Introduction During the seemingly endless days of the COVID-19 pandemic, when the world felt transformed almost overnight, many individuals turned to unexpected sources for solace. Suddenly, practices like mindfulness meditation, once perhaps associated with tranquil mountainside retreats or ancient Eastern traditions, found their way into the living rooms of the everyday Briton. In the time […]
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Combating Burnout During Crisis: Insights from the COVID-19 Frontlines
Introduction: The Silent Crisis in Healthcare Imagine you’re a doctor or a nurse in a bustling hospital. The phone never stops ringing, the emergency room is packed, and every corner you turn, there’s someone in need of urgent care. This was the reality for many healthcare professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic. The intense pressure didn’t […]
Navigating Emotional Storms: Risk Perceptions and Coping Strategies During COVID-19 Among Women and Older Adults
Introduction: Diving into Uncharted Waters The COVID-19 pandemic has been a global storm, throwing us all into uncharted waters, and affecting every aspect of our lives. Imagine waking up one day, and suddenly, everyday activities turn into a distant memory. This was the reality for many women and older adults during the pandemic, a reality […]
Cracking the Emotional Code: How Our Inner Awareness Influences Mental Health
Introduction Imagine feeling every flutter of a heartbeat or every churn of a stomach with an acute awareness so profound that it can shape your moods and thoughts. Sounds intriguing, right? This compelling link between our internal bodily signals and our emotional landscape is at the heart of interoceptive awareness. In an age rocked by […]
Emotional Intelligence: A Cushion Against the Crippling Waves of Anxiety
Introduction: When Emotion Equals Strength Imagine receiving a report card for how well you manage stress, solve problems, and empathize with others – not academic but emotional intelligence grades. Intriguing, isn’t it? Imagine this dimension of intelligence being pivotal, especially in tumultuous times like the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic; a whirlwind that shook humanity’s collective […]
Rediscovering Peace of Mind: Mental Health Challenges Facing Recovered COVID-19 Patients in Rural Bangladesh
Introduction: Understanding the Waves Beneath the Storm The COVID-19 pandemic might have been a storm we’ve somewhat weathered, but the waves it created in our mental landscapes continue to shift beneath the surface. Imagine a bustling community in rural Bangladesh, rich in tradition yet hit hard by an invisible adversary—the coronavirus. While it might seem […]
Navigating the Storm: The Psychological Well-Being of Healthcare Workers During COVID-19
Introduction: Standing at the Frontline of a Global Emergency Imagine being in a storm: the wind is howling, lightning is striking, and you’re trying to steer a ship through turbulent waters. This is akin to what healthcare workers experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic. These heroes, often celebrated for their resilience, found themselves facing unprecedented pressures […]
Unraveling Mindfulness: Can One Session Reboot Our Mental Wellness?
Introduction Imagine a world where a single session of guided mindfulness could drastically alter your mental wellbeing, offering a respite from the chaos of modern-day stressors. In an era dominated by hyper-connectivity, high expectations, and relentless pressure, our mental health often bears the brunt. COVID-19, a global crisis that redefined how we live, drastically exacerbated […]
Navigating the Emotional Landscape: Anxiety and Support in First-Year College Students Across Learning Modes During COVID-19
Introduction: A New Era of Learning and Its Psychological Challenges Picture this: you’re a freshman entering the world of higher education. The promise of independence, new friendships, and academic challenges await. But suddenly, the backdrop shifts dramatically as a pandemic reshapes the educational landscape. For many, this sudden dive into an uncharted territory, where classrooms […]
Decoding the Language of Anxiety in a World Changed by COVID-19
Introduction: Words That Reveal Our Worries Imagine being able to decode someone’s deepest fears just by looking at the words they use. During the whirlwind of the COVID-19 pandemic, a unique research paper titled “Linguistic analysis of health anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic” set out to do just that, unlocking the secrets hidden within language […]