. Staff Many people feel positively about the staff on their ward. They believe that the care and attention they receive hugely aids in their recovery. However,…

Your mental health is important. Here are some ideas and quotes to help. No matter how recovery went today, tomorrow is another day. Life does not have to be perfect to be wonderful. You’re alive for a reason. Don’t forget it. Speak up. Reach out. You’re not alone. You ARE perfect. The strongest people are…

When you find out that a loved one had attempted suicide, you may feel overwhelmed with questions. Why didn’t they come to me? What did I miss? And most perplexing, What do I do now? The Lifeline asked people to recall the aftermath of their attempts to give you some insight into what they wanted…

You might be evolution advanced if you’re suffering with depression. Researchers at the University of Jena in Germany explain depression may be an adaptive behaviour of survival, especially when it comes to letting go of unattainable goals. The one who gives up wins “The one who gives up, wins,” said lead author Katharina Koppe “even if that…

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