Mental Health
Mental health in journalism: working in a shark tank
Journalists help their colleagues on Netzwerk Recherche’s helpline, but this does not improve mental health in the workplace. AfD events like this can create great tension. Men in particular rarely talk about it Photo: Karsten Thielker Hello, this is the helpline. Nice that you called. What would you like to talk about? This is how […]
Here are 5 tips for daring to talk about your mental health with your doctor
Mental health is an essential component of health and represents much more than the absence of mental disorders or disabilities. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), mental health is a “ state of well-being that enables everyone to realize their potential, to cope with the normal difficulties of life, to work successfully and productively, […]
War, crises, fear: How can we protect our mental health?
Fear of the future, brooding, exhaustion: ongoing crises such as climate change or international conflicts can put a heavy strain on our psyche. How can we protect ourselves? Psychologist Dr. Alena Rentsch explains in an interview. From climate change to the pandemic to the economic crisis or wars and conflicts: the news gives many people […]
Managers often overlook their own needs
The mental health of employees has a huge impact on the success of a company – from corporate culture to productivity to sick days and turnover. Basically, the simple saying applies: if the employees are doing well, the company is doing well. On the other hand, studies show that burnout and stress are increasing worldwide. […]
Three app developers are shaping the future of education, fitness and health
March 2024 UPDATE Three app developers are shaping the future of education, fitness and health The creators of Boddle, Run Legends and Wysa — all graduates of the Apple Entrepreneur Camp — talk about how they help people with their innovative apps All over the world, developers are creating apps that break down barriers between […]
The work of psychologists at an Armenian telephone counseling service
“When the phone rings, I’m always excited,” says psychologist Lusine Babayan. “Who is calling? What kind of questions will he or she ask? What kind of problems will this person tell me about?” Lusine is one of ten staff members who answer calls at the psychological and psychosocial support hotline with support from the WHO […]
Talk about mental health? Yes please – but do it right – Culture
We talk about our “inner child,” identify “narcissistic traits,” or are “depressed” instead of feeling bad. The amateur psychologist in us is currently booming. The so-called therapy language, shaped by decades of psychological knowledge and advances, is creeping from the therapy chair into our everyday language, into social media, and into public discourse. If we […]
Mental health: 3 tips for mental strength in the home office
Mental illnesses are on the rise – and not just since Corona. Some companies are taking action against this.Photo: Mangostar – shutterstock.com Digital working has been changing our everyday working lives for a long time, and not just since Corona. We are “always on” and have to deal with a significantly higher workload. With additional […]
Writing a diary: For mental health
interview Therapeutic tool:Diaries help with mental health Writing a diary is often laughed at. Andrea Heine explains why diaries help with mental health. And has ideas on how to start writing a diary. Writing a diary is a great way to write down thoughts, feelings and experiences. Diaries in the form of apps, so-called “journaling […]
More and more young people in SH feel psychologically stressed NDR.de – News
As of: January 18, 2024 3:07 p.m Before the corona pandemic, one in five young people felt psychologically stressed; today it is almost one in three. Getting a place for therapy is almost impossible. Experts are calling for young people to be better supported through a “mental health” subject. by Corinna Below The high school […]