Women perform many important roles in various spheres of society. In contemporary times, women have undoubtedly continued to occupy more space and take up even more roles and responsibilities. As such, mental health is paramount for them to render social participation and contribution effectually. It is therefore vital for every Read more…
As I study nutrition and see how the food we consume has been changing over time, mental health illnesses come to mind as well. There has been an increase in mental health disorders over the last decade and during this period our food has drastically changed. Some of the questions Read more…
The holiday season is long past and I am sure most of the parents are back to factory reset. Since it’s children mental health awareness week, we dedicate this article on the parental role in a child’s mental wellbeing. Parental role shapes the behaviour, experiences, and health of the children. Read more…
I was watching a very interesting documentary on the king cobra. This is a very adaptive snake that is fast on land and water and you can also find it on top of trees. The most amazing thing that the snake does is that, for it to grow, it takes Read more…
Mental health is one of the most neglected areas of health globally. This was true before COVID-19 (coronavirus), but the pandemic has further worsened the status of mental health. There are several reasons why mental health has been ignored. The first one is an associated stigma. The second is a perception Read more…
Ever wonder why it’s so hard to get back into the swing of things after the holidays? The beginning of the year comes with hope as much as it also brings anxiety. Life demands come full blown, and we all consider them a reality or business as usual. There are Read more…
We recently caught up with Maureen Gikonyo, a mental wellness champion and a Co-founder and Executive Director at Speak Mind Love Foundation. Here are Maureen’s insights on the need to open up more about our struggles and feelings, the role of the society in ensuring that everyone is leading a mentally healthy Read more…
Interview With Immaculate Karanja, Co-Founder of Speak Mind Love Foundation Our mental health impacts our decision-making process, how we cope with stress, how we relate to other people, how we think, how we feel, and, generally, how we behave every day. We recently spoke to Immaculate Karanja, Co-Founder at Speak Read more…
“This thing has paralyzed my life!” Blurts out an irritated male friend when I seek to find out how he feels about the Covid-19 pandemic. Most men are in this state – unable to exercise the control, authority, and safety that’s often associated with masculinity. Just like everyone else, none Read more…
Nancy Kabiru, a mental health champion, is the Lead Psychologist and Founder Hisia Psychology Consultants. She is a trained counseling psychologist, clinical hypnotherapist and life coach. Why is it important for us to open up more about our feelings and struggles? Nancy: It is important for everyone to keep a close circle Read more…